Monte Alto I
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141.5 MW generation in Willacy, TX · In queue since November 2016 · Proposed COD June 2028
141.5 MW
Capacity
1
Components
Wind
9y 5m
In Queue
IA Executed
IA Status
Signed Feb 2020
Interconnection Timeline
Queue → IA
3y 3m
IA → COD
8y 4m
Total Duration
3y 3m
Construction75%
Queue EntryNov 4, 2016
Interconnection request submitted to ISO/RTO
Interconnection Study
ERCOT uses a serial "connect and manage" approach — fastest among major ISOs.
Typical: 18–30 months (fastest major ISO)
Interconnection AgreementFeb 13, 2020
Interconnection agreement executed — binding commitment to build
Typical: 30–60 days (negotiation)
ConstructionCurrent
Project under construction
Typical: 18–36 months
Commercial Operation
Proposed COD: 2028-06-01
Project Details
State
TX
County
Willacy
Region
ERCOT
Developer
Terra-Gen
Utility
—
Entity
ERCOT
Service Type
—
Point of Interconnection
tap 345kV 8318 Rio Hondo - 8383 N Edinburg
Data Source
LBNL + Live
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Last updated 2026-03-26