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Lamar Plant

The Lamar Plant, located in Lamar, Colorado, operates within the Western Electricity Coordinating Council (WECC) region. This facility utilizes wind turbine technology to generate an operating capacity of 5.5 megawatts (MW). The plant is managed by the Lamar City of Colorado and is regulated under applicable industry standards. The primary owner of the plant is also the Lamar City of Colorado, which holds the majority stake. Additionally, the Arkansas River Power Authority is recognized as another owner of the facility. The plant contributes to the renewable energy landscape by harnessing wind as its fuel source.

Tech Type:

Wind Turbine

Plant Operator:

Lamar City of CO

Regulatory Status:

Regulated

Owner:

Lamar City of CO

NERC Region Code:

Western Electricity Coordinating Council

Power Control Area:

Public Service Company of Colorado

Connected Utility:

Western Electricity Coordinating Council

Water Source:

Wells

Operating Capacity (MW):

5.5

Year First Unit in Service:

2004

Fuel Type:

Wind

Co-fired/Fuel-switching Units?:

Energy Storage Duration (hours):

Energy Storage Capacity (MWh):

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