St. Lucie Nuclear Power Plant, Nuclear power plant in Port St. Lucie, Florida.
St. Lucie Nuclear Power Plant houses two pressurized water reactors in separate containment buildings on Hutchinson Island, drawing water from the Atlantic Ocean for cooling. The facility operates two distinct reactor units with independent control systems and safety infrastructure.
Florida Power & Light brought the facility online after construction of the first unit began in 1970 and the second unit was built afterward. The plant entered service during the 1970s as part of the region's growing electrical infrastructure.
The facility maintains an educational program about nuclear energy production and environmental conservation while supporting numerous employment opportunities in the Treasure Coast community.
The facility is situated on a barrier island accessible from the mainland, though visitor access is restricted for safety and security reasons. Check ahead before visiting to understand any access requirements.
The plant runs research programs protecting sea turtles through collaborative efforts with marine conservation institutions. This work has become a notable part of operations along the Atlantic coast.
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