Engineering a Safer, More Resilient Underground Distribution System

Schedule

4 Months

Location

Kansas

Estimated Cost

$32K

Client

Midstream Transmission Company

Project Overview

The client was experiencing frequent wind‑related outages caused by aging overhead electrical equipment, creating ongoing reliability issues for multiple distributed well storage sites. To ensure consistent power delivery and reduce the operational disruptions caused by weather‑driven outages, the client needed a more resilient distribution system capable of supporting both three‑phase and single‑phase service demands across their facilities. To address this challenge, LSC provided the detailed design for a three‑mile, 12.47 kV underground distribution system, transitioning the existing overhead feeders to a modern, underground configuration that significantly improved system reliability and long‑term performance.

Deliverables:

  • Site Investigation
  • Site Report
  • Issued for Bid Package
  • Secondary Site Visit
  • Utility Mapping

Project Team

David Schlumberger

Electrical Engineering Manager

Jacob Sims

Electrical Engineer

Strategic Planning for a Reliable Underground System

LSC developed a robust underground distribution plan tailored to the client’s operational needs. This included:

This upfront planning enabled a more dependable power delivery system while controlling project complexity and cost

Efficient Design

LSC’s final design included:

The comprehensive design improved safety, reduced outage potential, and delivered a more cost‑effective, resilient electrical infrastructure for the client.