Hickory Grove Generating Station

Reliable Power for Rural Iowa

Central Iowa Power Cooperative (CIPCO) is determined to supply our Member-owners with reliable energy that is derived from a diverse, and dependable, mix of resources. Planning and development are underway for a new natural gas-fired generation facility to be located Eastern Iowa. Hickory Grove Generating Station will sit on 30-acres near Maysville, in rural Scott County.

This generating facility is critically needed to meet the power demands of members today and for the decades ahead. This facility will bolster CIPCO's “all-the-above” resource portfolio strategy and add to our diverse mix of energy resources and join the existing fleet of Iowa’s dependable, and long-lasting, natural gas-fired power plants. Located near Maysville in Hickory Grove Township, CIPCO is excited to expand upon its presence in the region, having operated a dispatch and transmission facility in nearby Wilton for over 35 years, in addition to providing wholesale power to Eastern Iowa Light & Power REC, the local distribution electric cooperative serving large portions of rural Scott County. 

 

This natural gas project will:

Generate safe and stable power
This power plant will be used during periods of critical peak demand, especially in the winter and summer months. This dispatchable resource is critically needed during those times to maintain a reliable, cost-effective power supply for our members while providing stability to Iowa’s electric grid.

Cost effectively preserves energy reliability
Many different types of responsive energy resources were exhaustively evaluated, and the results clearly show that adding natural gas peaking generation will bring responsible balance of economy, flexibility and dependability to CIPCO’s resource portfolio.

Promote a positive impact on neighboring communities
CIPCO is dedicated to strong ties within the communities we serve. This commitment includes working with surrounding landowners, transparently addressing community concerns and being mindful of all those affected by a new generation asset in the region. 

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Power & Operations

Fast Facts & Resources

  • Efficient, powerful, simple-cycle combustion turbine technology
  • Quick-start and around the clock capability
  • Net output of 240 MW
  • Generating station online late 2029
  • Estimated total project cost of 350-400 million dollars
  • Projected to create 200 cumulative jobs during construction
  • Estimated to create 5-7 new permanent jobs


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Media inquiries may be directed to Kerry Koonce.