PowerPlantFactsEvidence report · prepared 2 September 2026https://powerplantfacts.com/entity/1464
EIA plant 1464
Jarreau · Pointe Coupee · LA
Big Cajun 1
Operated by Louisiana Generating LLC
Published location
Where is Big Cajun 1?
This locator uses the coordinates in the approved source record. It shows geographic context, not a site boundary, safety zone or property-risk area.
30.673900, -91.355600
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Capacity is not generation. Nameplate MW describes equipment; annual MWh describes recorded output. Proposed and retired units are not added to operating capacity.
2024 monthly net generation
| Month | Net generation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 8,799 MWh |
| 2 | 4,725 MWh |
| 3 | 5,070 MWh |
| 4 | 8,302 MWh |
| 5 | 11,980 MWh |
| 6 | 14,882 MWh |
| 7 | 18,397 MWh |
| 8 | 26,968 MWh |
| 9 | 22,411 MWh |
| 10 | 12,532 MWh |
| 11 | 11,551 MWh |
| 12 | 5,428 MWh |
Operating generators
| ID | Technology | Fuel | MW | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | Natural Gas Fired Combustion Turbine | NG | 132.8 | OP |
| 4 | Natural Gas Fired Combustion Turbine | NG | 132.8 | OP |
| 1 | Natural Gas Steam Turbine | NG | 113.6 | OP |
| 2 | Natural Gas Steam Turbine | NG | 113.6 | OP |
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Identity, technology and limitations
EIA plant ID
1464
Sector
IPP Non-CHP
Water source
Wells
Data edition
2024-final