Hill City
724 South Pomeroy Street, Hill City, KS 67642Plant Summary Information
Hill City is ranked #35 out of 57 distillate fuel oil power plants in Kansas in terms of total annual net electricity generation.
Hill City is comprised of 6 generators and generated 11.0 MWh during the 3-month period between September 2024 to December 2024.
| Plant Name | Hill City |
|---|---|
| Utility Name | City of Hill City -(KS) |
| Location | Graham County, KS |
| Initial Operation Date | May 1952 |
| Last Update | Dec 2024 |
| Annual Generation | 11.0 MWh |
| Annual Consumption | 12 MMBtu |
| Ranked #12,981 out of 13,081 Power Plants Nationwide | |
| Ranked #1,110 out of 1,233 Distillate Fuel Oil Power Plants Nationwide | |
| Ranked #164 out of 175 Kansas Power Plants | |
| Ranked #35 out of 57 Kansas Distillate Fuel Oil Power Plants | |
| Fuel Types | Distillate Fuel Oil |
| Previous Operator |
City of Hill City (2013 to 2024) City of Hill City -(KS) (2025 to 2025) |
Map of Hill City
Full Screen MapRegister Now for Comprehensive Access
Subscribe now to access all power plant data, utility information, FERC EQR data, and more for Hill City.
Monthly Net Generation for Hill City
Monthly Plant Fuel Consumption for Hill City
Hill City Details
| Summary Information | |
|---|---|
| Plant Name | Hill City (1285) |
| Plant Address | 724 South Pomeroy Street, Hill City, KS 67642 |
| Utility | City of Hill City -(KS) (8599) |
| Latitude, Longitude | 39.3582, -99.8417 |
| Generation Dates on File | Jan 2001 to Dec 2024 |
| Initial Operation Date | May 1952 |
| Annual Generation | 11.0 MWh |
| Fuel Types | Distillate Fuel Oil |
| 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 | Sunflower Electric Power Corp (18315) |
| Grid Voltage | 34.50 kV |
| Energy Storage | No |
| Natural Gas Information | |
| Local Distribution Company (LDC) | MIDWEST ENERGY INC |
| Natural Gas Storage | No |
| Liquefied Natural Gas Storage | No |
Generator 3 Details Operating May 1952
| Technology | Petroleum Liquids |
|---|---|
| Prime Mover | Internal Combustion Engine |
| Ownership | Single Owner |
| Nameplate Capacity | 0.6 MW |
| Nameplate Power Factor | 0.8 |
| Summer Capacity | 0.6 MW |
| Winter Capacity | 0.6 MW |
| Minimum Load | 0.4 MW |
| Uprate/Derate Completed | No |
| Status | Operating |
| First Operation Date | May 1952 |
|---|---|
| Combined Heat & Power | No |
| Sector Name | Electric Utility (1) |
| Energy Source | Distillate Fuel Oil / Natural Gas |
| 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 | 0.6 MW |
| Net Winter Capacity With Natural Gas | 0.6 MW |
| Net Summer Capacity With Oil | 0.5 MW |
| Net Winter Capacity With Oil | 0.5 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 |
Generator 1 Details Operating March 1962
| Technology | Petroleum Liquids |
|---|---|
| Prime Mover | Internal Combustion Engine |
| Ownership | Single Owner |
| Nameplate Capacity | 1.3 MW |
| Nameplate Power Factor | 0.8 |
| Summer Capacity | 1.1 MW |
| Winter Capacity | 1.2 MW |
| Minimum Load | 0.9 MW |
| Uprate/Derate Completed | No |
| Status | Operating |
| First Operation Date | March 1962 |
|---|---|
| Combined Heat & Power | No |
| Sector Name | Electric Utility (1) |
| Energy Source | Distillate Fuel Oil / Natural Gas |
| 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 | 1.1 MW |
| Net Winter Capacity With Natural Gas | 1.1 MW |
| Net Summer Capacity With Oil | 1.1 MW |
| Net Winter Capacity With Oil | 1.1 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 |
Generator 2 Details Operating March 1962
| Technology | Petroleum Liquids |
|---|---|
| Prime Mover | Internal Combustion Engine |
| Ownership | Single Owner |
| Nameplate Capacity | 1.3 MW |
| Nameplate Power Factor | 0.8 |
| Summer Capacity | 1.1 MW |
| Winter Capacity | 1.2 MW |
| Minimum Load | 0.9 MW |
| Uprate/Derate Completed | No |
| Status | Operating |
| First Operation Date | March 1962 |
|---|---|
| Combined Heat & Power | No |
| Sector Name | Electric Utility (1) |
| Energy Source | Distillate Fuel Oil / Natural Gas |
| 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 | 1.1 MW |
| Net Winter Capacity With Natural Gas | 1.1 MW |
| Net Summer Capacity With Oil | 1.1 MW |
| Net Winter Capacity With Oil | 1.1 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 |
Generator 4 Details Operating August 1967
| Technology | Petroleum Liquids |
|---|---|
| Prime Mover | Internal Combustion Engine |
| Ownership | Single Owner |
| Nameplate Capacity | 1.1 MW |
| Nameplate Power Factor | 0.8 |
| Summer Capacity | 1 MW |
| Winter Capacity | 1 MW |
| Minimum Load | 0.8 MW |
| Uprate/Derate Completed | No |
| Status | Operating |
| First Operation Date | August 1967 |
|---|---|
| Combined Heat & Power | No |
| Sector Name | Electric Utility (1) |
| Energy Source | Distillate Fuel Oil / Natural Gas |
| Solid Fuel Gasification | 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 MW |
| Net Winter Capacity With Natural Gas | 1 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 |
Generator 5 Details Operating October 1974
| Technology | Petroleum Liquids |
|---|---|
| Prime Mover | Internal Combustion Engine |
| Ownership | Single Owner |
| Nameplate Capacity | 1.3 MW |
| Nameplate Power Factor | 0.8 |
| Summer Capacity | 1.2 MW |
| Winter Capacity | 1.2 MW |
| Minimum Load | 0.9 MW |
| Uprate/Derate Completed | No |
| Status | Operating |
| First Operation Date | October 1974 |
|---|---|
| Combined Heat & Power | No |
| Sector Name | Electric Utility (1) |
| Energy Source | Distillate Fuel Oil / Natural Gas |
| Solid Fuel Gasification | 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 | 1.2 MW |
| Net Winter Capacity With Natural Gas | 1.2 MW |
| Net Summer Capacity With Oil | 1.1 MW |
| Net Winter Capacity With Oil | 1.1 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 |
Generator 6 Details Operating December 1974
| Technology | Petroleum Liquids |
|---|---|
| Prime Mover | Internal Combustion Engine |
| Ownership | Single Owner |
| Nameplate Capacity | 1.3 MW |
| Nameplate Power Factor | 0.8 |
| Summer Capacity | 1.2 MW |
| Winter Capacity | 1.2 MW |
| Minimum Load | 0.9 MW |
| Uprate/Derate Completed | No |
| Status | Operating |
| First Operation Date | December 1974 |
|---|---|
| Combined Heat & Power | No |
| Sector Name | Electric Utility (1) |
| Energy Source | Distillate Fuel Oil / Natural Gas |
| Solid Fuel Gasification | 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 | 1.2 MW |
| Net Winter Capacity With Natural Gas | 1.2 MW |
| Net Summer Capacity With Oil | 1.1 MW |
| Net Winter Capacity With Oil | 1.1 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 |
Hill City Plant Owners
| Owner Name | Address | Generator | Ownership | We couldn't locate any owners for this plant |
|---|
Power Plants with Similar Net Generation
Power plants with a similar annual net generation from Distillate Fuel Oil.
| Rank | Plant Name | Plant Location | Annual Generation |
|---|---|---|---|
| #1100 | JLL-One Rockwood Road | Sleppy Hollow, NY | 13.0 MWh |
| #1101 | Indeck Yerkes Energy Center | Tonawanda, NY | 62.8 GWh |
| #1102 | Sargent | Sargent, NE | 12.0 MWh |
| #1103 | La Farge | La Farge, WI | 12.0 MWh |
| #1104 | St George Red Rock | St George, UT | 12.0 MWh |
| #1105 | Traer South | Traer, IA | 12.0 MWh |
| #1106 | Olmsted Waste Energy | Rochester, MN | 47.5 GWh |
| #1107 | High Street Station | Ipswich, MA | 153.0 MWh |
| #1108 | Meade | Meade, KS | 73.0 MWh |
| #1109 | McGregor | McGregor, IA | 11.0 MWh |
| #1111 | Thief River Falls | Thief River Falls, MN | 2.8 GWh |
| #1112 | Greenport | Greenport, NY | 11.0 MWh |
| #1113 | Lakefield Utilities | Lakefield, MN | 11.0 MWh |
| #1114 | Bloomington Power Plant | Bloomington, UT | 11.0 MWh |
| #1115 | North Generation Plant | Greenfield, IA | 11.0 MWh |
| #1116 | Albert Einstein College of Medicine | Bronx, NY | 11.0 MWh |
| #1117 | Valdosta Water Treatment Plant | Valdosta, GA | 11.0 MWh |
| #1118 | NYU Langone Hospital- Brooklyn | New York City, NY | 486.0 MWh |
| #1119 | Russell Downtown | Russell, KS | 33.0 MWh |
| #1120 | Dave Gates Generating Station | Anaconda, MT | 420.9 GWh |
Nearby Power Plants
Below are closest 20 power plants surrounding Hill City.
| Plant Name | Plant Location | Annual Generation | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alexander Wind Farm LLC | Alexander, KS | 168.3 GWh | 67 mi |
| Buckeye Wind Energy Center | Hays, KS | 458.4 GWh | 33.5 mi |
| Cambridge | Cambridge, NE | 20.0 MWh | 66.5 mi |
| Cedar Bluff Wind, LLC | Brownwell, KS | 776.4 GWh | 46 mi |
| Colby | Colby, KS | 1.2 GWh | 64 mi |
| East Fork Wind Project, LLC | Colby, KS | 691.6 GWh | 66 mi |
| Fort Hays State University Wind Farm | Hays, KS | 10.3 GWh | 40.8 mi |
| Franklin (NE) | Franklin, NE | 60.0 MWh | 69.2 mi |
| Goodman Energy Center | Hays, KS | 83.2 GWh | 39.2 mi |
| La Crosse | La Crosse, KS | 9.0 MWh | 63.9 mi |
| McCook | McCook, NE | 3.5 GWh | 73.5 mi |
| Midwest Energy Community Solar Array | Colby, KS | 1.8 GWh | 64.1 mi |
| Oberlin (KS) | Oberlin, KS | 9.8 MWh | 48.6 mi |
| Osborne | Osborne, KS | 30.4 MWh | 61.7 mi |
| Oxford (NE) | Oxford, NE | 82.0 MWh | 63.4 mi |
| Russell | Russell, KS | 1.7 GWh | 64.7 mi |
| Russell Downtown | Russell, KS | 33.0 MWh | 61.8 mi |
| Russell Energy Center | Russell, KS | 385.0 MWh | 62.4 mi |
| Solomon Forks Wind Project, LLC | Colby, KS | 975.3 GWh | 66 mi |
| Western Plains Wind | Oakley, KS | 11.7 GWh | 50.4 mi |