Calvert Cliffs Nuclear Power Plant, Nuclear power plant in Lusby, Maryland, US
Calvert Cliffs Nuclear Power Plant operates two pressurized water reactors that produce electricity on the western shore of Chesapeake Bay. The site occupies a substantial area with multiple structures dedicated to power generation and safety systems.
The plant started operating in 1968 as Maryland's first nuclear facility. It later received extended operating licenses, allowing it to continue power generation for decades.
The facility has become a major source of employment for the area, attracting skilled workers who commute regularly. Local families have built their lives around the job opportunities it provides to the region.
The facility is located south of Annapolis in Calvert County and is not open for public tours. The site maintains restricted access due to security regulations, though you can view it from public areas nearby.
One reactor achieved a notable production milestone in 2008 that demonstrated exceptional operational capability. This accomplishment reflected the technical skill of the operating teams at the site.
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