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The Broad Street Substation is an electrical substation located in Seattle, Washington, and operated by Seattle City Light. Given it's specific architectural style and historical significance, it has been designated a Seattle landmark. Located in the Lower Queen Anne neighborhood, it was built as part of a

In March 2019, the city council passed an ordinance designating the substation a historic landmark.

History
The Broad Street Substation was planned as part of a $36 million plant expansion project by Seattle City Light to keep up with electricity demand. Included in this project was the construction of additional supporting infrastructure, including the Broad Street substation, as well as the addition of generators to Ross Dam, improvements to Diablo Dam, and some other stuff. The Station was energized November 7th, 1951. In March 2019, the city council passed an ordinance designating the substation a historic landmark.