States with hydroelectric power

Do all states have hydroelectric facilities?

Nearly all states have conventional hydroelectric facilities. Most hydroelectricity is produced at large dams built by the federal government, and many of the largest hydropower dams are in the western United States.

Which states have the most hydroelectric power?

Washington state has the most hydroelectric capacity, at 27% of the nation's total. California, Oregon, New York, and Alabama can each produce over 3,000 megawatts of electrical energy each year. While many dams in the U.S. can effectively generate hydroelectric power, most of the dams in the United States don't produce any electricity at all.

Which states rely on hydropower in 2023?

Some states, like Washington, rely heavily on hydropower sourcing about 60% of its electricity in 2023 from hydropower facilities. Hydropower also plays a key role in keeping the grid stable.

Which states have no hydropower?

Position two without hydropower is occupied by Maine (38.1%), followed by Iowa (37.1%). South Dakota is fourth with 30.4% while Kansas is fifth with 29.7%. The previously second-placed Idaho drops to 10 th (19.6%), while Washington, which was previously third, drops to the twentieth position with only 8.9%.