Blackhawk Generating Station

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Blackhawk Generating Station
Location Beloit, Wisconsin
Status Active
Fuel Natural gas
Cooling Water Rock River
Technology Steam turbine
Max Capacity 50 MW

Blackhawk Generating Station is a natural gas fired, electrical power station located in Beloit, Wisconsin in Rock County. Primarily used for summer power peaking.

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Unit Capacity Commissioning Notes
1 and 2 Retired
3 25 MW 1947 Natural Gas Boiler Rated at 506 mmBtu per hour / Installed 1947
4 25 MW 1949 Natural Gas Boiler Rated at 506 mmBtu per hour / Installed 1949

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Coordinates: 42°30′23″N, 89°1′56″W