Overview
Dominion/Lo Mar is a 19.2 MW diesel power plant in Manassas, Virginia, USA, owned by the City of Manassas. It operates on oil and is currently operational.
Dominion/Lo Mar is a diesel power plant located in Manassas, Virginia, United States. With a capacity of 19.2 MW, it is a small-scale facility within the US power generation sector. The plant is owned by the City of Manassas and is currently operational. The plant uses oil as its primary fuel, which is typical for diesel power plants. In the United States, such facilities are subject to federal regulations under the Clean Air Act, including emissions standards for sulfur dioxide (SO2), nitrogen oxides (NOx), and particulate matter. The plant's size and fuel type place it in a category that may require compliance with state-level environmental permits. As a municipal-owned facility, Dominion/Lo Mar likely serves as a peaking or emergency power source for the Manassas area. Its relatively small capacity suggests it plays a role in grid stability rather than baseload generation. The plant's operational status indicates it continues to contribute to local power supply.
Environmental context
The plant's use of oil as fuel results in higher CO2 emissions per MWh compared to natural gas, and it may emit SO2 and NOx, which are regulated under the Clean Air Act. Its location in Manassas, a suburban area near Washington D.C., means it operates in proximity to populated areas, requiring adherence to local air quality standards. The small capacity limits its overall environmental footprint.
Frequently asked questions
Dominion/Lo Mar is located in Manassas, Virginia, United States.
Dominion/Lo Mar has a capacity of 19.2 megawatts (MW).
Dominion/Lo Mar is owned by the City of Manassas, Virginia.
Diesel power plants in the US are regulated under the Clean Air Act, including emissions standards for SO2, NOx, and particulate matter, as well as state-level permits.
Dominion/Lo Mar uses oil as its primary fuel.