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Bugey-1

The Bugey Nuclear Power Plant is located in Bugey in the Saint-Vulbas commune (Ain), about 75 km from the Swiss border. The site occupies 100 hectares.

Bugey-1

Technical Specifications

Capacity
555 MW
Reactor Type
GCR
Model
UNGG
IAEA ID
230

Timeline

Construction Started
December 1, 1965
Operational From
July 1, 1972
Shutdown Date
May 27, 1994
Current Status
Shutdown

Location

Country
France
Region
Saint-Vulbas
Coordinates
45.7960°, 5.2680°

Operator & Owner

Operator
Électricité de France

Data source: WNA/IAEA • Last verified against IAEA PRIS database