Overview
Horseshoe Lake is a 947 MW gas power plant in Oklahoma, United States, operated by Oklahoma Gas & Electric Co. It supplies electricity to the regional grid.
Horseshoe Lake is a gas-fired power generation facility located in Oklahoma, United States, with a capacity of 947 MW. The plant is owned and operated by Oklahoma Gas & Electric Co, a major utility serving the region. It plays a key role in meeting the electricity demands of the surrounding area. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Environmental Protection Agency, including the Clean Air Act and associated programs such as the Acid Rain Program and the Cross-State Air Pollution Rule. As a gas-fired plant, it benefits from lower emissions of sulfur dioxide and nitrogen oxides compared to coal-fired units, aligning with modern environmental standards. Horseshoe Lake contributes to the stability and reliability of the local power grid. Its operational status and capacity make it a significant asset for Oklahoma Gas & Electric Co, supporting residential, commercial, and industrial customers in the region.
Environmental context
The plant's gas-fired technology results in lower CO2, SOx, and NOx emissions per megawatt compared to coal-fired plants. Its location in Oklahoma, a state with growing energy demand, means it plays a role in balancing grid reliability with environmental considerations. The facility's capacity of 947 MW places it in the medium-to-large scale for gas plants in the US.
Frequently asked questions
Horseshoe Lake is located in Oklahoma, United States, at coordinates 35.5087 N, -97.1797 W.
Horseshoe Lake has a capacity of 947 megawatts (MW), making it a medium-to-large gas-fired power plant.
Horseshoe Lake is owned and operated by Oklahoma Gas & Electric Co, a utility serving Oklahoma and surrounding areas.
Gas power plants in the US must comply with the Clean Air Act, including National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS), the Acid Rain Program, and the Cross-State Air Pollution Rule (CSAPR).
The primary fuel used at Horseshoe Lake is natural gas, which produces lower emissions compared to coal.