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CRSP MC - Operations

   We are committed to providing technical analyses and forecasts to supply our customers with the most cost-effective resource mix available. The following actions aid us in meeting this goal:

  • Provide credible and timely forecasts of available and sustainable hydropower for both seasonal and long-term planning.
  • Provide technical support for financial matters through simulation and forecast of expected future revenue and expense conditions using risk analysis techniques.
  • Coordination with generation agencies to ensure that powerplant operations maximize hydropower within established hydrological and environmental constraints.

Electricity Prices and Forecasts

Four Corners, Central Rockies, Southwest -Weekly Energy Prices and Forecasts

Operations Information
Annual Operating Plan Forecast (from USBR) (pdf)
Glen Canyon Operations (from USBR) (pdf)
Glen Canyon Power Plant Emergency Operations

SLCA/IP Generation Forecast (pdf)

Graph of Historical & Forecasted SLCA/IP Generation (pdf)