PowerPlantFactsEvidence report · prepared 2 September 2026https://powerplantfacts.com/entity/50350
EIA plant 50350
Magalia · Butte · CA
Forks of Butte Hydro Project
Operated by Hypower Energy, LLC
Published location
Where is Forks of Butte Hydro Project?
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39.869284, -121.631865
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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 | 7,267 MWh |
| 2 | 9,695 MWh |
| 3 | 10,675 MWh |
| 4 | 10,081 MWh |
| 5 | 8,880 MWh |
| 6 | 3,798 MWh |
| 7 | 1,544 MWh |
| 8 | 1,369 MWh |
| 9 | 924 MWh |
| 10 | 933 MWh |
| 11 | 3,620 MWh |
| 12 | 7,149 MWh |
Operating generators
| ID | Technology | Fuel | MW | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GEN1 | Conventional Hydroelectric | WAT | 14.5 | OP |
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EIA plant ID
50350
Sector
IPP Non-CHP
Water source
Butte Creek
Data edition
2024-final