Oconee Nuclear Station, Nuclear power plant located on Lake Keowee in South Carolina, United States
Oconee Nuclear Station is a nuclear power plant in South Carolina that operates three reactor units built during the 1970s. The facility is located on the Keowee Reservoir, which serves as a cooling water source for the reactors.
The power plant was constructed in the early 1970s and was among the first in the United States designed with three reactor units at a single site. It has continuously supplied electricity to the region since its completion.
The site is not open to visitors as it is an active nuclear facility with strict security protocols. However, the Keowee Reservoir nearby has public areas where you can explore the surrounding landscape.
The facility was a pioneer in using passive safety systems that can function without external power supply. This innovative technology was later adopted as a safety standard at other nuclear plants.
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