Phelps Dodge Refining

Phelps Dodge Refining is a 20 MW natural gas power plant in El Paso County, Texas, operated by Phelps Dodge Refining Corp. EIA-860M lists 5 generating units here. Its units entered service between 1986 and 1992.

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
19.6 MW
14.8 MW net summer
Generating units
5
In service
1986–1992
EIA plant ID
54628

Where it is

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County
El Paso County, Texas
Coordinates
31.7645, -106.3913
Balancing authority
EPE
Sector
Industrial CHP

Units, technology and status

Operator of record
Phelps Dodge Refining Corp
Primary energy source
Natural gas
Technologies
Natural Gas Fired Combustion Turbine
Status
Operating (3) · Out of service and NOT expected to return to service in next calendar year (2)

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Phelps Dodge Refining: FAQ

Where is Phelps Dodge Refining?
In El Paso County, Texas (TX). 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 Phelps Dodge Refining?
20 MW of nameplate capacity across 5 units, as of the EIA-860M release for 2026-07.
Who owns Phelps Dodge Refining?
EIA-860M names Phelps Dodge Refining Corp 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 Phelps Dodge Refining LLC?
Probably, but EIA-860M does not say. The survey records a plant name and a reporting entity — Phelps Dodge Refining Corp 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 "Phelps Dodge Refining LLC" usually means this site. This page shows only what EIA files, and does not assert a corporate structure it cannot see.
Is Phelps Dodge Refining still running?
EIA-860M files it as "Operating" for 2026-07. Statuses change monthly, and this page follows the monthly release.