Where is Central Michigan University?

In Isabella County, Michigan (MI). The map on this page is placed at the coordinates EIA files for the plant, which locate the site rather than any individual unit.

How big is Central Michigan University?

5 MW of nameplate capacity across 2 units, as of the EIA-860M release for 2026-07.

Who owns Central Michigan University?

EIA-860M names Central Michigan University as the reporting entity. That is the operator of record on the survey, which is not always the ultimate owner.

Is this the same as Central Michigan University LLC?

Probably, but EIA-860M does not say. The survey records a plant name and a reporting entity — Central Michigan University here — not the project company that holds the asset. Project companies are commonly registered as an LLC carrying the plant's name, so a search for "Central Michigan University LLC" usually means this site. This page shows only what EIA files, and does not assert a corporate structure it cannot see.

Is Central Michigan University still running?

EIA-860M files it as "Operating" for 2026-07. Statuses change monthly, and this page follows the monthly release.

Central Michigan University

Central Michigan University is a 5 MW natural gas power plant in Isabella County, Michigan, operated by Central Michigan University. EIA-860M lists 2 generating units here, inside MISO. Its units entered service between 1987 and 1990.

As of 2026-07 (inventory dated 2026-07-31) · EIA-860M Preliminary Monthly Electric Generator Inventory · eia.gov/…/july_generator2026.xlsx · eia.gov/…/eia860m

Nameplate capacity: 4.8 MW; 4.2 MW net summer
Generating units: 2
In service: 1987–1990
EIA plant ID: 56190

Where it is

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County: Isabella County, Michigan
Coordinates: 43.5905, -84.779
Balancing authority: MISO
Sector: Commercial CHP

Units, technology and status

Operator of record: Central Michigan University
Primary energy source: Natural gas
Technologies: Natural Gas Fired Combustion Turbine, Natural Gas Steam Turbine
Status: Operating

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Central Michigan University: FAQ

Where is Central Michigan University?: In Isabella County, Michigan (MI). The map on this page is placed at the coordinates EIA files for the plant, which locate the site rather than any individual unit.
How big is Central Michigan University?: 5 MW of nameplate capacity across 2 units, as of the EIA-860M release for 2026-07.
Who owns Central Michigan University?: EIA-860M names Central Michigan University as the reporting entity. That is the operator of record on the survey, which is not always the ultimate owner.
Is this the same as Central Michigan University LLC?: Probably, but EIA-860M does not say. The survey records a plant name and a reporting entity — Central Michigan University here — not the project company that holds the asset. Project companies are commonly registered as an LLC carrying the plant's name, so a search for "Central Michigan University LLC" usually means this site. This page shows only what EIA files, and does not assert a corporate structure it cannot see.
Is Central Michigan University still running?: EIA-860M files it as "Operating" for 2026-07. Statuses change monthly, and this page follows the monthly release.