Sylmar Converter Station, HVDC converter station in Sylmar, California, US
The Sylmar Converter Station transforms 500 kV direct current from Oregon into alternating current at 60 Hz and 230 kV for the Los Angeles power grid.
The facility, originally constructed in 1970, underwent major reconstruction after the 1971 earthquake and received substantial upgrades in 1989 to increase transmission capacity.
The station represents a partnership between five utility companies, including the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power and Southern California Edison Company.
The facility manages power transmission for 2-3 million Los Angeles households, handling up to 3,100 megawatts through modern thyristor converters installed in 2004.
The station functions as the southern terminus of the Pacific DC Intertie, enabling bidirectional power flow between the Pacific Northwest and Southern California.
Location: Sylmar
GPS coordinates: 34.31200,-118.48100
Latest update: March 6, 2025 01:28
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