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West Logan Substation - AEP Ohio Electrical Substation in Ohio, United States

United States

Overview

West Logan Substation is an operational electrical substation in Ohio, United States, owned and operated by AEP Ohio. It operates at voltage levels of 69 kV and 13.09 kV, serving the local grid.

West Logan Substation is an operational electrical substation located in Ohio, United States. Owned and operated by AEP Ohio, a major utility in the region, the facility plays a role in the local electrical infrastructure. The substation operates at voltage levels of 69 kV and 13.09 kV, indicating its function in stepping down transmission-level power for distribution. As part of the U.S. electrical grid, West Logan Substation operates under the regulatory framework of the North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) and the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC). These bodies enforce reliability standards and oversee interstate electricity transmission. The substation's voltage levels suggest it serves as a distribution substation, connecting the high-voltage transmission system to lower-voltage distribution networks that supply homes and businesses. The environmental context of West Logan Substation includes its location in a rural area of Ohio, where the surrounding landscape may include agricultural land and natural habitats. The substation's operation involves standard electrical infrastructure considerations such as electromagnetic fields and noise, which are managed according to industry best practices. The facility contributes to the reliability of the local power supply, supporting community and economic activities in the region.

Environmental context

West Logan Substation is situated in a rural area of Ohio, where the surrounding environment includes agricultural fields and woodlands. The substation's operation involves standard electrical infrastructure considerations such as electromagnetic fields and noise, which are managed according to industry best practices. The facility's presence supports local grid stability and power distribution to nearby communities.

Frequently asked questions

West Logan Substation is located in Ohio, United States, at coordinates 39.538084, -82.425825.

West Logan Substation is an electrical substation that steps down transmission-level voltage (69 kV) to distribution-level voltage (13.09 kV) for local power distribution.

West Logan Substation is owned and operated by AEP Ohio, a subsidiary of American Electric Power, which serves customers in Ohio.

As part of the U.S. electrical grid, West Logan Substation must comply with NERC reliability standards and FERC regulations for transmission and distribution infrastructure.

West Logan Substation operates at voltage levels of 69 kV (transmission) and 13.09 kV (distribution), typical for a distribution substation.
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