Blythe Energy Inc
385 N Buck Blvd., Blythe, CA 92225Plant Summary Information
Blythe Energy Inc is ranked #42 out of 316 natural gas power plants in California in terms of total annual net electricity generation.
Blythe Energy Inc is comprised of 3 generators and generated 53.0 GWh during the 3-month period between February 2026 to May 2026.
| Plant Name | Blythe Energy Inc |
|---|---|
| Utility Name | AltaGas Blythe Operations Inc |
| Location | Riverside County, CA |
| Initial Operation Date | December 2003 |
| Last Update | May 2026 |
| Annual Generation | 315.9 GWh |
| Annual Consumption | 2.6 M MMBtu |
| Ranked #1,959 out of 13,081 Power Plants Nationwide | |
| Ranked #646 out of 2,206 Natural Gas Power Plants Nationwide | |
| Ranked #165 out of 1,606 California Power Plants | |
| Ranked #42 out of 316 California Natural Gas Power Plants | |
| Fuel Types | Natural Gas |
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Blythe Energy Inc Details
| Summary Information | |
|---|---|
| Plant Name | Blythe Energy Inc (55295) |
| Plant Address | 385 N Buck Blvd., Blythe, CA 92225 |
| Utility | AltaGas Blythe Operations Inc (58453) |
| Latitude, Longitude | 33.6157, -114.6865 |
| Generation Dates on File | Feb 2004 to May 2026 |
| Initial Operation Date | December 2003 |
| Annual Generation | 315.9 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 | 02-30-000 |
| Regulatory Information | |
|---|---|
| Regulatory Status | Non-Regulated |
| NERC Region | WECC |
| Balancing Authority | California Independent System Operator (CISO) |
| NAICS Code | Utilities (22) |
| Sector | IPP Non-CHP (2) |
| Water Source | Wells |
| Ash Impoundment | No |
| Transmission / Distribution Owner | Southern California Edison Co (17609) CA |
| Grid Voltage | 230.00 kV |
| Energy Storage | No |
| Natural Gas Information | |
| Local Distribution Company (LDC) | SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA GAS COMPANY |
| Pipeline Name | KINDER MORGAN BORDER PIPELINE LLC |
| Natural Gas Storage | No |
Generator CT1 Details Operating December 2003
| Technology | Natural Gas Fired Combined Cycle |
|---|---|
| Prime Mover | Combined Cycle Combustion Turbine Part |
| Unit Code | CC1 |
| Ownership | Single Owner |
| Can Bypass Heat Recovery Steam Generator | No |
| RTO ISO LMP Node Designation | Buck BL_2_PL1X3-APND |
| RTO ISO Location Designation For Reporting Wholesale Sales Data | Buck BL_2_PL1X3-APND |
| Nameplate Capacity | 182 MW |
| Nameplate Power Factor | 1 |
| Summer Capacity | 156.5 MW |
| Winter Capacity | 160.5 MW |
| Minimum Load | 70 MW |
| Uprate/Derate Completed | No |
| Status | Operating |
|---|---|
| First Operation Date | December 2003 |
| Combined Heat & Power | No |
| Sector Name | IPP Non-CHP (2) |
| Energy Source | Natural Gas |
| Startup Source | Natural Gas |
| Solid Fuel Gasification | No |
| Carbon Capture Technology | No |
| Time From Cold Shutdown To Full Load | 12H |
| Multiple Fuels | No |
| Cofire Fuels | No |
| Switch Between Oil And Natural Gas | No |
Generator CT2 Details Operating December 2003
| Technology | Natural Gas Fired Combined Cycle |
|---|---|
| Prime Mover | Combined Cycle Combustion Turbine Part |
| Unit Code | CC1 |
| Ownership | Single Owner |
| Can Bypass Heat Recovery Steam Generator | No |
| RTO ISO LMP Node Designation | Buck BL_2_PL1X3-APND |
| RTO ISO Location Designation For Reporting Wholesale Sales Data | Buck BL_2_PL1X3-APND |
| Nameplate Capacity | 182 MW |
| Nameplate Power Factor | 1 |
| Summer Capacity | 156.5 MW |
| Winter Capacity | 160.5 MW |
| Minimum Load | 70 MW |
| Uprate/Derate Completed | No |
| Status | Operating |
|---|---|
| First Operation Date | December 2003 |
| Combined Heat & Power | No |
| Sector Name | IPP Non-CHP (2) |
| Energy Source | Natural Gas |
| Startup Source | Natural Gas |
| Solid Fuel Gasification | No |
| Carbon Capture Technology | No |
| Time From Cold Shutdown To Full Load | 12H |
| Multiple Fuels | No |
| Cofire Fuels | No |
| Switch Between Oil And Natural Gas | No |
Generator ST1 Details Operating December 2003
| Technology | Natural Gas Fired Combined Cycle |
|---|---|
| Prime Mover | Combined Cycle Steam Part |
| Unit Code | CC1 |
| Ownership | Single Owner |
| Duct Burners | Yes |
| RTO ISO LMP Node Designation | Buck BL_2_PL1X3-APND |
| RTO ISO Location Designation For Reporting Wholesale Sales Data | Buck BL_2_PL1X3-APND |
| Nameplate Capacity | 227 MW |
| Nameplate Power Factor | 1 |
| Summer Capacity | 201 MW |
| Winter Capacity | 204 MW |
| Minimum Load | 50 MW |
| Uprate/Derate Completed | No |
| Status | Operating |
|---|---|
| First Operation Date | December 2003 |
| Combined Heat & Power | No |
| Sector Name | IPP Non-CHP (2) |
| Energy Source | Natural Gas |
| Startup Source | Natural Gas |
| Solid Fuel Gasification | No |
| Carbon Capture Technology | No |
| Time From Cold Shutdown To Full Load | 12H |
| Multiple Fuels | No |
| Cofire Fuels | No |
| Switch Between Oil And Natural Gas | No |
Blythe Energy Inc Plant Owners
| Owner Name | Address | Generator | Ownership | We couldn't locate any owners for this plant |
|---|
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