World Power Plants

The Sikeston Power Station is a coal-fired power generation facility located in the United States, specifically in the city of Sikeston, Missouri. With a capacity of 261 MW, this plant plays a pivotal role in the local energy ecosystem by supplying electricity to the surrounding areas. Commissioned in 1981, the facility is operated by the City of Sikeston, which emphasizes its importance to the community and local governance. Utilizing traditional coal technology, Sikeston Power Station converts coal into electricity through combustion processes, which are integral to meeting the energy demands of the region. The coordinates of the plant, 36.8791 latitude and -89.6209 longitude, place it within a region that historically relies on coal as a primary energy source. While the U.S. energy policy is gradually shifting towards cleaner alternatives, coal remains a significant part of the energy mix in many areas, including Sikeston. The plant not only provides vital energy generation but also supports local employment and economic stability, making it an essential asset in the region's infrastructure.

Capacity
261 MW
Commissioning Year
1981

45 years old

Owner
City of Sikeston - (MO)
Location
36.8791°, -89.6209°

United States of America, North America

Context & rankings
  • 1,230. largest of 10,098 plants in United States of America
  • #6,539 worldwide by installed capacity
  • #1,989 of 2,793 Coal plants worldwide
  • 0.02% of the installed capacity of United States of America
Age & fleet comparison

45 years in operation

Coal fleet average: 29.2 years

Operator portfolio

City of Sikeston - (MO) operates 1 plants totalling 261 MW

Regional density

15 plants within 100 km, 5,813 MW combined

Nearest plant: Essex (19.5 km)

Location

Coordinates:: 36.879100, -89.620900
Open in Google Maps
Carbon Footprint820 g CO₂/kWh
Annual CO₂
1.03 Mt
1257 GWh/year × 820 g/kWh
Cumulative CO₂
46.40 Mt
Over 45 years of operation
Past Retirement
2021
5 years past expected retirement
Annual emissions equivalent to
224.2K
cars per year
137.5K
homes per year
46.9M
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
Top Fuels

See Incorrect or Missing Data?

Help us improve our database by reporting any corrections or updates. Your contribution helps keep our global power plant data accurate and up-to-date.