Where is LCEC Generation LLVC?

In Lea County, New Mexico (NM). 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 LCEC Generation LLVC?

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

Who owns LCEC Generation LLVC?

EIA-860M names Western Farmers Elec Coop, Inc 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 LCEC Generation LLVC LLC?

Probably, but EIA-860M does not say. The survey records a plant name and a reporting entity — Western Farmers Elec Coop, Inc 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 "LCEC Generation LLVC LLC" usually means this site. This page shows only what EIA files, and does not assert a corporate structure it cannot see.

Is LCEC Generation LLVC still running?

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

LCEC Generation LLVC

LCEC Generation LLVC is a 47 MW natural gas power plant in Lea County, New Mexico, operated by Western Farmers Elec Coop, Inc. EIA-860M lists 5 generating units here, inside SPP. Its units entered service in 2012.

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: 46.5 MW; 43.5 MW net summer
Generating units: 5
In service: 2012
EIA plant ID: 57872

Where it is

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County: Lea County, New Mexico
Coordinates: 32.9781, -103.3239
Balancing authority: SWPP
Sector: Electric Utility

Units, technology and status

Operator of record: Western Farmers Elec Coop, Inc
Primary energy source: Natural gas
Technologies: Natural Gas Internal Combustion Engine
Status: Operating

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LCEC Generation LLVC: FAQ

Where is LCEC Generation LLVC?: In Lea County, New Mexico (NM). 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 LCEC Generation LLVC?: 47 MW of nameplate capacity across 5 units, as of the EIA-860M release for 2026-07.
Who owns LCEC Generation LLVC?: EIA-860M names Western Farmers Elec Coop, Inc 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 LCEC Generation LLVC LLC?: Probably, but EIA-860M does not say. The survey records a plant name and a reporting entity — Western Farmers Elec Coop, Inc 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 "LCEC Generation LLVC LLC" usually means this site. This page shows only what EIA files, and does not assert a corporate structure it cannot see.
Is LCEC Generation LLVC still running?: EIA-860M files it as "Operating" for 2026-07. Statuses change monthly, and this page follows the monthly release.