Overview
Jamestown is a 48.2 MW diesel power plant in North Dakota, United States, operated by Otter Tail Power Co. It provides electricity generation using oil as its primary fuel.
Jamestown is a diesel power plant located in North Dakota, United States, with a capacity of 48.2 MW. It is owned and operated by Otter Tail Power Co, a utility serving the region. The plant uses oil as its primary fuel, positioning it as a medium-scale facility within the US power generation sector. The plant operates under the regulatory framework of the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), including the Clean Air Act (CAA) and its associated programs such as the National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) and the Acid Rain Program. These regulations govern emissions of sulfur dioxide (SO2), nitrogen oxides (NOx), and other pollutants. As a diesel-fired plant, it may be subject to specific emission limits and monitoring requirements. Jamestown plays a role in meeting local electricity demand in North Dakota. Its operational status as an active facility contributes to grid reliability in the region. The plant's environmental footprint is influenced by its fuel type and capacity, with diesel combustion producing CO2, SOx, and NOx emissions that are managed through regulatory compliance.
Environmental context
The plant's use of oil as a primary fuel results in emissions of carbon dioxide (CO2), sulfur oxides (SOx), and nitrogen oxides (NOx), which are regulated under the US Clean Air Act. Its location in North Dakota, a region with relatively low population density, may reduce direct exposure to populated areas. The 48.2 MW capacity places it in the medium-scale category, and its technology (diesel) is typical for peaking or backup power generation.
Frequently asked questions
The Jamestown power plant is located in North Dakota, United States, near the city of Jamestown. Its coordinates are approximately 46.9057° N, -98.6622° W.
The Jamestown plant uses oil as its primary fuel for electricity generation. It is classified as a diesel power plant.
The Jamestown power plant is owned and operated by Otter Tail Power Co, a utility company serving parts of Minnesota, North Dakota, and South Dakota.
Diesel power plants in the US are subject to the Clean Air Act (CAA), including National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS), the Acid Rain Program, and the Cross-State Air Pollution Rule (CSAPR). These regulations limit emissions of SO2, NOx, and other pollutants.
The Jamestown power plant has a capacity of 48.2 megawatts (MW), making it a medium-scale facility within the US power generation sector.