Overview
Walnut Grove Substation is an operational electrical substation in Louisiana, United States, owned and operated by Entergy Louisiana. It handles voltages of 115 kV and 13.8 kV, serving the regional grid.
Walnut Grove Substation is an operational electrical substation located in Louisiana, United States. Owned and operated by Entergy Louisiana, the facility plays a key role in the state's electrical infrastructure, stepping down transmission voltages for local distribution. The substation operates at two voltage levels: 115 kV for transmission and 13.8 kV for distribution, typical of medium-scale substations in the region. As part of the Entergy Louisiana network, it is subject to NERC reliability standards and FERC regulation, ensuring grid stability and compliance with North American electric reliability requirements. This substation supports the electrical needs of the surrounding community in northeastern Louisiana. Its location near the Ouachita River and rural areas underscores its importance in maintaining reliable power supply to residential, commercial, and industrial customers in the region.
Environmental context
The substation is situated in a rural area of Louisiana, characterized by wetlands and forests. Its operation involves managing electromagnetic fields and potential oil spill risks from transformers. The facility's voltage levels indicate it serves as a critical node for local grid stability, with environmental considerations focused on habitat preservation and storm resilience in a region prone to hurricanes.
Frequently asked questions
Walnut Grove Substation is located in Louisiana, United States, near the Ouachita River. Its approximate coordinates are 32.699759 N, -92.077773 W.
Walnut Grove Substation operates at 115 kV for transmission and 13.8 kV for distribution, typical for a medium-voltage substation serving local loads.
Walnut Grove Substation is owned and operated by Entergy Louisiana, a major utility serving the state.
As part of the US electrical grid, Walnut Grove Substation must comply with NERC reliability standards and FERC regulations for transmission-level assets.
Substations like Walnut Grove step down high transmission voltages to lower distribution voltages, enabling safe delivery of electricity to homes and businesses.