⚛ Nuclear Power Plants in Tennessee
Tennessee operates 2 nuclear power plants totaling 4,981 MW of nameplate capacity. Annual generation: 37.9M 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
Capacity4,980 MWnameplate
Generation37.9M MWhannual
All Tennessee nuclear plants
| Plant | City | County | Capacity | Operator |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Watts Bar Nuclear Plant | Spring City | Rhea County | 2,540 MW | Tennessee Valley Authority |
| Sequoyah | Soddy Daisy | Hamilton County | 2,441 MW | Tennessee Valley Authority |