Gravel Ridge Substation Modifications

Client: First Electric Cooperative Corporation
Location: Gravel Ridge, AR
Quick Glance: 161 kV
Gravel Ridge Substation Modifications
Description:
Toth & Associates was contracted by Re-Con Company to perform engineering services for First Electric Cooperative Corporation’s Gravel Ridge Substation. The existing station was a 15/20/25 MVA – 161/12.47kV. Voltages that were installed included 161 kV high side voltage (existing), 13.2/7.62 kV low side voltage, 120/240V secondary station service, and 13.2/7.62 kV primary station service. The services accomplished include:
- Steel structures
- Bus work
- Structure grounding
- Low voltage wiring
- Replacement of motor operator in 161 kV circuit switcher
- Installment of battery and DC charger
- Reclosers/Breakers
- Relay panels
- Removal of old control and switchgear building