// Risk Intelligence
| Risk Score | 7 / 10 High |
| Facility Type | ☢ Nuclear Power Plant |
| Operator / Branch | Energy Harbor |
| Host County | Beaver County PA |
| Nearest City | Pepperell MA |
| Primary Risk Radius | 10 miles |
| Secondary Risk Radius | 50 miles |
// Strategic Significance
Beaver Valley Power Station on the Ohio River west of Pittsburgh operates two pressurized-water reactors. The Ohio River at this location flows downstream through West Virginia Ohio Kentucky Indiana and Illinois before reaching the Mississippi. Pittsburgh's western suburbs are within the 50-mile ingestion zone. The plant sits near the convergence of the Beaver and Ohio Rivers creating potential for radioactive contamination of a major river system serving millions.
// Civilian Impact Assessment
The Pittsburgh metropolitan area falls within Beaver Valley's 50-mile ingestion zone. The Ohio River below the plant flows through communities in Ohio West Virginia Kentucky Indiana and Illinois. Ohio River water is a drinking water source for many downstream communities. A significant release could affect river water quality and fisheries across multiple states.
// Evacuation & Shelter Guidance
10-mile EPZ: Evacuate via PA-51 or PA-18 away from Ohio River. Monitor Pennsylvania Emergency Management Agency broadcasts. 50-mile zone: Pittsburgh area residents monitor PEMA guidance. Ohio River fish consumption restrictions would apply downstream across multiple states. Avoid Ohio River recreational activities during any release alert.
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