Buchanan Generation LLC
Buchanan Generation LLC is a 88 MW natural gas power plant in Buchanan County, Virginia, operated by Buchanan Generation, LLC. EIA-860M lists 2 generating units here, inside PJM. Its units entered service in 2002.
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
- 88 MW
- 84 MW net summer
- Generating units
- 2
- In service
- 2002
- EIA plant ID
- 55738
Where it is
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- County
- Buchanan County, Virginia
- Coordinates
- 37.1753, -81.9614
- Balancing authority
- PJM
- Sector
- IPP Non-CHP
Units, technology and status
- Operator of record
- Buchanan Generation, LLC
- Primary energy source
- Natural gas
- Technologies
- Natural Gas Fired Combustion Turbine
- Status
- Operating
Buchanan Generation LLC: FAQ
- Where is Buchanan Generation LLC?
- In Buchanan County, Virginia (VA). 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 Buchanan Generation LLC?
- 88 MW of nameplate capacity across 2 units, as of the EIA-860M release for 2026-07.
- Who owns Buchanan Generation LLC?
- EIA-860M names Buchanan Generation, LLC as the reporting entity. That is the operator of record on the survey, which is not always the ultimate owner.
- Is Buchanan Generation LLC still running?
- EIA-860M files it as "Operating" for 2026-07. Statuses change monthly, and this page follows the monthly release.