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Minnesota River

The Minnesota River Gas Turbine Plant, located in Chaska, Minnesota, operates under the Midwest Reliability Organization and has an operating capacity of 39 MW. This regulated facility is managed by NAES Corporation and is primarily fueled by gas. The City of Chaska Minnesota holds majority ownership, with the plant serving as a key power source for the Midcontinent Independent System Operator. The primary power purchaser is the Minnesota Municipal Power Agency, ensuring reliable energy supply for the region.

Tech Type:

Gas Turbine

Plant Operator:

NAES Corporation

Regulatory Status:

Regulated

Owner:

City of Chaska Minnesota

NERC Region Code:

Midwest Reliability Organization

Power Control Area:

Midcontinent Independent System Operator

Connected Utility:

Midwest Reliability Organization

Water Source:

City Of Chaska

Operating Capacity (MW):

Year First Unit in Service:

2001

Fuel Type:

Gas

Co-fired/Fuel-switching Units?:

Energy Storage Duration (hours):

Energy Storage Capacity (MWh):

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