Helzel & Schwarzhoff 86

Helzel & Schwarzhoff 86 is a 2 MW wind farm in Kern County, California, operated by Wind Stream Operations LLC. EIA-860M lists 1 generating unit here, inside CAISO. Its unit entered service in 1986.

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
2.4 MW
2.4 MW net summer
Generating units
1
In service
1986
EIA plant ID
56275

Where it is

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County
Kern County, California
Coordinates
35.0925, -118.3952
Balancing authority
CISO
Sector
IPP Non-CHP

Units, technology and status

Operator of record
Wind Stream Operations LLC
Primary energy source
Wind
Technologies
Onshore Wind Turbine
Status
Operating

Every plant Wind Stream Operations LLC reports to EIA →

Helzel & Schwarzhoff 86: FAQ

Where is Helzel & Schwarzhoff 86?
In Kern County, California (CA). 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 Helzel & Schwarzhoff 86?
2 MW of nameplate capacity across 1 unit, as of the EIA-860M release for 2026-07.
Who owns Helzel & Schwarzhoff 86?
EIA-860M names Wind Stream Operations LLC 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 Helzel & Schwarzhoff 86 LLC?
Probably, but EIA-860M does not say. The survey records a plant name and a reporting entity — Wind Stream Operations LLC 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 "Helzel & Schwarzhoff 86 LLC" usually means this site. This page shows only what EIA files, and does not assert a corporate structure it cannot see.
Is Helzel & Schwarzhoff 86 still running?
EIA-860M files it as "Operating" for 2026-07. Statuses change monthly, and this page follows the monthly release.