Overview
Tynan Substation is an operational electrical substation in Texas, United States, owned and operated by American Electric Power. It operates at a voltage of 69 kV, serving the local grid.
Tynan Substation is an operational electrical substation located in Texas, United States. Owned and operated by American Electric Power, the facility plays a role in the regional transmission and distribution network. With a voltage level of 69 kV, it is classified as a medium-voltage substation typical of distribution-level infrastructure. 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 the Texas Interconnection, the facility adheres to the Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) protocols, ensuring grid stability and compliance with mandatory standards. Tynan Substation contributes to the electrical infrastructure serving the surrounding rural and semi-urban areas in south Texas. Its role in stepping down voltage for local distribution supports residential, agricultural, and commercial customers, underpinning the region's energy reliability and economic activity.
Environmental context
Located in a rural area of south Texas, the substation operates in a region characterized by hot summers and mild winters, with occasional extreme weather events such as hurricanes. The facility's design and maintenance consider local environmental factors, including heat dissipation and storm resilience. As a medium-voltage substation, its environmental footprint is relatively low compared to larger transmission assets, but it remains subject to standard environmental regulations for electrical infrastructure.
Frequently asked questions
Tynan Substation is located in Texas, United States, near the coordinates 28.183198, -97.772299.
Tynan Substation operates at a voltage of 69 kV, which is typical for distribution-level substations in the United States.
Tynan Substation is owned and operated by American Electric Power, a major utility company in the United States.
As part of the U.S. electrical grid, Tynan Substation must comply with NERC reliability standards and FERC regulations. It also operates under ERCOT protocols for the Texas Interconnection.
A 69 kV substation typically steps down transmission voltage for local distribution, serving residential, commercial, and industrial customers in its area.