Chief Joseph

Bridgeport, Washington

Capacity: 2,456 MW
Status: Operating
Fuel: Hydroelectric
Technology: Conventional Hydroelectric
Operator: USACE Northwestern Division
City: Bridgeport
County: Douglas County
State: Washington
Operational date: September 1955
Balancing authority: BPAT

Chief Joseph is a 2,456 MW hydroelectric power plant in Bridgeport, Washington. Operated by USACE Northwestern Division, it has been operating since 1955. The facility is located in Douglas County, within the BPAT balancing authority.

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Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA-860M)