Overview
Waco Lasalle Substation is an operational electrical substation in Waco, Texas, owned and operated by Oncor. It operates at 138 kV and 12.5 kV, serving the local grid.
Waco Lasalle Substation is an electrical substation located in Waco, Texas, United States. Owned and operated by Oncor, a major transmission and distribution utility in Texas, the facility is part of the state's interconnected power grid. The substation's voltage levels of 138 kV and 12.5 kV indicate it serves both transmission and distribution functions, stepping down high-voltage power for local distribution. The substation operates under the regulatory framework of the North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) and the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), which enforce reliability standards for the bulk power system. Oncor, as a transmission service provider, adheres to NERC's Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) standards and Texas's regional grid reliability requirements. Typical substations in Texas undergo periodic upgrades to maintain reliability. As a key node in the Waco area's electrical infrastructure, the substation supports residential, commercial, and industrial customers. Its location in central Texas places it within the Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) region, which manages the flow of electric power to over 26 million customers. The substation's role in voltage transformation and grid stability is critical for local energy delivery and economic activity.
Environmental context
The substation is situated in an urban area of Waco, Texas, a city with a humid subtropical climate. Electrical infrastructure in this region must withstand occasional severe weather, including thunderstorms and tornadoes. Its location near residential and commercial zones requires adherence to local zoning and noise ordinances.
Frequently asked questions
Waco Lasalle Substation is located in Waco, Texas, United States, at coordinates 31.543130, -97.071795.
The substation is owned and operated by Oncor, a regulated electric transmission and distribution utility serving Texas.
The substation operates at 138,000 volts (138 kV) for transmission and 12,500 volts (12.5 kV) for distribution.
As part of the US bulk power system, the substation must comply with NERC reliability standards and FERC regulations, as well as ERCOT regional rules.
Substations step down high-voltage transmission power to lower voltages for distribution to homes and businesses, ensuring grid stability and reliable electricity supply.