Building Type: Maintenance
Campus Green: Union Green
Grid Map Square: F-3
Current Use
The Heating Substation is located West of Chubb, coordinates F-3 on the campus map. It is marked as #35 on the map.
The Heating Plant Substation is used as a distribution point for the campus electrical system, which is fed from the substation on Riverside Drive. In the future the building will be renovated to house the new central chill water plant.
History
Build in 1908, the Heating Plant Substation housed the campus steam boilers. It also was the central distribution point for steam, domestic hot water, and electricity that was generated in the power house. In 1966, after the Lausche Heating Plant was built, the building became the distribution point for the campus electrical system.
Location
3 Depot St., Athens, OH 45701 ( Directions )
The Union Green
Union green is the western gateway to the University and the city of Athens. The green is home to Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine, Facilities Management & Safety, Russ College of Engineering research, and Culinary Services. Notable buildings on this green include the newly constructed Heritage Hall.
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