⚛ Nuclear Power Plants in Nebraska
Nebraska operates 2 nuclear power plants totaling 801 MW of nameplate capacity. Annual generation: 6.9M 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.
Plants2operating
Capacity801 MWnameplate
Generation6.9M MWhannual
All Nebraska nuclear plants
| Plant | City | County | Capacity | Operator |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cooper Nuclear Station | Brownville | Nemaha County | 801 MW | Nebraska Public Power District |
| Fort Calhoun | Blair | Washington County | — | Omaha Public Power District |