Forney Energy Center
13770 W US Hwy 80, Forney, TX 75126Plant Summary Information
Forney Energy Center is ranked #13 out of 2,254 natural gas power plants nationwide in terms of total annual net electricity generation.
Forney Energy Center is comprised of 8 generators and generated 3.2 TWh during the 3-month period between June 2024 to September 2024.
| Plant Name | Forney Energy Center |
|---|---|
| Utility Name | LaFrontera Holdings LLC |
| Location | Kaufman County, TX |
| Initial Operation Date | February 2003 |
| Last Update | Sep 2024 |
| Annual Generation | 9.9 TWh |
| Annual Consumption | 79.8 M MMBtu |
| Ranked #65 out of 11,852 Power Plants Nationwide | |
| Ranked #13 out of 2,254 Natural Gas Power Plants Nationwide | |
| Ranked #6 out of 754 Texas Power Plants | |
| Ranked #1 out of 304 Texas Natural Gas Power Plants | |
| Fuel Types | Natural Gas |
| Previous Operator |
FPLE Forney LP (2013 to 2015) LaFrontera Holdings LLC (2016 to 2023) |
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Forney Energy Center Details
| Summary Information | |
|---|---|
| Plant Name | Forney Energy Center (55480) |
| Plant Address | 13770 W US Hwy 80, Forney, TX 75126 |
| Utility | LaFrontera Holdings LLC (60477) |
| Latitude, Longitude | 32.7563, -96.4916 |
| Generation Dates on File | Aug 2003 to Sep 2024 |
| Initial Operation Date | February 2003 |
| Annual Generation | 9.9 TWh |
| 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 | 02-124-000 |
| Regulatory Information | |
|---|---|
| Regulatory Status | Non-Regulated |
| NERC Region | TRE |
| Balancing Authority | Electric Reliability Council of Texas, Inc. (ERCO) |
| NAICS Code | Utilities (22) |
| Sector | IPP Non-CHP (2) |
| Water Source | Duck Creek Water Treatment |
| Ash Impoundment | No |
| Transmission / Distribution Owner | Oncor Electric Delivery Company LLC (44372) TX |
| Grid Voltage | 345.00 kV |
| Energy Storage | No |
| Natural Gas Information | |
| Pipeline Name | KINDER MORGAN NORTH TEXAS PL |
| Natural Gas Storage | No |
| Liquefied Natural Gas Storage | No |
Generator U1 Details Operating February 2003
| Technology | Natural Gas Fired Combined Cycle |
|---|---|
| Prime Mover | Combined Cycle Combustion Turbine Part |
| Unit Code | BLK1 |
| Ownership | Single Owner |
| Can Bypass Heat Recovery Steam Generator | No |
| RTO ISO LMP Node Designation | FRNYPP_1_CCU |
| Nameplate Capacity | 188.2 MW |
| Nameplate Power Factor | 0.85 |
| Summer Capacity | 165 MW |
| Winter Capacity | 195 MW |
| Minimum Load | 90 MW |
| Uprate/Derate Completed | No |
| Status | Operating |
|---|---|
| First Operation Date | February 2003 |
| 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 U2 Details Operating February 2003
| Technology | Natural Gas Fired Combined Cycle |
|---|---|
| Prime Mover | Combined Cycle Combustion Turbine Part |
| Unit Code | BLK1 |
| Ownership | Single Owner |
| Can Bypass Heat Recovery Steam Generator | No |
| RTO ISO LMP Node Designation | FRNYPP_1_CCU |
| Nameplate Capacity | 188.2 MW |
| Nameplate Power Factor | 0.85 |
| Summer Capacity | 157 MW |
| Winter Capacity | 185 MW |
| Minimum Load | 90 MW |
| Uprate/Derate Completed | No |
| Status | Operating |
|---|---|
| First Operation Date | February 2003 |
| 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 U3 Details Operating February 2003
| Technology | Natural Gas Fired Combined Cycle |
|---|---|
| Prime Mover | Combined Cycle Combustion Turbine Part |
| Unit Code | BLK1 |
| Ownership | Single Owner |
| Can Bypass Heat Recovery Steam Generator | No |
| RTO ISO LMP Node Designation | FRNYPP_1_CCU |
| Nameplate Capacity | 188.2 MW |
| Nameplate Power Factor | 0.85 |
| Summer Capacity | 157 MW |
| Winter Capacity | 185 MW |
| Minimum Load | 90 MW |
| Uprate/Derate Completed | No |
| Status | Operating |
|---|---|
| First Operation Date | February 2003 |
| 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 ST1 Details Operating April 2003
| Technology | Natural Gas Fired Combined Cycle |
|---|---|
| Prime Mover | Combined Cycle Steam Part |
| Unit Code | BLK1 |
| Ownership | Single Owner |
| Duct Burners | Yes |
| RTO ISO LMP Node Designation | FRNYPP_1_CCU |
| Nameplate Capacity | 382.5 MW |
| Nameplate Power Factor | 0.85 |
| Summer Capacity | 406 MW |
| Winter Capacity | 418 MW |
| Minimum Load | 88 MW |
| Uprate/Derate Completed | No |
|---|---|
| Status | Operating |
| First Operation Date | April 2003 |
| 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 |
Generator U4 Details Operating May 2003
| Technology | Natural Gas Fired Combined Cycle |
|---|---|
| Prime Mover | Combined Cycle Combustion Turbine Part |
| Unit Code | BLK2 |
| Ownership | Single Owner |
| Can Bypass Heat Recovery Steam Generator | No |
| RTO ISO LMP Node Designation | FRNYPP_2_CCU |
| Nameplate Capacity | 188.2 MW |
| Nameplate Power Factor | 0.85 |
| Summer Capacity | 165 MW |
| Winter Capacity | 195 MW |
| Minimum Load | 90 MW |
| Uprate/Derate Completed | No |
|---|---|
| Status | Operating |
| First Operation Date | May 2003 |
| 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 |
Generator U5 Details Operating May 2003
| Technology | Natural Gas Fired Combined Cycle |
|---|---|
| Prime Mover | Combined Cycle Combustion Turbine Part |
| Unit Code | BLK2 |
| Ownership | Single Owner |
| Can Bypass Heat Recovery Steam Generator | No |
| RTO ISO LMP Node Designation | FRNYPP_2_CCU |
| Nameplate Capacity | 188.2 MW |
| Nameplate Power Factor | 0.85 |
| Summer Capacity | 157 MW |
| Winter Capacity | 185 MW |
| Minimum Load | 90 MW |
| Uprate/Derate Completed | No |
|---|---|
| Status | Operating |
| First Operation Date | May 2003 |
| Combined Heat & Power | No |
| Sector Name | IPP Non-CHP (2) |
| Energy Source | Natural Gas |
| Carbon Capture Technology | No |
| Time From Cold Shutdown To Full Load | 12H |
| Multiple Fuels | No |
| Cofire Fuels | No |
Generator U6 Details Operating May 2003
| Technology | Natural Gas Fired Combined Cycle |
|---|---|
| Prime Mover | Combined Cycle Combustion Turbine Part |
| Unit Code | BLK2 |
| Ownership | Single Owner |
| Can Bypass Heat Recovery Steam Generator | No |
| RTO ISO LMP Node Designation | FRNYPP_2_CCU |
| Nameplate Capacity | 188.2 MW |
| Nameplate Power Factor | 0.85 |
| Summer Capacity | 157 MW |
| Winter Capacity | 185 MW |
| Minimum Load | 90 MW |
| Uprate/Derate Completed | No |
|---|---|
| Status | Operating |
| First Operation Date | May 2003 |
| Combined Heat & Power | No |
| Sector Name | IPP Non-CHP (2) |
| Energy Source | Natural Gas |
| Carbon Capture Technology | No |
| Time From Cold Shutdown To Full Load | 12H |
| Multiple Fuels | No |
| Cofire Fuels | No |
Generator ST2 Details Operating July 2003
| Technology | Natural Gas Fired Combined Cycle |
|---|---|
| Prime Mover | Combined Cycle Steam Part |
| Unit Code | BLK2 |
| Ownership | Single Owner |
| Duct Burners | Yes |
| RTO ISO LMP Node Designation | FRNYPP_2_CCU |
| Nameplate Capacity | 382.5 MW |
| Nameplate Power Factor | 0.85 |
| Summer Capacity | 406 MW |
| Winter Capacity | 418 MW |
| Minimum Load | 88 MW |
| Uprate/Derate Completed | No |
|---|---|
| Status | Operating |
| First Operation Date | July 2003 |
| 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 |
Forney Energy Center Plant Owners
| Owner Name | Address | Generator | Ownership | We couldn't locate any owners for this plant |
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