Jim Bridger
35 Miles East of Rock Springs, Point of Rocks, WY 82942Plant Summary Information
Jim Bridger is ranked #12 out of 132 coal plants nationwide in terms of total annual net electricity generation.
Jim Bridger is comprised of 4 generators and generated 2.4 TWh during the 3-month period between May 2024 to August 2024.
| Plant Name | Jim Bridger |
|---|---|
| Utility Name | PacifiCorp |
| Location | Sweetwater County, WY |
| Initial Operation Date | November 1974 |
| Last Update | Aug 2024 |
| Annual Generation | 8.4 TWh |
| Annual Consumption | 102.2 M MMBtu |
| Ranked #92 out of 11,835 Power Plants Nationwide | |
| Ranked #12 out of 132 Subbituminous Coal Power Plants Nationwide | |
| Ranked #1 out of 69 Wyoming Power Plants | |
| Ranked #2 out of 11 Wyoming Subbituminous Coal Power Plants | |
| Fuel Types | Subbituminous Coal : 80.2% Natural Gas : 19.8% |
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Monthly Net Generation for Jim Bridger
Jim Bridger Details
| Summary Information | |
|---|---|
| Plant Name | Jim Bridger (8066) |
| Plant Address | 35 Miles East of Rock Springs, Point of Rocks, WY 82942 |
| Utility | PacifiCorp (14354) |
| Latitude, Longitude | 41.7378, -108.7875 |
| Generation Dates on File | Jan 2001 to Aug 2024 |
| Initial Operation Date | November 1974 |
| Annual Generation | 8.4 TWh |
| Fuel Types | Subbituminous Coal : 80.2% Natural Gas : 19.8% |
| 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 | WECC |
| Balancing Authority | PacifiCorp - East (PACE) |
| NAICS Code | Utilities (22) |
| Sector | Electric Utility (1) |
| Water Source | Green River |
| Ash Impoundment | No |
| Transmission / Distribution Owner | PacifiCorp (14354) WY |
| Grid Voltage | 345.00 kV |
| Energy Storage | No |
Generator 1 Details Operating November 1974
| Technology | Conventional Steam Coal |
|---|---|
| Prime Mover | Steam Turbine |
| Ownership | Jointly Owned |
| Nameplate Capacity | 577.9 MW |
| Nameplate Power Factor | 0.95 |
| Summer Capacity | 531 MW |
| Winter Capacity | 531 MW |
| Minimum Load | 50 MW |
| Uprate/Derate Completed | No |
| Status | Operating |
| First Operation Date | November 1974 |
| Planned Retirement | December 2037 |
| Combined Heat & Power | No |
|---|---|
| Sector Name | Electric Utility (1) |
| Energy Source | Subbituminous Coal |
| Startup Source | Distillate Fuel Oil |
| Solid Fuel Gasification | No |
| Time From Cold Shutdown To Full Load | OVER |
| Pulverized Coal Technology | Yes |
| Subcritical Technology | Yes |
| Other Planned Modifications | Yes |
| Other Modifications | December 2025 |
| Multiple Fuels | No |
Generator 2 Details Operating December 1975
| Technology | Conventional Steam Coal |
|---|---|
| Prime Mover | Steam Turbine |
| Ownership | Jointly Owned |
| Nameplate Capacity | 586.2 MW |
| Nameplate Power Factor | 0.95 |
| Summer Capacity | 539 MW |
| Winter Capacity | 539 MW |
| Minimum Load | 40 MW |
| Uprate/Derate Completed | No |
| Status | Operating |
| First Operation Date | December 1975 |
| Planned Retirement | December 2037 |
| Combined Heat & Power | No |
|---|---|
| Sector Name | Electric Utility (1) |
| Energy Source | Subbituminous Coal |
| Startup Source | Distillate Fuel Oil |
| Solid Fuel Gasification | No |
| Time From Cold Shutdown To Full Load | OVER |
| Pulverized Coal Technology | Yes |
| Subcritical Technology | Yes |
| Other Planned Modifications | Yes |
| Other Modifications | December 2025 |
| Multiple Fuels | No |
Generator 3 Details Operating September 1976
| Technology | Conventional Steam Coal |
|---|---|
| Prime Mover | Steam Turbine |
| Ownership | Jointly Owned |
| Nameplate Capacity | 577.9 MW |
| Nameplate Power Factor | 0.95 |
| Summer Capacity | 523 MW |
| Winter Capacity | 523 MW |
| Minimum Load | 65 MW |
| Uprate/Derate Completed | No |
| Status | Operating |
| First Operation Date | September 1976 |
| Planned Retirement | December 2037 |
|---|---|
| Combined Heat & Power | No |
| Sector Name | Electric Utility (1) |
| Energy Source | Subbituminous Coal |
| Startup Source | Distillate Fuel Oil |
| Solid Fuel Gasification | No |
| Time From Cold Shutdown To Full Load | OVER |
| Pulverized Coal Technology | Yes |
| Subcritical Technology | Yes |
| Multiple Fuels | No |
Generator 4 Details Operating November 1979
| Technology | Conventional Steam Coal |
|---|---|
| Prime Mover | Steam Turbine |
| Ownership | Jointly Owned |
| Nameplate Capacity | 584 MW |
| Nameplate Power Factor | 0.96 |
| Summer Capacity | 526 MW |
| Winter Capacity | 526 MW |
| Minimum Load | 65 MW |
| Uprate/Derate Completed | No |
| Status | Operating |
| First Operation Date | November 1979 |
| Planned Retirement | December 2037 |
|---|---|
| Combined Heat & Power | No |
| Sector Name | Electric Utility (1) |
| Energy Source | Subbituminous Coal |
| Startup Source | Distillate Fuel Oil |
| Solid Fuel Gasification | No |
| Time From Cold Shutdown To Full Load | OVER |
| Pulverized Coal Technology | Yes |
| Subcritical Technology | Yes |
| Multiple Fuels | No |
Jim Bridger Plant Owners
| Owner Name | Address | Generator | Ownership |
|---|---|---|---|
| Idaho Power Co | 1221 W. Idaho Street, Boise, ID 83702 | Generator 1 | 33.33% |
| PacifiCorp | 825 NE Multnomah, Suite 600, Portland, OR 97232 | Generator 1 | 66.67% |
| Idaho Power Co | 1221 W. Idaho Street, Boise, ID 83702 | Generator 2 | 33.33% |
| PacifiCorp | 825 NE Multnomah, Suite 600, Portland, OR 97232 | Generator 2 | 66.67% |
| Idaho Power Co | 1221 W. Idaho Street, Boise, ID 83702 | Generator 3 | 33.33% |
| PacifiCorp | 825 NE Multnomah, Suite 600, Portland, OR 97232 | Generator 3 | 66.67% |
| Idaho Power Co | 1221 W. Idaho Street, Boise, ID 83702 | Generator 4 | 33.33% |
| PacifiCorp | 825 NE Multnomah, Suite 600, Portland, OR 97232 | Generator 4 | 66.67% |
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