⚛ Nuclear Power Plants in Michigan
Michigan operates 3 nuclear power plants totaling 4,378 MW of nameplate capacity. Annual generation: 28.0M MWh.
Nuclear plants generate carbon-free baseload electricity by fissioning uranium fuel inside a reactor. They run nearly around-the-clock — typical capacity factors above 90% — and a single facility can power millions of homes. Spent fuel is stored on-site in dry casks. NRC oversees safety; emergency planning zones extend 10 miles from the reactor.
Plants3operating
Capacity4,378 MWnameplate
Generation28.0M MWhannual
All Michigan nuclear plants
| Plant | City | County | Capacity | Operator |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Donald C Cook | Bridgman | Berrien County | 2,285 MW | Indiana Michigan Power Co |
| Fermi | Frenchtown Twp | Monroe County | 1,281 MW | Dte Electric Company |
| Palisades | Covert | Van Buren County | 812 MW | Holtec Palisades, Llc |