Taylor River Hydropower Project Brings Clean Energy to Gunnison Valley
The Gunnison County Electric Association (GCEA) and Uncompahgre Valley Water Users Association (UVWUA) have completed the Taylor River Hydropower project, a 500-kilowatt hydroelectric facility at Taylor Park Dam. This $3.6 million project will generate enough clean energy to power approximately 500 local homes and businesses. GCEA aims to produce 5% of its energy locally through solar and wind projects, complementing its partnership with Tri-State Generation & Transmission Association, which is targeting 70% renewable energy by 2030.