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Waterford 3
In September of 2010, Waterford 3 Steam Electric Station in
Killona, La., celebrated 25 years of producing safe, clean and reliable
electricity for customers in Louisiana. Now, Waterford 3 is preparing to
build on that legacy of excellence for years to come through a steam
generator replacement project. The project is one of many that will enable
the plant's 1,159 dependable megawatts of electricity to continue supplying
12 percent of the state's needs.
One of Entergy's core values is a commitment to the safety
of customers and employees. Waterford 3 is a Star site recognized through the
Voluntary Protection Program of the Occupation Safety and Health
Administration.
A hallmark of Entergy and Waterford 3 is strengthening our
communities. The employees of Waterford build up their local communities
through a variety of outreach efforts supporting education, the arts,
environmental awareness, workforce development and helping those in need by
partnering with the United Way of St. Charles Parish. Waterford is an
industry-recognized leader in nuclear power and the staff stands ready to
power Louisiana into the future.
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Waterford 3
Killona, La. |
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Owner: |
Entergy Louisiana, LLC |
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Maximum Dependable Capacity: |
1,159 MW |
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Reactor Type: |
Pressurized Water Reactor |
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Reactor Manufacturer: |
Combustion Engineering |
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Turbine Generator Manufacturer:
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Westinghouse |
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Architect/Engineer: |
Ebasco |
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Commercial Operation Date:
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9/24/1985 |
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License Expiration Date:
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12/18/2024 |
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Cooling Water Source: |
Once through system with the Mississippi River
as the water source |
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Number of Employees: |
650 |
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Parishes included in Emergency Planning Zone: |
St. Charles and St. John |
Environmental Impact
Generating electricity with nuclear energy prevents the emission of
pollutants like sulfur dioxide (SO2) and nitrogen oxides (NOx) and greenhouse
gases like carbon dioxide (CO2) associated with burning fossil fuels.
During 2011, environmental emissions avoided due to nuclear power plant
operation in Louisiana included 19,000 tons of sulfur dioxide, 12,000 tons of
nitrogen oxide and 12 million metric tons of carbon dioxide.*
Emissions of SO2 lead to the formation of acid rain. NOx is a key precursor
of both ground-level ozone and smog. Greenhouse gases like CO2 contribute to
global warming.
* Source: Emissions avoided by nuclear power are calculated using regional
fossil fuel emissions rates from the Environmental Protection Agency and plant
generation data from the Energy Information Administration.
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