Big Sandy Peaker Plant
2570 Route 52, Kenona, WV 25530Plant Summary Information
Big Sandy Peaker Plant is ranked #17 out of 38 power plants in West Virginia in terms of total annual net electricity generation.
Big Sandy Peaker Plant is comprised of 6 generators and generated 84.9 GWh during the 3-month period between September 2024 to December 2024.
| Plant Name | Big Sandy Peaker Plant |
|---|---|
| Utility Name | Middle River Power II, LLC |
| Location | Wayne County, WV |
| Initial Operation Date | July 2001 |
| Last Update | Dec 2024 |
| Annual Generation | 285.3 GWh |
| Annual Consumption | 3.0 M MMBtu |
| Ranked #1,961 out of 12,288 Power Plants Nationwide | |
| Ranked #662 out of 2,221 Natural Gas Power Plants Nationwide | |
| Ranked #17 out of 38 West Virginia Power Plants | |
| Ranked #4 out of 8 West Virginia Natural Gas Power Plants | |
| Fuel Types | Natural Gas |
| Previous Operator |
Big Sandy Peaker Plant LLC (2013 to 2015) Middle River Power II, LLC (2016 to 2024) |
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Big Sandy Peaker Plant Details
| Summary Information | |
|---|---|
| Plant Name | Big Sandy Peaker Plant (55284) |
| Plant Address | 2570 Route 52, Kenona, WV 25530 |
| Utility | Middle River Power II, LLC (60432) |
| Latitude, Longitude | 38.3441, -82.5938 |
| Generation Dates on File | Jul 2001 to Dec 2024 |
| Initial Operation Date | July 2001 |
| Annual Generation | 285.3 GWh |
| Fuel Types | Natural Gas |
| Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Information | |
| FERC Cogeneration Status | No |
| FERC Small Power Producer Status | No |
| FERC Exempt Wholesale Generator Status | Yes |
| FERC Exempt Wholesale Generator Docket Number | 01-17-000 |
| Regulatory Information | |
|---|---|
| Regulatory Status | Non-Regulated |
| NERC Region | RFC |
| Balancing Authority | PJM Interconnection, LLC (PJM) |
| NAICS Code | Utilities (22) |
| Sector | IPP Non-CHP (2) |
| Water Source | Municipality |
| Ash Impoundment | No |
| Transmission / Distribution Owner | Appalachian Power Co (733) WV |
| Grid Voltage | 138.00 kV |
| Energy Storage | No |
| Natural Gas Information | |
| Pipeline Name | COLUMBIA GAS TRANSMISSION CORP |
| Natural Gas Storage | No |
Generator BSG1 Details Operating July 2001
| Technology | Natural Gas Fired Combustion Turbine |
|---|---|
| Prime Mover | Combustion Turbine |
| Ownership | Single Owner |
| RTO ISO LMP Node Designation | 32418571 AEP Big Sandy CT1 |
| RTO ISO Location Designation For Reporting Wholesale Sales Data | Big Sandy Peaker, LLC |
| Nameplate Capacity | 58.9 MW |
| Nameplate Power Factor | 0.85 |
| Summer Capacity | 50 MW |
| Winter Capacity | 57 MW |
| Minimum Load | 25 MW |
| Uprate/Derate Completed | No |
| Status | Operating |
|---|---|
| First Operation Date | July 2001 |
| Combined Heat & Power | No |
| Sector Name | IPP Non-CHP (2) |
| Energy Source | Natural Gas |
| Solid Fuel Gasification | No |
| Carbon Capture Technology | No |
| Time From Cold Shutdown To Full Load | 10M |
| Multiple Fuels | No |
| Cofire Fuels | No |
| Switch Between Oil And Natural Gas | No |
Generator BSG2 Details Operating July 2001
| Technology | Natural Gas Fired Combustion Turbine |
|---|---|
| Prime Mover | Combustion Turbine |
| Ownership | Single Owner |
| RTO ISO LMP Node Designation | 32418573 AEP Big Sandy CT2 |
| RTO ISO Location Designation For Reporting Wholesale Sales Data | Big Sandy Peaker, LLC |
| Nameplate Capacity | 58.9 MW |
| Nameplate Power Factor | 0.85 |
| Summer Capacity | 50 MW |
| Winter Capacity | 57 MW |
| Minimum Load | 25 MW |
| Uprate/Derate Completed | No |
| Status | Operating |
|---|---|
| First Operation Date | July 2001 |
| Combined Heat & Power | No |
| Sector Name | IPP Non-CHP (2) |
| Energy Source | Natural Gas |
| Solid Fuel Gasification | No |
| Carbon Capture Technology | No |
| Time From Cold Shutdown To Full Load | 10M |
| Multiple Fuels | No |
| Cofire Fuels | No |
| Switch Between Oil And Natural Gas | No |
Generator BSG3 Details Operating July 2001
| Technology | Natural Gas Fired Combustion Turbine |
|---|---|
| Prime Mover | Combustion Turbine |
| Ownership | Single Owner |
| RTO ISO LMP Node Designation | 324118575 AEP Big Sandy CT3 |
| RTO ISO Location Designation For Reporting Wholesale Sales Data | Big Sandy Peaker, LLC |
| Nameplate Capacity | 58.9 MW |
| Nameplate Power Factor | 0.85 |
| Summer Capacity | 50 MW |
| Winter Capacity | 57 MW |
| Minimum Load | 25 MW |
| Uprate/Derate Completed | No |
| Status | Operating |
|---|---|
| First Operation Date | July 2001 |
| Combined Heat & Power | No |
| Sector Name | IPP Non-CHP (2) |
| Energy Source | Natural Gas |
| Solid Fuel Gasification | No |
| Carbon Capture Technology | No |
| Time From Cold Shutdown To Full Load | 10M |
| Multiple Fuels | No |
| Cofire Fuels | No |
| Switch Between Oil And Natural Gas | No |
Generator BSG4 Details Operating July 2001
| Technology | Natural Gas Fired Combustion Turbine |
|---|---|
| Prime Mover | Combustion Turbine |
| Ownership | Single Owner |
| RTO ISO LMP Node Designation | 32418577 AEP Big Sandy CT4 |
| RTO ISO Location Designation For Reporting Wholesale Sales Data | Big Sandy Peaker, LLC |
| Nameplate Capacity | 58.9 MW |
| Nameplate Power Factor | 0.85 |
| Summer Capacity | 50 MW |
| Winter Capacity | 57 MW |
| Minimum Load | 25 MW |
| Uprate/Derate Completed | No |
| Status | Operating |
|---|---|
| First Operation Date | July 2001 |
| Combined Heat & Power | No |
| Sector Name | IPP Non-CHP (2) |
| Energy Source | Natural Gas |
| Solid Fuel Gasification | No |
| Carbon Capture Technology | No |
| Time From Cold Shutdown To Full Load | 10M |
| Multiple Fuels | No |
| Cofire Fuels | No |
| Switch Between Oil And Natural Gas | No |
Generator BSG5 Details Operating July 2001
| Technology | Natural Gas Fired Combustion Turbine |
|---|---|
| Prime Mover | Combustion Turbine |
| Ownership | Single Owner |
| RTO ISO LMP Node Designation | 32418579 AEP Big Sandy CT5 |
| RTO ISO Location Designation For Reporting Wholesale Sales Data | Big Sandy Peaker, LLC |
| Nameplate Capacity | 58.9 MW |
| Nameplate Power Factor | 0.85 |
| Summer Capacity | 50 MW |
| Winter Capacity | 57 MW |
| Minimum Load | 25 MW |
| Uprate/Derate Completed | No |
| Status | Operating |
|---|---|
| First Operation Date | July 2001 |
| Combined Heat & Power | No |
| Sector Name | IPP Non-CHP (2) |
| Energy Source | Natural Gas |
| Solid Fuel Gasification | No |
| Carbon Capture Technology | No |
| Time From Cold Shutdown To Full Load | 10M |
| Multiple Fuels | No |
| Cofire Fuels | No |
| Switch Between Oil And Natural Gas | No |
Generator BSG6 Details Operating August 2001
| Technology | Natural Gas Fired Combustion Turbine |
|---|---|
| Prime Mover | Combustion Turbine |
| Ownership | Single Owner |
| RTO ISO LMP Node Designation | 32418581 AEP Big Sandy CT6 |
| RTO ISO Location Designation For Reporting Wholesale Sales Data | Big Sandy Peaker, LLC |
| Nameplate Capacity | 58.9 MW |
| Nameplate Power Factor | 0.85 |
| Summer Capacity | 50 MW |
| Winter Capacity | 57 MW |
| Minimum Load | 25 MW |
| Uprate/Derate Completed | No |
| Status | Operating |
|---|---|
| First Operation Date | August 2001 |
| Combined Heat & Power | No |
| Sector Name | IPP Non-CHP (2) |
| Energy Source | Natural Gas |
| Solid Fuel Gasification | No |
| Carbon Capture Technology | No |
| Time From Cold Shutdown To Full Load | 10M |
| Multiple Fuels | No |
| Cofire Fuels | No |
| Switch Between Oil And Natural Gas | No |
Big Sandy Peaker Plant Plant Owners
| Owner Name | Address | Generator | Ownership |
|---|---|---|---|
| We couldn't locate any owners for this plant | |||
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