| TB Flats I & II Wind Farm | |
|---|---|
| Country | United States |
| Location | Wyoming |
| Coordinates | 42°11′36.7″N 106°7′15.4″W / 42.193528°N 106.120944°W / 42.193528; -106.120944 |
| Status | Operational |
| Construction began | 2019 |
| Commission date | 2021 |
| Owner | PacifiCorp |
| Wind farm | |
| Type | Onshore |
| Hub height | 80-82 m |
| Rotor diameter | 110-136 m |
| Power generation | |
| Nameplate capacity | 301.1 MW |
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TB Flats I & II Wind Farm is a 301.1-megawatt onshore wind farm located in Carbon County and Albany County, Wyoming, United States. The project was developed by Invenergy and later transferred to PacifiCorp as part of their Energy Vision 2020 initiative. It comprises 132 turbines manufactured by Vestas, specifically the V110-2.0 MW and V136-4.3 MW models.
Substation and transmission
The Aeolus substation near Medicine Bow serves as a critical connection point for TB Flats I & II, linking the wind farm to the broader PacifiCorp transmission grid. PacifiCorp’s Gateway South transmission project facilitates the delivery of wind-generated power to neighboring states.
Economic and environmental impact
The construction and operation of TB Flats I & II created between 1,100 and 1,600 jobs during the development phase and is expected to generate approximately $120 million in tax revenue over its lifetime. The wind farm contributes to diversifying Wyoming’s economy while providing clean, renewable energy capable of powering more than 100,000 homes annually.
Development and construction
The development of TB Flats I & II began under Invenergy in 2019. Construction was completed in 2020, with the farm becoming operational in 2021. The wind farm consists of three sections:
| Part | County | Turbine Model | Number of Turbines | Unit Power | Total Power | Rotor Diameter | Hub Height |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Part 1 | Carbon, Albany | Vestas V110/2000 | 28 | 2 MW | 56 MW | 110 m | 80-82 m |
| Part 2 | Vestas V136/4000-4200 | 47 | 4 MW | 202.1 MW | 136 m | ||
| Part 3 | Vestas V136/4000-4200 | 57 | 4 MW | 245.1 MW | 136 m |
Energy production
| Year | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Annual Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 73,457 | 163,903 | 205,908 | 443,268 |
| 2022 | 175,066 | 179,232 | 144,418 | 160,605 | 119,589 | 86,417 | 62,146 | 55,642 | 63,942 | 95,795 | 141,891 | 204,243 | 1,488,986 |
| 2023 | 151,082 | 144,760 | 126,643 | 129,048 | 81,060 | 70,709 | 64,374 | 73,547 | 73,811 | 86,982 | 170,857 | 143,895 | 1,316,768 |
| 2024 | 131,988 | 132,410 | 140,130 | 122,550 | 122,272 | 126,773 | 63,755 | 88,736 | 59,621 | 71,421 | — | — | 1,059,656 |
See also
References
- ^ Ariana Fine (July 29, 2021). "PacifiCorp's TB Flats Wind Farm is Fully Operational". North American Windpower. Retrieved January 14, 2025.
- ^ "United States Wind Turbine Database Viewer". United States Geological Survey. Retrieved January 14, 2025.
- Nicole Pollack (October 2022). "Wyoming Wind Generation Doubled in Two Years - And More Is on the Horizon". Casper Star-Tribune. Retrieved January 14, 2025.
- ^ The Associated Press (August 26, 2021). "Utility Completes Wind Power Surge With Wyoming Projects". Buckrail. Retrieved January 14, 2025.
- "1.5M-Pound Trailers Haul Transformers To Huge New Wyoming Wind Substation". Cowboy State Daily. August 2, 2024. Retrieved January 14, 2025.
- "Electricity Data Browser - Plant 62516". U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA). Retrieved January 14, 2025.
- Uprated turbines
- "Electricity Data Browser - Plant 62516". U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA). Retrieved January 14, 2025.