// Risk Intelligence
| Risk Score | 7 / 10 High |
| Facility Type | ⚡ Power Plant / Substation |
| Operator / Branch | Luminant Energy |
| Host County | Somervell County TX |
| Nearest City | Pepperell MA |
| Primary Risk Radius | 10 miles |
| Secondary Risk Radius | 25 miles |
// Strategic Significance
Comanche Peak Nuclear Plant in Glen Rose Texas generates 2,400 megawatts for the isolated ERCOT grid. During the February 2021 Texas winter storm Comanche Peak experienced power disruptions that contributed to the broader ERCOT grid failure. The ERCOT grid isolation means Comanche Peak output is critical to Texas grid stability with no ability to import replacement power from neighboring states. Tornado risk in north-central Texas is significant.
// Civilian Impact Assessment
Somervell County with 9,000 residents and the ERCOT grid with 26 million customers. Comanche Peak provides 2,400 MW to the isolated Texas grid. The 2021 winter storm caused power disruptions at the plant contributing to the broader ERCOT failure. Tornado risk in north-central Texas is significant.
// Evacuation & Shelter Guidance
US-67, TX Route 144, Squaw Creek Reservoir. Somervell County Emergency Management and NRC coordinate nuclear emergency tornado and ERCOT grid protocols.