⚛ Nuclear Power Plants in Idaho
Idaho operates 1 nuclear power plant totaling — of nameplate capacity. Annual generation: —.
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.
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Where nuclear plants sit in Idaho
All Idaho nuclear plants
| Plant | City | County | Capacity | Operator |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Uamps Carbon Free Power Plant | Idaho Falls | Bonneville County | — | Utah Associated Mun Power Sys |