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Pathfinder

The Pathfinder Atomic Power Plant was a nuclear power plant built by Northern States Power Company. It was located just northeast of Sioux Falls, South Dakota, and west of its suburb of Brandon.

Pathfinder

Technical Specifications

Capacity
59 MW
Reactor Type
BWR
Model
Prototype
IAEA ID
598

Timeline

Construction Started
January 1, 1959
Operational From
August 1, 1966
Shutdown Date
October 1, 1967
Current Status
Shutdown

Location

Country
United States
Region
South Dakota
Coordinates
43.6030°, -96.6360°

Operator & Owner

Operator
Northern States Power Company

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