Plains End
8950 Highway 93, Arvada, CO 80001Plant Summary Information
Plains End is ranked #30 out of 34 natural gas power plants in Colorado in terms of total annual net electricity generation.
Plains End is comprised of 20 generators and generated 1.2 GWh during the 3-month period between September 2024 to December 2024.
| Plant Name | Plains End |
|---|---|
| Utility Name | Plains End Operating Services LLC |
| Location | Jefferson County, CO |
| Initial Operation Date | May 2002 |
| Last Update | Dec 2024 |
| Annual Generation | 6.1 GWh |
| Annual Consumption | 66.2 k MMBtu |
| Ranked #7,580 out of 12,539 Power Plants Nationwide | |
| Ranked #1,697 out of 2,243 Natural Gas Power Plants Nationwide | |
| Ranked #150 out of 282 Colorado Power Plants | |
| Ranked #30 out of 34 Colorado Natural Gas Power Plants | |
| Fuel Types | Natural Gas |
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Monthly Net Generation for Plains End
Plains End Details
| Summary Information | |
|---|---|
| Plant Name | Plains End (55650) |
| Plant Address | 8950 Highway 93, Arvada, CO 80001 |
| Utility | Plains End Operating Services LLC (15142) |
| Latitude, Longitude | 39.8575, -105.22597 |
| Generation Dates on File | Mar 2002 to Dec 2024 |
| Initial Operation Date | May 2002 |
| Annual Generation | 6.1 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 | 01-229-000 |
| Regulatory Information | |
|---|---|
| Regulatory Status | Non-Regulated |
| NERC Region | WECC |
| Balancing Authority | Public Service Company of Colorado (PSCO) |
| NAICS Code | Utilities (22) |
| Sector | IPP Non-CHP (2) |
| Water Source | City of Arvada CO. Closed loop |
| Ash Impoundment | No |
| Transmission / Distribution Owner | Public Service Co of Colorado (15466) CO |
| Grid Voltage | 230.00 kV |
| Energy Storage | No |
| Natural Gas Information | |
| Local Distribution Company (LDC) | PUB SERVICE CO OF COLORADO |
| Natural Gas Storage | No |
Generator GE10 Details Operating May 2002
| Technology | Natural Gas Internal Combustion Engine |
|---|---|
| Prime Mover | Internal Combustion Engine |
| Ownership | Single Owner |
| Nameplate Capacity | 5.7 MW |
| Nameplate Power Factor | 0.8 |
| Summer Capacity | 5.52 MW |
| Winter Capacity | 5.52 MW |
| Minimum Load | 3.6 MW |
| Uprate/Derate Completed | No |
| Status | Operating |
| First Operation Date | May 2002 |
|---|---|
| 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 | 12H |
| Multiple Fuels | No |
| Cofire Fuels | No |
| Switch Between Oil And Natural Gas | No |
Generator GE11 Details Operating May 2002
| Technology | Natural Gas Internal Combustion Engine |
|---|---|
| Prime Mover | Internal Combustion Engine |
| Ownership | Single Owner |
| Nameplate Capacity | 5.7 MW |
| Nameplate Power Factor | 0.8 |
| Summer Capacity | 5.52 MW |
| Winter Capacity | 5.52 MW |
| Minimum Load | 3.6 MW |
| Uprate/Derate Completed | No |
| Status | Operating |
| First Operation Date | May 2002 |
|---|---|
| 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 | 12H |
| Multiple Fuels | No |
| Cofire Fuels | No |
| Switch Between Oil And Natural Gas | No |
Generator GE12 Details Operating May 2002
| Technology | Natural Gas Internal Combustion Engine |
|---|---|
| Prime Mover | Internal Combustion Engine |
| Ownership | Single Owner |
| Nameplate Capacity | 5.7 MW |
| Nameplate Power Factor | 0.8 |
| Summer Capacity | 5.52 MW |
| Winter Capacity | 5.52 MW |
| Minimum Load | 3.6 MW |
| Uprate/Derate Completed | No |
| Status | Operating |
| First Operation Date | May 2002 |
|---|---|
| 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 | 12H |
| Multiple Fuels | No |
| Cofire Fuels | No |
| Switch Between Oil And Natural Gas | No |
Generator GE13 Details Operating May 2002
| Technology | Natural Gas Internal Combustion Engine |
|---|---|
| Prime Mover | Internal Combustion Engine |
| Ownership | Single Owner |
| Nameplate Capacity | 5.7 MW |
| Nameplate Power Factor | 0.8 |
| Summer Capacity | 5.52 MW |
| Winter Capacity | 5.52 MW |
| Minimum Load | 3.6 MW |
| Uprate/Derate Completed | No |
| Status | Operating |
| First Operation Date | May 2002 |
|---|---|
| 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 | 12H |
| Multiple Fuels | No |
| Cofire Fuels | No |
| Switch Between Oil And Natural Gas | No |
Generator GE14 Details Operating May 2002
| Technology | Natural Gas Internal Combustion Engine |
|---|---|
| Prime Mover | Internal Combustion Engine |
| Ownership | Single Owner |
| Nameplate Capacity | 5.7 MW |
| Nameplate Power Factor | 0.8 |
| Summer Capacity | 5.52 MW |
| Winter Capacity | 5.52 MW |
| Minimum Load | 3.6 MW |
| Uprate/Derate Completed | No |
| Status | Operating |
| First Operation Date | May 2002 |
|---|---|
| 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 | 12H |
| Multiple Fuels | No |
| Cofire Fuels | No |
| Switch Between Oil And Natural Gas | No |
Generator GE15 Details Operating May 2002
| Technology | Natural Gas Internal Combustion Engine |
|---|---|
| Prime Mover | Internal Combustion Engine |
| Ownership | Single Owner |
| Nameplate Capacity | 5.7 MW |
| Nameplate Power Factor | 0.8 |
| Summer Capacity | 5.52 MW |
| Winter Capacity | 5.52 MW |
| Minimum Load | 3.6 MW |
| Uprate/Derate Completed | No |
| Status | Operating |
| First Operation Date | May 2002 |
|---|---|
| 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 | 12H |
| Multiple Fuels | No |
| Cofire Fuels | No |
| Switch Between Oil And Natural Gas | No |
Generator GE16 Details Operating May 2002
| Technology | Natural Gas Internal Combustion Engine |
|---|---|
| Prime Mover | Internal Combustion Engine |
| Ownership | Single Owner |
| Nameplate Capacity | 5.7 MW |
| Nameplate Power Factor | 0.8 |
| Summer Capacity | 5.52 MW |
| Winter Capacity | 5.52 MW |
| Minimum Load | 3.6 MW |
| Uprate/Derate Completed | No |
| Status | Operating |
| First Operation Date | May 2002 |
|---|---|
| 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 | 12H |
| Multiple Fuels | No |
| Cofire Fuels | No |
| Switch Between Oil And Natural Gas | No |
Generator GE17 Details Operating May 2002
| Technology | Natural Gas Internal Combustion Engine |
|---|---|
| Prime Mover | Internal Combustion Engine |
| Ownership | Single Owner |
| Nameplate Capacity | 5.7 MW |
| Nameplate Power Factor | 0.8 |
| Summer Capacity | 5.52 MW |
| Winter Capacity | 5.52 MW |
| Minimum Load | 3.6 MW |
| Uprate/Derate Completed | No |
| Status | Operating |
| First Operation Date | May 2002 |
|---|---|
| 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 | 12H |
| Multiple Fuels | No |
| Cofire Fuels | No |
| Switch Between Oil And Natural Gas | No |
Generator GE18 Details Operating May 2002
| Technology | Natural Gas Internal Combustion Engine |
|---|---|
| Prime Mover | Internal Combustion Engine |
| Ownership | Single Owner |
| Nameplate Capacity | 5.7 MW |
| Nameplate Power Factor | 0.8 |
| Summer Capacity | 5.52 MW |
| Winter Capacity | 5.52 MW |
| Minimum Load | 3.6 MW |
| Uprate/Derate Completed | No |
| Status | Operating |
| First Operation Date | May 2002 |
|---|---|
| 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 | 12H |
| Multiple Fuels | No |
| Cofire Fuels | No |
| Switch Between Oil And Natural Gas | No |
Generator GE19 Details Operating May 2002
| Technology | Natural Gas Internal Combustion Engine |
|---|---|
| Prime Mover | Internal Combustion Engine |
| Ownership | Single Owner |
| Nameplate Capacity | 5.7 MW |
| Nameplate Power Factor | 0.8 |
| Summer Capacity | 5.52 MW |
| Winter Capacity | 5.52 MW |
| Minimum Load | 3.6 MW |
| Uprate/Derate Completed | No |
| Status | Operating |
| First Operation Date | May 2002 |
|---|---|
| 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 | 12H |
| Multiple Fuels | No |
| Cofire Fuels | No |
| Switch Between Oil And Natural Gas | No |
Generator GE20 Details Operating May 2002
| Technology | Natural Gas Internal Combustion Engine |
|---|---|
| Prime Mover | Internal Combustion Engine |
| Ownership | Single Owner |
| Nameplate Capacity | 5.7 MW |
| Nameplate Power Factor | 0.8 |
| Summer Capacity | 5.52 MW |
| Winter Capacity | 5.52 MW |
| Minimum Load | 3.6 MW |
| Uprate/Derate Completed | No |
| Status | Operating |
| First Operation Date | May 2002 |
|---|---|
| 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 | 12H |
| Multiple Fuels | No |
| Cofire Fuels | No |
| Switch Between Oil And Natural Gas | No |
Generator GEN1 Details Operating May 2002
| Technology | Natural Gas Internal Combustion Engine |
|---|---|
| Prime Mover | Internal Combustion Engine |
| Ownership | Single Owner |
| Nameplate Capacity | 5.7 MW |
| Nameplate Power Factor | 0.8 |
| Summer Capacity | 5.52 MW |
| Winter Capacity | 5.52 MW |
| Minimum Load | 3.6 MW |
| Uprate/Derate Completed | No |
| Status | Operating |
| First Operation Date | May 2002 |
|---|---|
| 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 | 12H |
| Multiple Fuels | No |
| Cofire Fuels | No |
| Switch Between Oil And Natural Gas | No |
Generator GEN2 Details Operating May 2002
| Technology | Natural Gas Internal Combustion Engine |
|---|---|
| Prime Mover | Internal Combustion Engine |
| Ownership | Single Owner |
| Nameplate Capacity | 5.7 MW |
| Nameplate Power Factor | 0.8 |
| Summer Capacity | 5.52 MW |
| Winter Capacity | 5.52 MW |
| Minimum Load | 3.6 MW |
| Uprate/Derate Completed | No |
| Status | Operating |
| First Operation Date | May 2002 |
|---|---|
| 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 | 12H |
| Multiple Fuels | No |
| Cofire Fuels | No |
| Switch Between Oil And Natural Gas | No |
Generator GEN3 Details Operating May 2002
| Technology | Natural Gas Internal Combustion Engine |
|---|---|
| Prime Mover | Internal Combustion Engine |
| Ownership | Single Owner |
| Nameplate Capacity | 5.7 MW |
| Nameplate Power Factor | 0.8 |
| Summer Capacity | 5.52 MW |
| Winter Capacity | 5.52 MW |
| Minimum Load | 3.6 MW |
| Uprate/Derate Completed | No |
| Status | Operating |
| First Operation Date | May 2002 |
|---|---|
| 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 | 12H |
| Multiple Fuels | No |
| Cofire Fuels | No |
| Switch Between Oil And Natural Gas | No |
Generator GEN4 Details Operating May 2002
| Technology | Natural Gas Internal Combustion Engine |
|---|---|
| Prime Mover | Internal Combustion Engine |
| Ownership | Single Owner |
| Nameplate Capacity | 5.7 MW |
| Nameplate Power Factor | 0.8 |
| Summer Capacity | 5.52 MW |
| Winter Capacity | 5.52 MW |
| Minimum Load | 3.6 MW |
| Uprate/Derate Completed | No |
| Status | Operating |
| First Operation Date | May 2002 |
|---|---|
| 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 | 12H |
| Multiple Fuels | No |
| Cofire Fuels | No |
| Switch Between Oil And Natural Gas | No |
Generator GEN5 Details Operating May 2002
| Technology | Natural Gas Internal Combustion Engine |
|---|---|
| Prime Mover | Internal Combustion Engine |
| Ownership | Single Owner |
| Nameplate Capacity | 5.7 MW |
| Nameplate Power Factor | 0.8 |
| Summer Capacity | 5.52 MW |
| Winter Capacity | 5.52 MW |
| Minimum Load | 3.6 MW |
| Uprate/Derate Completed | No |
| Status | Operating |
| First Operation Date | May 2002 |
|---|---|
| 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 | 12H |
| Multiple Fuels | No |
| Cofire Fuels | No |
| Switch Between Oil And Natural Gas | No |
Generator GEN6 Details Operating May 2002
| Technology | Natural Gas Internal Combustion Engine |
|---|---|
| Prime Mover | Internal Combustion Engine |
| Ownership | Single Owner |
| Nameplate Capacity | 5.7 MW |
| Nameplate Power Factor | 0.8 |
| Summer Capacity | 5.52 MW |
| Winter Capacity | 5.52 MW |
| Minimum Load | 3.6 MW |
| Uprate/Derate Completed | No |
| Status | Operating |
| First Operation Date | May 2002 |
|---|---|
| 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 | 12H |
| Multiple Fuels | No |
| Cofire Fuels | No |
| Switch Between Oil And Natural Gas | No |
Generator GEN7 Details Operating May 2002
| Technology | Natural Gas Internal Combustion Engine |
|---|---|
| Prime Mover | Internal Combustion Engine |
| Ownership | Single Owner |
| Nameplate Capacity | 5.7 MW |
| Nameplate Power Factor | 0.8 |
| Summer Capacity | 5.52 MW |
| Winter Capacity | 5.52 MW |
| Minimum Load | 3.6 MW |
| Uprate/Derate Completed | No |
| Status | Operating |
| First Operation Date | May 2002 |
|---|---|
| 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 | 12H |
| Multiple Fuels | No |
| Cofire Fuels | No |
| Switch Between Oil And Natural Gas | No |
Generator GEN8 Details Operating May 2002
| Technology | Natural Gas Internal Combustion Engine |
|---|---|
| Prime Mover | Internal Combustion Engine |
| Ownership | Single Owner |
| Nameplate Capacity | 5.7 MW |
| Nameplate Power Factor | 0.8 |
| Summer Capacity | 5.52 MW |
| Winter Capacity | 5.52 MW |
| Minimum Load | 3.6 MW |
| Uprate/Derate Completed | No |
| Status | Operating |
| First Operation Date | May 2002 |
|---|---|
| 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 | 12H |
| Multiple Fuels | No |
| Cofire Fuels | No |
| Switch Between Oil And Natural Gas | No |
Generator GEN9 Details Operating May 2002
| Technology | Natural Gas Internal Combustion Engine |
|---|---|
| Prime Mover | Internal Combustion Engine |
| Ownership | Single Owner |
| Nameplate Capacity | 5.7 MW |
| Nameplate Power Factor | 0.8 |
| Summer Capacity | 5.52 MW |
| Winter Capacity | 5.52 MW |
| Minimum Load | 3.6 MW |
| Uprate/Derate Completed | No |
| Status | Operating |
| First Operation Date | May 2002 |
|---|---|
| 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 | 12H |
| Multiple Fuels | No |
| Cofire Fuels | No |
| Switch Between Oil And Natural Gas | No |
Plains End Plant Owners
| Owner Name | Address | Generator | Ownership | We couldn't locate any owners for this plant |
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