Morgantown Generating Station, Coal and gas power station in Charles County, United States.
Morgantown Generating Station is a power plant in Charles County that produces electricity using coal and oil fuels, located along the Potomac River. The facility operates two coal units and several specialized combustion turbines for peak power generation.
The facility began operating in 1970 under Potomac Electric Power Company and later changed ownership several times. These ownership transitions reflect broader shifts in the energy industry over recent decades.
The station shows how the region's energy supply changed over time, moving away from coal toward natural gas and oil for power generation. These shifts reflect broader changes in how electricity is produced across the area.
The power plant receives coal through CSX rail lines on the Pope's Creek Subdivision route and via a river barge unloading system. Note that this is an active industrial facility, so visitor access may be limited or restricted.
The facility includes specialized peaking turbines designed to restore power to the grid after complete system blackouts. This capability makes it a critical backup for maintaining grid stability during emergencies.
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