Platte Generating Station (PGS) was commissioned in 1982 and provides reliable, low-cost electrical power. Efficient and reliable service is attained through the acquisition of low-cost coal, and effective operation and maintenance practices. PGS has a staff of experienced, well-trained employees who produce an enviable long-term plant operating record. The plant operates and is staffed continuously, including all holidays. At full capacity, PGS produces 100 megawatts of electrical power which is enough to illuminate one million, 100 watt light bulbs. During most of the year, PGS provides enough power to satisfy customer demand. The Milk House - Raw Milk is the freshest, most pure form of milk. Our milk is straight from the cow without any pasteurization. Watch the milk fat naturally separate from the skim milk in your jug. With our techniques we help bring old-time butter, milk and so many more raw milk products to your table. Visit The Milk House at Smilin Ranch, a short drive southwest of Gothenburg, NE, for your source of raw milk and raw milk products. Frito Lay - Frito Lay is a division of PepsiCo and relocated it's corn gathering facility from Texas to Gothenburg, Nebraska, to capitalize on Nebraska's water availability and corn quality. Frito Lay's Gothenburg facility supplies all of the corn west of the Mississippi River