Overview
Tobacnoir Street Substation is an operational electrical substation owned by Kaukauna Utilities in the United States. It operates at 34.5 kV, serving the local grid.
Tobacnoir Street Substation is an operational electrical substation located in the United States, owned and operated by Kaukauna Utilities. The facility operates at a voltage of 34.5 kV, placing it in the medium-voltage range typical for distribution-level substations serving industrial and residential areas. As a substation owned by a municipal utility, Tobacnoir Street Substation operates under the regulatory framework of the North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) and the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) for reliability standards. The 34.5 kV voltage level is common for sub-transmission and distribution networks, often connecting to higher-voltage transmission systems. This substation plays a key role in local grid stability and power distribution for the Kaukauna area. Its operational status ensures reliable electricity supply to the community, supporting residential, commercial, and industrial customers. The facility's location in Wisconsin contributes to the regional electrical infrastructure network.
Environmental context
The substation is located in an urban area of Kaukauna, Wisconsin, where electrical infrastructure is critical for supporting local industry and residential needs. The 34.5 kV voltage level indicates a distribution substation, which typically has lower environmental impact than high-voltage transmission lines. Standard practices for substations include oil containment and vegetation management to minimize ecological effects.
Frequently asked questions
Tobacnoir Street Substation is located in the United States, specifically in the city of Kaukauna, Wisconsin. The exact coordinates are 44.289031, -88.266781.
Tobacnoir Street Substation operates at a voltage of 34.5 kV, which is typical for distribution-level substations in the United States.
Tobacnoir Street Substation is owned by Kaukauna Utilities, a municipal utility serving the Kaukauna area.
Substations in the United States must comply with NERC reliability standards and FERC regulations. For distribution-level substations, local utility standards and the National Electrical Safety Code (NESC) also apply.
A 34.5 kV substation typically serves as a distribution substation, stepping down voltage from transmission levels to feed local distribution networks. It is critical for delivering electricity to residential, commercial, and industrial customers.