Overview
Vanderbilt Substation is an operational electrical substation in Michigan, United States, owned and operated by ITC. It operates at 138 kV and 13.2 kV, serving the local grid.
Vanderbilt Substation is an operational electrical substation located in Michigan, United States, owned and operated by ITC. The facility is part of the regional transmission network, handling voltage levels of 138 kV and 13.2 kV, which indicates its role in stepping down transmission-level power for distribution. 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 a transmission-level asset, it is subject to compliance with NERC's Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) standards. The facility's voltage level of 138 kV is typical for subtransmission or distribution substations in the United States. Located in a rural area of Michigan, the substation supports grid stability for the surrounding community. Its operational status ensures reliable electricity supply to local residential and commercial customers. The facility's integration into ITC's network contributes to the overall resilience of the regional power system.
Environmental context
The substation is situated in a rural area of Michigan, characterized by forests and agricultural land. Its operation involves electromagnetic fields and potential impacts on local wildlife, though modern substations are designed to minimize ecological disruption. The facility's voltage level and rural location reduce its environmental footprint compared to urban substations.
Frequently asked questions
Vanderbilt Substation is located in Michigan, United States, at coordinates 45.142289, -84.683230.
Vanderbilt Substation operates at 138 kV and 13.2 kV, typical for subtransmission and distribution substations.
Vanderbilt Substation is owned and operated by ITC, a major electric transmission company in the United States.
As a US transmission asset, Vanderbilt Substation must comply with NERC reliability standards and FERC regulations, including Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) requirements.
Substations like Vanderbilt step down high-voltage transmission power to lower voltages for distribution, ensuring stable electricity supply to homes and businesses.