Alternative Text Description for ORNL Electric Substations

TABLE OF CONTENTS

MAP OVERVIEW

This map displays the distribution of electric power substations across the State of Florida. The map shows facilities and equipment that switch, transform, or regulate electric voltage, including tap locations where power on a transmission line is tapped by another transmission line. The visualization provides a comprehensive view of Florida's electrical infrastructure network, revealing the spatial distribution of critical power transmission and distribution facilities throughout the state.

GEOGRAPHIC CONTEXT

The map covers the entire State of Florida, from the Georgia state line in the north to the Florida Keys in the south. Major cities labeled on the map include Jacksonville on the northeast coast, Orlando in central Florida, Melbourne/Palm Bay on the east coast, and Cape Canaveral on the Atlantic coast. The map extends west to show portions of the Florida Panhandle, with Dothan, Alabama and Albany, Georgia visible in the northern border region. Valdosta, Georgia is shown just north of the state line. The Atlantic Ocean borders the state to the east, and the Straits of Florida are labeled at the southern extent of the map.

KEY INSIGHTS

Electric substations are distributed throughout Florida with notable variations in density. The highest concentrations occur in major metropolitan areas, particularly along the east coast corridor from Jacksonville through the Melbourne/Palm Bay region, with especially dense clustering around Jacksonville and the central Florida region near Orlando. The Florida Panhandle shows a continuous band of substations running east to west across the northern portion of the state. The southern peninsula displays moderate to high density of substations, with concentrations near major population centers and along coastal areas. The distribution follows population patterns, with substations more densely placed in urban and suburban areas and more scattered in rural regions. Coastal areas generally show higher densities than inland areas, reflecting the concentration of population and development along Florida's coastlines.

VISUAL ELEMENTS

ORNL Electric Substations

This layer represents electric power substations throughout Florida, including facilities that switch, transform, or regulate electric voltage, as well as tap locations on transmission lines.

Electric Substations (blue star symbols)

Appearance:

Each substation is represented by a small blue star symbol distributed across the state.

Distribution:

Substations appear throughout the entire state of Florida, from the northern border to the southern keys, with varying densities across different regions.

Notable locations:

Spatial patterns:

The substations display clear clustering in urban centers, with the highest densities corresponding to major metropolitan areas. A distinct east-west linear pattern is visible across the northern panhandle region. Coastal areas show denser placement than interior regions. The distribution becomes more scattered in rural areas and the southernmost portions of the state, though substations remain present throughout nearly all populated areas of Florida.

SYMBOL GUIDE

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

This map represents a statewide infrastructure dataset showing the comprehensive network of electric power substations across Florida. The density and distribution of substations reflect the electrical grid's structure, which is designed to serve population centers and industrial areas while maintaining connectivity across the transmission network. The visualization provides insight into the spatial organization of Florida's electrical infrastructure, which is critical for power distribution, grid reliability, and emergency planning. The clustering patterns visible on this map correspond closely with population density and development patterns throughout the state.

DATA CONTEXT

Data Source:

The data is provided by Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) and represents electric power substations in the State of Florida. The dataset includes facilities and equipment that switch, transform, or regulate electric voltage, as well as tap locations on transmission lines. Data source layer name: ELECTRIC_SUBSTAT_JUL20.

Definition Query:

No definition query or filter criteria was applied. This map displays the complete dataset of electric substations for Florida.

Scale Information:

The map is displayed at a statewide scale showing the entire State of Florida. At this scale, individual substations are visible as point features, providing a comprehensive overview of the distribution of electrical infrastructure across the state.

Coordinate System:

NAD_1983_HARN_Florida_GDL_Albers (WKID 3087)

Time Period of Content:

The data is dated July 2020 (JUL20), as indicated in the data source layer name.

Limitations:

The dataset represents conditions as of July 2020 and may not reflect substations added, removed, or modified after that date. The accuracy of individual point locations may vary depending on the original data collection methods. The dataset may not include all small-scale distribution substations or private substations not connected to the main grid.

Map Coverage:

The map covers the complete geographic extent of the State of Florida, from the Georgia-Florida state line in the north to the southernmost Florida Keys, and from the Atlantic coast in the east to the western extent of the Florida Panhandle. Portions of neighboring states (Georgia and Alabama) are visible for geographic context.

The alternative text description of this map was AI-generated and may contain inaccuracies.