Overview
Wink Basin Substation is an operational electrical substation in Texas, United States, operated by Oncor. It operates at 69 kV, serving the local grid.
Wink Basin Substation is an operational electrical substation located in Texas, United States. Owned and operated by Oncor, a major transmission and distribution utility in the state, the facility plays a role in the regional power grid. The substation operates at a voltage of 69 kV, which is typical for distribution-level infrastructure. In the United States, substations like Wink Basin are subject to reliability standards set by the North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) and regulated by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) for interstate aspects. Oncor, as a transmission service provider, must comply with these standards to ensure grid stability. The 69 kV voltage level indicates this substation likely serves local distribution networks rather than high-voltage transmission. Located in the Permian Basin region, this substation supports the electrical infrastructure for oil and gas operations as well as local communities. Its operational status ensures continued power delivery to industrial and residential customers in the area, contributing to the economic activity of the region.
Environmental context
The substation is situated in the Permian Basin, a region with extensive oil and gas extraction activities. Electrical infrastructure here supports energy-intensive operations, which can have environmental implications such as land use and emissions. The facility's urban-rural context is rural, with potential impacts on local wildlife and habitats. Modern substations typically include measures to minimize environmental footprint.
Frequently asked questions
Wink Basin Substation is located in Texas, United States, near the coordinates 31.790374, -103.132326, in the Permian Basin region.
Wink Basin Substation is owned and operated by Oncor, a major electric transmission and distribution utility serving Texas.
Wink Basin Substation operates at 69 kV (69,000 volts), which is a common voltage for distribution-level substations.
In the United States, substations must comply with NERC reliability standards and FERC regulations. Oncor, as a transmission provider, adheres to these to ensure grid stability.
A 69 kV substation typically steps down voltage from higher transmission levels for local distribution, serving industrial, commercial, and residential customers in the area.