Bob Glanzer Generating Station

Bob Glanzer Generating Station is a 69 MW natural gas power plant in Beadle County, South Dakota, operated by NorthWestern Energy - (SD). EIA-860M lists 6 generating units here, inside SPP. Its units entered service in 2022.

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
69 MW
55.2 MW net summer
Generating units
6
In service
2022
EIA plant ID
65295

Where it is

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County
Beadle County, South Dakota
Coordinates
44.3695, -98.1722
Balancing authority
SWPP
Sector
Electric Utility

Units, technology and status

Operator of record
NorthWestern Energy - (SD)
Primary energy source
Natural gas
Technologies
Natural Gas Internal Combustion Engine
Status
Operating

Every plant NorthWestern Energy - (SD) reports to EIA →

Bob Glanzer Generating Station: FAQ

Where is Bob Glanzer Generating Station?
In Beadle County, South Dakota (SD). 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 Bob Glanzer Generating Station?
69 MW of nameplate capacity across 6 units, as of the EIA-860M release for 2026-07.
Who owns Bob Glanzer Generating Station?
EIA-860M names NorthWestern Energy - (SD) 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 Bob Glanzer Generating Station LLC?
Probably, but EIA-860M does not say. The survey records a plant name and a reporting entity — NorthWestern Energy - (SD) 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 "Bob Glanzer Generating Station LLC" usually means this site. This page shows only what EIA files, and does not assert a corporate structure it cannot see.
Is Bob Glanzer Generating Station still running?
EIA-860M files it as "Operating" for 2026-07. Statuses change monthly, and this page follows the monthly release.