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Ranking as the 1346th largest power generation facility in the United States, the White Creek Wind Farm plays a modest yet essential role in the nation's energy landscape. With a capacity of 204 MW, this wind farm is notable for being the 119th largest wind facility among the 1142 wind plants across the country. Commissioned in 2007 and operated by White Creek Wind 1 LLC, it contributes approximately 0.01% to the total national capacity of 1,386,385 MW, which is predominantly fueled by natural gas. This wind farm utilizes advanced turbine technology to harness the region's wind resources effectively, showcasing the potential of renewable energy in a market still heavily reliant on fossil fuels. Positioned near a cluster of significant energy facilities, including the John Day hydroelectric plant with a capacity of 2160 MW and the Biglow Canyon Wind Farm, which boasts 449.7 MW, White Creek Wind Farm is part of a strategic energy corridor that enhances grid stability and sustainability. Other nearby wind projects such as Klondike Windpower III (297.5 MW), Horseshoe Bend Wind LLC (290 MW), and South Hurlburt Wind LLC (290 MW) collectively highlight an emerging landscape of renewable energy sources in the area. Despite its relatively small share of the national capacity, White Creek Wind Farm exemplifies the growing trend of wind energy adoption in the U.S., contributing to a cleaner energy future and reducing reliance on conventional fuels. The facility's operation aligns with national goals for increasing renewable energy production, emphasizing its significance within the regional and national context. As the demand for sustainable energy solutions continues to rise, the contributions of facilities like White Creek Wind Farm will be pivotal in advancing the shift toward greener energy alternatives.

Capacity
204 MW
Commissioning Year
2007

19 years old

Owner
White Creek Wind 1 LLC
Location
45.8155°, -120.3419°

United States of America, North America

Context & rankings
  • 1,397. largest of 10,098 plants in United States of America
  • #7,327 worldwide by installed capacity
  • #248 of 5,731 Wind plants worldwide
  • 0.01% of the installed capacity of United States of America
Age & fleet comparison

19 years in operation

Wind fleet average: 14.4 years

Operator portfolio

White Creek Wind 1 LLC operates 1 plants totalling 204 MW

Regional density

63 plants within 100 km, 13,342 MW combined

Nearest plant: Harvest Wind Project (0.5 km)

Location

Coordinates:: 45.815500, -120.341900
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Carbon Footprint

Zero Direct Emissions

White Creek Wind Farm is a wind power plant producing approximately 536 GWh of clean electricity per year with zero direct CO₂ emissions during operation.

Lifecycle emissions: ~11 g CO₂/kWh (manufacturing, transport, decommissioning)

Technical Details

Primary Fuel Type
Wind
Energy Source
Renewable
Country
United States of America
Continent
North America
Data Source
Global Power Plant Database

United States of AmericaEnergy Profile

10,098
Total Plants
1420.7 GW
Total Capacity
GasCoalNuclearWind
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