Risk: Low Substation Operational

Woodstock Switch Station - 12 kV Substation in Woodstock, Georgia, United States

United States

Overview

Woodstock Switch Station is an operational substation owned by Georgia Power in Woodstock, Georgia, United States. It operates at 12 kV, supporting local grid stability.

Woodstock Switch Station is a substation located in Woodstock, Georgia, United States, owned and operated by Georgia Power. As a 12 kV facility, it plays a role in the regional electrical infrastructure, stepping down transmission voltage for distribution to local consumers. The substation operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) and adheres to North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) reliability standards. Georgia Power, a subsidiary of Southern Company, manages this asset as part of its extensive network serving the state of Georgia. This facility contributes to grid stability in the growing Woodstock area, supporting residential and commercial demand. Its operational status ensures continued service within the broader Southeastern U.S. power grid, which is subject to NERC's mandatory reliability requirements.

Environmental context

Located in a suburban area of Woodstock, Georgia, the substation's 12 kV voltage level indicates a distribution-scale facility serving local loads. Its urban setting means it is integrated into a developed environment, with potential considerations for electromagnetic field management and land use compatibility. Typical substations in this region undergo regular maintenance to meet NERC standards.

Frequently asked questions

Woodstock Switch Station is located in Woodstock, Georgia, United States, at coordinates 34.086615, -84.513108.

Woodstock Switch Station operates at a voltage of 12 kV, which is typical for distribution-level substations.

Woodstock Switch Station is owned by Georgia Power, a major electric utility in the state of Georgia.

As a U.S. substation, Woodstock Switch Station must comply with NERC reliability standards and FERC regulations for grid stability and security.

Substations like Woodstock Switch Station step down transmission voltage to distribution levels, enabling safe delivery of electricity to homes and businesses.
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