Registry, engineering, and operating metrics shown on a consistent EIA basis.
| Metric | Colorado Bend Energy Center | Sand Hill |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 654.1 MW | 696.4 MW |
| Technology | Natural Gas Fired Combustion Turbine, Natural Gas Fired Combined Cycle | Natural Gas Fired Combined Cycle, Natural Gas Fired Combustion Turbine |
| Operator | CER Colorado Bend Energy Partners LP | Austin Energy |
| Operating units | 8 | 8 |
| Latest 12-month generation | 2.00 TWh | 1.79 TWh |
| Latest complete-year capacity factor | 38.8% (2025) | 32.1% (2025) |
| National technology rank | #264 of 538 | #329 of 538 |
| Latest EIA report | 2026-06 | 2026-06 |