Falls City
South Crook Street, Falls City, NE 68355Plant Summary Information
Falls City is ranked #12 out of 44 distillate fuel oil power plants in Nebraska in terms of total annual net electricity generation.
Falls City is comprised of 9 generators and generated 100.7 MWh during the 3-month period between September 2024 to December 2024.
| Plant Name | Falls City |
|---|---|
| Utility Name | City of Falls City - (NE) |
| Location | Richardson County, NE |
| Initial Operation Date | August 1930 |
| Last Update | Dec 2024 |
| Annual Generation | 456.0 MWh |
| Annual Consumption | 45.7 k MMBtu |
| Ranked #11,478 out of 12,288 Power Plants Nationwide | |
| Ranked #540 out of 1,233 Distillate Fuel Oil Power Plants Nationwide | |
| Ranked #88 out of 122 Nebraska Power Plants | |
| Ranked #12 out of 44 Nebraska Distillate Fuel Oil Power Plants | |
| Fuel Types | Distillate Fuel Oil : 92.3% Natural Gas : 7.7% |
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Monthly Net Generation for Falls City
Falls City Details
| Summary Information | |
|---|---|
| Plant Name | Falls City (2237) |
| Plant Address | South Crook Street, Falls City, NE 68355 |
| Utility | City of Falls City - (NE) (6175) |
| Latitude, Longitude | 40.055, -95.6083 |
| Generation Dates on File | Jan 2001 to Dec 2024 |
| Initial Operation Date | August 1930 |
| Annual Generation | 456.0 MWh |
| Fuel Types | Distillate Fuel Oil : 92.3% Natural Gas : 7.7% |
| Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Information | |
| FERC Cogeneration Status | No |
| FERC Small Power Producer Status | No |
| FERC Exempt Wholesale Generator Status | No |
| Regulatory Information | |
|---|---|
| Regulatory Status | Regulated |
| NERC Region | MRO |
| Balancing Authority | Southwest Power Pool (SWPP) |
| NAICS Code | Utilities (22) |
| Sector | Electric Utility (1) |
| Water Source | Municipality |
| Ash Impoundment | No |
| Transmission / Distribution Owner | City of Falls City - (NE) (6175) NE |
| Grid Voltage | 69.00 kV |
| Energy Storage | No |
| Natural Gas Information | |
| Local Distribution Company (LDC) | FALLS CITY CITY OF |
| Pipeline Name | SOUTHERN STAR CENTRAL GAS PIPELINE |
| Natural Gas Storage | No |
Generator 1 Details Operating August 1930
| Technology | Petroleum Liquids |
|---|---|
| Prime Mover | Internal Combustion Engine |
| Ownership | Single Owner |
| RTO ISO LMP Node Designation | MEAN_FCU_OPPD |
| RTO ISO Location Designation For Reporting Wholesale Sales Data | MEAN_FCU_OPPD |
| Nameplate Capacity | 0.6 MW |
| Nameplate Power Factor | 0.85 |
| Summer Capacity | 0.6 MW |
| Winter Capacity | 0.6 MW |
| Minimum Load | 0.4 MW |
| Uprate/Derate Completed | No |
| Status | Operating |
|---|---|
| First Operation Date | August 1930 |
| Combined Heat & Power | No |
| Sector Name | Electric Utility (1) |
| Energy Source | Distillate Fuel Oil |
| Solid Fuel Gasification | No |
| Carbon Capture Technology | No |
| Time From Cold Shutdown To Full Load | 1H |
| Multiple Fuels | No |
| Cofire Fuels | No |
| Switch Between Oil And Natural Gas | No |
Generator 2 Details Operating August 1937
| Technology | Petroleum Liquids |
|---|---|
| Prime Mover | Internal Combustion Engine |
| Ownership | Single Owner |
| RTO ISO LMP Node Designation | MEAN_FCU_OPPD |
| RTO ISO Location Designation For Reporting Wholesale Sales Data | MEAN_FCU_OPPD |
| Nameplate Capacity | 0.9 MW |
| Nameplate Power Factor | 0.85 |
| Summer Capacity | 0.9 MW |
| Winter Capacity | 0.9 MW |
| Minimum Load | 0.5 MW |
| Uprate/Derate Completed | No |
| Status | Operating |
|---|---|
| First Operation Date | August 1937 |
| Combined Heat & Power | No |
| Sector Name | Electric Utility (1) |
| Energy Source | Distillate Fuel Oil |
| Solid Fuel Gasification | No |
| Carbon Capture Technology | No |
| Time From Cold Shutdown To Full Load | 1H |
| Multiple Fuels | No |
| Cofire Fuels | No |
| Switch Between Oil And Natural Gas | No |
Generator 4 Details Operating August 1946
| Technology | Natural Gas Internal Combustion Engine |
|---|---|
| Prime Mover | Internal Combustion Engine |
| Ownership | Single Owner |
| RTO ISO LMP Node Designation | MEAN_FCU_OPPD |
| RTO ISO Location Designation For Reporting Wholesale Sales Data | MEAN_FCU_OPPD |
| Nameplate Capacity | 1.1 MW |
| Nameplate Power Factor | 0.85 |
| Summer Capacity | 0.8 MW |
| Winter Capacity | 0.8 MW |
| Minimum Load | 0.5 MW |
| Uprate/Derate Completed | No |
| Status | Operating |
|---|---|
| First Operation Date | August 1946 |
| Combined Heat & Power | No |
| Sector Name | Electric Utility (1) |
| Energy Source | Natural Gas / Distillate Fuel Oil |
| Solid Fuel Gasification | No |
| Carbon Capture Technology | No |
| Time From Cold Shutdown To Full Load | 1H |
| Multiple Fuels | Yes |
| Cofire Fuels | No |
| Switch Between Oil And Natural Gas | Yes |
| Multifuel Details | |
| Switch When Operating | Yes |
|---|---|
| Net Summer Capacity With Natural Gas | 0.8 MW |
| Net Winter Capacity With Natural Gas | 0.8 MW |
| Net Summer Capacity With Oil | 0.8 MW |
| Net Winter Capacity With Oil | 0.8 MW |
| Time To Switch From Gas To Oil | 1H |
| Time To Switch From Oil To Gas | 1H |
| Factors That Limit Switching | Yes |
| Storage Limits | Yes |
| Air Permit Limits | Yes |
Generator 5 Details Operating November 1950
| Technology | Natural Gas Internal Combustion Engine |
|---|---|
| Prime Mover | Internal Combustion Engine |
| Ownership | Single Owner |
| RTO ISO LMP Node Designation | MEAN_FCU_OPPD |
| RTO ISO Location Designation For Reporting Wholesale Sales Data | MEAN_FCU_OPPD |
| Nameplate Capacity | 2 MW |
| Nameplate Power Factor | 0.85 |
| Summer Capacity | 1.4 MW |
| Winter Capacity | 1.4 MW |
| Minimum Load | 0.8 MW |
| Uprate/Derate Completed | No |
| Status | Operating |
|---|---|
| First Operation Date | November 1950 |
| Combined Heat & Power | No |
| Sector Name | Electric Utility (1) |
| Energy Source | Natural Gas / Distillate Fuel Oil |
| Solid Fuel Gasification | No |
| Carbon Capture Technology | No |
| Time From Cold Shutdown To Full Load | 1H |
| Multiple Fuels | Yes |
| Cofire Fuels | No |
| Switch Between Oil And Natural Gas | Yes |
| Multifuel Details | |
| Switch When Operating | Yes |
|---|---|
| Net Summer Capacity With Natural Gas | 1.4 MW |
| Net Winter Capacity With Natural Gas | 1.4 MW |
| Net Summer Capacity With Oil | 1.2 MW |
| Net Winter Capacity With Oil | 1.2 MW |
| Time To Switch From Gas To Oil | 1H |
| Time To Switch From Oil To Gas | 1H |
| Factors That Limit Switching | Yes |
| Storage Limits | Yes |
| Air Permit Limits | Yes |
Generator 6 Details Operating February 1958
| Technology | Natural Gas Internal Combustion Engine |
|---|---|
| Prime Mover | Internal Combustion Engine |
| Ownership | Single Owner |
| RTO ISO LMP Node Designation | MEAN_FCU_OPPD |
| RTO ISO Location Designation For Reporting Wholesale Sales Data | MEAN_FCU_OPPD |
| Nameplate Capacity | 2.5 MW |
| Nameplate Power Factor | 0.85 |
| Summer Capacity | 2 MW |
| Winter Capacity | 2 MW |
| Minimum Load | 1.4 MW |
| Uprate/Derate Completed | No |
| Status | Operating |
|---|---|
| First Operation Date | February 1958 |
| Combined Heat & Power | No |
| Sector Name | Electric Utility (1) |
| Energy Source | Natural Gas / Distillate Fuel Oil |
| Solid Fuel Gasification | No |
| Carbon Capture Technology | No |
| Time From Cold Shutdown To Full Load | 1H |
| Multiple Fuels | Yes |
| Cofire Fuels | No |
| Switch Between Oil And Natural Gas | Yes |
| Multifuel Details | |
| Switch When Operating | Yes |
|---|---|
| Net Summer Capacity With Natural Gas | 2 MW |
| Net Winter Capacity With Natural Gas | 2 MW |
| Net Summer Capacity With Oil | 2 MW |
| Net Winter Capacity With Oil | 2 MW |
| Time To Switch From Gas To Oil | 1H |
| Time To Switch From Oil To Gas | 1H |
| Factors That Limit Switching | Yes |
| Storage Limits | Yes |
| Air Permit Limits | Yes |
Generator 3 Details Operating February 1965
| Technology | Natural Gas Internal Combustion Engine |
|---|---|
| Prime Mover | Internal Combustion Engine |
| Ownership | Single Owner |
| RTO ISO LMP Node Designation | MEAN_FCU_OPPD |
| RTO ISO Location Designation For Reporting Wholesale Sales Data | MEAN_FCU_OPPD |
| Nameplate Capacity | 2.7 MW |
| Nameplate Power Factor | 0.85 |
| Summer Capacity | 2.3 MW |
| Winter Capacity | 2.3 MW |
| Minimum Load | 1.5 MW |
| Uprate/Derate Completed | No |
| Status | Operating |
|---|---|
| First Operation Date | February 1965 |
| Combined Heat & Power | No |
| Sector Name | Electric Utility (1) |
| Energy Source | Natural Gas / Distillate Fuel Oil |
| Solid Fuel Gasification | No |
| Carbon Capture Technology | No |
| Time From Cold Shutdown To Full Load | 1H |
| Multiple Fuels | Yes |
| Cofire Fuels | No |
| Switch Between Oil And Natural Gas | Yes |
| Multifuel Details | |
| Switch When Operating | Yes |
|---|---|
| Net Summer Capacity With Natural Gas | 2.3 MW |
| Net Winter Capacity With Natural Gas | 2.3 MW |
| Net Summer Capacity With Oil | 2 MW |
| Net Winter Capacity With Oil | 2 MW |
| Time To Switch From Gas To Oil | 1H |
| Time To Switch From Oil To Gas | 1H |
| Factors That Limit Switching | Yes |
| Storage Limits | Yes |
| Air Permit Limits | Yes |
Generator 7 Details Operating June 1972
| Technology | Natural Gas Internal Combustion Engine |
|---|---|
| Prime Mover | Internal Combustion Engine |
| Ownership | Single Owner |
| RTO ISO LMP Node Designation | MEAN_FCU_OPPD |
| RTO ISO Location Designation For Reporting Wholesale Sales Data | MEAN_FCU_OPPD |
| Nameplate Capacity | 6.2 MW |
| Nameplate Power Factor | 0.85 |
| Summer Capacity | 5.9 MW |
| Winter Capacity | 5.9 MW |
| Minimum Load | 4 MW |
| Uprate/Derate Completed | No |
| Status | Operating |
|---|---|
| First Operation Date | June 1972 |
| Combined Heat & Power | No |
| Sector Name | Electric Utility (1) |
| Energy Source | Natural Gas / Distillate Fuel Oil |
| Solid Fuel Gasification | No |
| Carbon Capture Technology | No |
| Time From Cold Shutdown To Full Load | 1H |
| Multiple Fuels | Yes |
| Cofire Fuels | No |
| Switch Between Oil And Natural Gas | Yes |
| Multifuel Details | |
| Switch When Operating | Yes |
|---|---|
| Net Summer Capacity With Natural Gas | 5.9 MW |
| Net Winter Capacity With Natural Gas | 5.9 MW |
| Net Summer Capacity With Oil | 5.9 MW |
| Net Winter Capacity With Oil | 5.9 MW |
| Time To Switch From Gas To Oil | 1H |
| Time To Switch From Oil To Gas | 1H |
| Factors That Limit Switching | Yes |
| Storage Limits | Yes |
| Air Permit Limits | Yes |
Generator 8 Details Operating March 1982
| Technology | Natural Gas Internal Combustion Engine |
|---|---|
| Prime Mover | Internal Combustion Engine |
| Ownership | Single Owner |
| RTO ISO LMP Node Designation | MEAN_FCU_OPPD |
| RTO ISO Location Designation For Reporting Wholesale Sales Data | MEAN_FCU_OPPD |
| Nameplate Capacity | 6 MW |
| Nameplate Power Factor | 0.85 |
| Summer Capacity | 6 MW |
| Winter Capacity | 6 MW |
| Minimum Load | 3.8 MW |
| Uprate/Derate Completed | No |
| Status | Operating |
|---|---|
| First Operation Date | March 1982 |
| Combined Heat & Power | No |
| Sector Name | Electric Utility (1) |
| Energy Source | Natural Gas / Distillate Fuel Oil |
| Solid Fuel Gasification | No |
| Carbon Capture Technology | No |
| Time From Cold Shutdown To Full Load | 1H |
| Multiple Fuels | Yes |
| Cofire Fuels | No |
| Switch Between Oil And Natural Gas | Yes |
| Multifuel Details | |
| Switch When Operating | Yes |
|---|---|
| Net Summer Capacity With Natural Gas | 6 MW |
| Net Winter Capacity With Natural Gas | 6 MW |
| Net Summer Capacity With Oil | 6 MW |
| Net Winter Capacity With Oil | 6 MW |
| Time To Switch From Gas To Oil | 1H |
| Time To Switch From Oil To Gas | 1H |
| Factors That Limit Switching | Yes |
| Storage Limits | Yes |
| Air Permit Limits | Yes |
Generator 9 Details Operating August 2018
| Technology | Natural Gas Internal Combustion Engine |
|---|---|
| Prime Mover | Internal Combustion Engine |
| Ownership | Single Owner |
| RTO ISO LMP Node Designation | MEAN FCU OPPD |
| RTO ISO Location Designation For Reporting Wholesale Sales Data | MEAN FCU OPPD |
| Nameplate Capacity | 9.3 MW |
| Nameplate Power Factor | 0.8 |
| Summer Capacity | 9.3 MW |
| Winter Capacity | 9.3 MW |
| Minimum Load | 3.9 MW |
| Uprate/Derate Completed | No |
| Status | Operating |
|---|---|
| First Operation Date | August 2018 |
| Combined Heat & Power | No |
| Sector Name | Electric Utility (1) |
| Energy Source | Natural Gas / Distillate Fuel Oil |
| Solid Fuel Gasification | No |
| Carbon Capture Technology | No |
| Time From Cold Shutdown To Full Load | 1H |
| Multiple Fuels | Yes |
| Cofire Fuels | No |
| Switch Between Oil And Natural Gas | Yes |
| Multifuel Details | |
| Switch When Operating | Yes |
|---|---|
| Net Summer Capacity With Natural Gas | 9.3 MW |
| Net Winter Capacity With Natural Gas | 9.3 MW |
| Net Summer Capacity With Oil | 9.3 MW |
| Net Winter Capacity With Oil | 9.3 MW |
| Time To Switch From Gas To Oil | 1H |
| Time To Switch From Oil To Gas | 1H |
| Factors That Limit Switching | Yes |
| Storage Limits | Yes |
| Air Permit Limits | Yes |
Falls City Plant Owners
| Owner Name | Address | Generator | Ownership |
|---|---|---|---|
| We couldn't locate any owners for this plant | |||
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