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David Dahle

Posted: 28 Jun 2020

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Northwestern Energy - Huron, SD

Northwestern Energy - Huron, SD
Other than the odd appearance of the 69kV here, there's nothing to suggest that a major substation once sat here: www.ipernity.com/doc/ndlinegeek/18856373
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 Power Lines
Power Lines
This looks like a "something's missing" shot. Polymer posts holding jumpers for older red porcelain disks, combined with the open switch, make me wonder if there was a substation here not too long ago!
3 years ago.
David Dahle has replied to Power Lines
Correct - a 69kV/2400V sub once sat here.
3 years ago.
Power Lines has replied to David Dahle
Is it just me, or does it seem that the number of towns running on 2400 V is dwindling fast?
3 years ago.
David Dahle has replied to Power Lines
It sure seems so!

The Loveland, CO muni ditched its 2400V delta system at the mouth of the Big Thompson canyon a couple years ago now, and I know MDU has converted least 4 2400V systems in the last decade (to 4160V). Besides Huron, NWPS rebuilt its Ethan distribution system to 4160V.
3 years ago.
 James E Hackett
James E Hackett
I have to agree, it seems like I'm seeing fewer 2.4 delta systems as well. However, if you ever make your way out to Ohio, Sandusky has a pretty robust 2.4kv delta system.
3 years ago.

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