Overview
Tunica Substation is an operational electrical substation in Mississippi, United States, owned and operated by Entergy Mississippi. It operates at 115 kV and 13.86 kV voltage levels.
Tunica Substation is an electrical substation located in Mississippi, United States, owned and operated by Entergy Mississippi. The facility is operational and serves as a node in the regional power grid, handling voltage levels of 115 kV and 13.86 kV, which are typical for transmission and distribution substations. The substation operates under the regulatory framework of the North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) and the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), which set reliability standards for the bulk power system. As part of Entergy Mississippi's infrastructure, it supports the company's role in providing electricity to customers in the region. The facility's voltage levels indicate it likely serves both transmission and distribution functions. The environmental context of Tunica Substation includes its location in the Mississippi Delta region, which is characterized by flat terrain and agricultural land. The substation's role in the grid is critical for maintaining reliable power supply to local communities and industries, including agricultural operations. Its operational status ensures continued support for regional economic activities.
Environmental context
Tunica Substation is located in the Mississippi Delta, a region with flat topography and extensive agriculture. The substation's voltage levels (115 kV and 13.86 kV) indicate it plays a role in both transmission and distribution, supporting grid stability for rural and urban areas. Its operation is subject to NERC reliability standards to ensure minimal environmental impact from power disruptions.
Frequently asked questions
Tunica Substation is located in Mississippi, United States, at coordinates 34.676670, -90.383617.
Tunica Substation operates at 115,000 volts (115 kV) and 13,860 volts (13.86 kV), typical for transmission and distribution substations.
Tunica Substation is owned and operated by Entergy Mississippi, a utility company serving customers in the region.
Tunica Substation operates under NERC reliability standards and FERC regulations, which govern the reliability and security of the U.S. bulk power system.
Substations like Tunica step voltage up or down for transmission and distribution, enabling efficient power delivery from generation sources to end users.