Supercharger - Coalinga, CA (LIVE 15 Dec 2022, 80 stalls)

[grumMobile]

Is there information that the permit does encompass 80 stalls? Why, that's like.....a Tesla feedlot!

Early in the SpC era, I passed through Harris Ranch several times. My recollection is that there was a persistent feedlot odor, and, while I'm no vegetarian, I also recall no sense that the steaks they provide are grass-fed or so forth - essentially no different from any other generic beef or other agroindustrial flesh.

I've gotten picky after decades of eating almost solely wild red meat - caribou and moose; when I come south I try to find something remotely similar.

Harris Ranch owned the inn. The truck stop. And the beaf brand. The beaf brand and feed lot have been sold off but I think still keep the name and brand

 

[AudubonB]

Yes, I did read the initial post. I brought up the subject because I saw no reference to 80 stalls in the permit. Nothing more or less than that.

 

[Stewart]

Generally, the wind blows from northwest to southeast in the Valley. Since the feedlot is about four miles north of the SC, you will more than likely experience the delightful fragrance as it wafts in the afternoon zephyr.

Harris' beef operations are quite complex. He does raise pasture beef (obviously not here). I think (emphasis on think) that the feedlot finishes off some of the pasture-fed steers who come down from the mountains or along the coast/Eastern Sierra in autumn.

You do become nose blind (apologies for mixing metaphors) to this scent after a short time. Just like you begin not to hear the train whistles at 2AM when you live a quarter mile from the tracks.

It’s been about 15 years since I stayed at Harris ranch for a couple of weeks (doing computer consulting at the college), the smell was so strong that I could taste it- even in the room! Stunning gardens and a pool if memory serves.

 

[grumMobile]

New pics this AM

 

[grumMobile]

New pics this AM

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[MarcoRP]

Update from Mark

https://twitter.com/x/status/1519153077592330240

Speculation

https://twitter.com/x/status/1519171057642524672

 

[miimura]

I clearly see conduits for 2 transformers, 2 power distribution cabinets and 2x 7each V3 cabinets for a total of 56 stalls. This is basically the same as system design as Firebaugh. If they're really doing more stalls, that layout and progress is not shown in the pictures.

 

[newjacka]

I clearly see conduits for 2 transformers, 2 power distribution cabinets and 2x 7each V3 cabinets for a total of 56 stalls. This is basically the same as system design as Firebaugh. If they're really doing more stalls, that layout and progress is not shown in the pictures.

you can pretty much tell by them building the third trench that it's gonna be 80 stalls

 

[miimura]

you can pretty much tell by them building the third trench that it's gonna be 80 stalls

I'm not doubting they will do it, just pointing out that the progress is not there to show the actual layout yet.

 

[MarcoRP]

WOOHOO!!

 

[tivoboy]

My gosh that is a lot of SC’s. Looks like a small army of stormtroopers.

 

[ElectricCyclist]

This is only the beginning of many large Supercharger stations to come. We are going to see quick the Megasites in Southern California.

 

[Earl]

Wow! just look at the forest that grew from a little seed that was planted back in 2010 . . .

Harris Ranch (CA Hwy 5) charge spot unveiling

(copy/paste of e-mail from Plug-In-America) The Harris Ranch has recently installed a Tesla charge site off Highway 5, and will hold a grand opening on March 5th. This event is made possible by a generous Tesla charge station donation by long-time Plug In America supporter Earl Cox, who chose...

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[Mrbrock]

14 front right, 13 front left, 12 back left, 22 middle right, 11 back right (conduit stubs). That’s 72 stalls. Plus 3 stubs in the middle. And 5 cabinets in the back which would be 19 total or 76 stalls. And what appears to be 15 pedestal bases also in the back. 15 bases plus the existing 61 pedestals is also 76 total.

 

[DblOSmith]

I'd love to see pics of this during the busy season when they're all full. I just can't imagine that ever happening, but I'm sure it will.

 

[cpa]

I'd love to see pics of this during the busy season when they're all full. I just can't imagine that ever happening, but I'm sure it will.

If Firebaugh with its 56-stall assembly can be full, it is not too much of a stretch to imagine that Harris Ranch could also become saturated on certain dates and times when LA-Bay Area traffic is robust. The restaurant and deli are attractions above those at Firebaugh and Kettleman City.

I would also guess that even if the navigation system routes drivers to other locations to avoid congestion at Harris Ranch, many would overrule the suggested stops in order to take advantage of better eating options at Harris Ranch.

Guess we'll just have to stay tuned this Thanksgiving and Christmas/New Year's season to see what unfolds......

 

[MarcoRP]

https://twitter.com/x/status/1523339049171243008

 

[Russell]

14 front right, 13 front left, 12 back left, 22 middle right, 11 back right (conduit stubs). That’s 72 stalls. Plus 3 stubs in the middle. And 5 cabinets in the back which would be 19 total or 76 stalls. And what appears to be 15 pedestal bases also in the back. 15 bases plus the existing 61 pedestals is also 76 total.

 

[Mrbrock]

View attachment 802019

The video confirmed my suspicions of 2 additional stalls middle right (shadows in original pics) so that’s 63 installed pedestals. Which gets us to 78. The set of 13 front left is suspicious as well with front right being 14 and middle at 36. 14 and 14 would be one set of 7 cabinets So maybe there’s a single somewhere.

 

[BigDaddyKevin]

I'd love to see pics of this during the busy season when they're all full. I just can't imagine that ever happening, but I'm sure it will.

major holidays I am sure it will fill up especially it's Harris ranch, need my brisket sandwich