Kewaunee Power Station
Kewaunee, Dominion's fourth nuclear station, generates 556 megawatts of electricity from its single unit. That's enough to meet the needs of 140,000 homes.
The station began commercial operation in 1974. Dominion acquired the station in July 2005.
Kewaunee is located in Carlton, Wisconsin, on Lake Michigan about 35 miles southeast of Green Bay. The exact translation of "Kewaunee" is uncertain, but is commonly believed to be a Native American word meaning "river of the lost."
Emergency Preparedness
Read our emergency planning information. This printable guide features information on public siren systems, testing schedules, evacuation instructions and maps (where to go and what to do), telephone hotlines, and general information about radiation and emergencies at nuclear power stations.
About the Environment
Continuing studies show that Kewaunee has very minimal effects on the environment. A radiological monitoring program has shown virtually no environmental impact from operation of the station.
License Renewal
On Feb. 24, 2011, the Nuclear Regulatory Commission renewed the operating license of Kewaunee Power Station, extending the station's operation an additional 20 years until 2033. The company applied to the NRC in August 2008 to renew Kewaunee's operating license.
Additional Information
- If you have questions about Kewaunee or want to know where to find information about nuclear energy, call us at (920) 388-8198.
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