Calaveras Power Station

Calaveras Power Station is a large power generation facility located at an artificial lake near San Antonio that produces electricity using coal and natural gas. The complex comprises multiple generation units working together to supply power to the broader region.

The power station developed in the late 1960s when an artificial lake was constructed to provide cooling water for the generation units. This expansion was part of San Antonio's effort to increase local electricity supply capacity during the region's growth period.

CPS Energy, the municipal utility operating the station, reflects San Antonio's commitment to maintaining local control over energy production and distribution systems.

The facility receives regular coal deliveries by rail from Wyoming to maintain operations. Visitors should know this is an industrial power generation site with limited public access to internal operations.

The facility sources coal from Wyoming's Powder River Basin delivered daily by train, connecting San Antonio's power supply to regional mining operations. This rail network demonstrates how modern electricity production depends on resources from distant locations.

Location: Texas

GPS coordinates: 29.30750,-98.32389

Latest update: December 10, 2025 16:21