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River Valley is a coal-fired power plant located in the United States of America, positioned at coordinates 35.1931, -94.6458. With a total capacity of 350 MW, this facility is a vital component of the energy landscape in Oklahoma, contributing significantly to the state's power generation capabilities. Owned and operated by Oklahoma Gas & Electric Co, River Valley was commissioned in 1990 and primarily utilizes coal as its fuel source, supplemented by natural gas as a secondary fuel. This dual-fuel capability enhances the plant's flexibility, allowing it to adapt to market conditions and energy demands. As coal remains a key player in the national energy mix, River Valley helps ensure a steady supply of electricity to the regional grid, particularly during periods of high demand. The facility's long-standing presence underscores its importance in local energy policy discussions, as the U.S. works towards balancing traditional energy sources with renewable alternatives. Despite the ongoing transition to cleaner energy, River Valley's operational efficiency and capacity continue to support the energy needs of the local population, while also facing scrutiny regarding environmental impacts and emissions.

Capacity
350 MW
Commissioning Year
1990

36 years old

Owner
Oklahoma Gas & Electric Co
Location
35.1931°, -94.6458°

United States of America, North America

Context & rankings
  • 1,048. largest of 10,098 plants in United States of America
  • #5,633 worldwide by installed capacity
  • #1,777 of 2,793 Coal plants worldwide
  • 0.02% of the installed capacity of United States of America
Age & fleet comparison

36 years in operation

Coal fleet average: 29.2 years

Operator portfolio

Oklahoma Gas & Electric Co operates 14 plants totalling 8,964 MW

Regional density

12 plants within 100 km, 2,603 MW combined

Nearest plant: Robert S Kerr (20.5 km)

Location

Coordinates:: 35.193100, -94.645800
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Carbon Footprint820 g CO₂/kWh
Annual CO₂
1.38 Mt
1686 GWh/year × 820 g/kWh
Cumulative CO₂
49.78 Mt
Over 36 years of operation
Closing Soon
2030
4 years remaining
Annual emissions equivalent to
300.6K
cars per year
184.4K
homes per year
62.9M
trees to offset

Estimates based on Coal emission factor (820 g CO₂/kWh) and capacity factor (55%). Actual emissions may vary based on operating conditions, efficiency, and fuel quality.

Technical Details

Primary Fuel Type
Coal
Energy Source
Non-Renewable
Country
United States of America
Continent
North America
Data Source
Global Power Plant Database

United States of AmericaEnergy Profile

10,098
Total Plants
1420.7 GW
Total Capacity
GasCoalNuclearWind
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