It was 1 mile (1.6 km) downstream from the larger coal-fired Petersburg Generating Station.

In addition to two concrete stacks, each 300 feet (91 m) high, the generating station was equipped with environmental controls and monitors; these included updated precipitators for the removal of fly ash to protect the air quality.

On December 29, 2014 Unit 2 of Frank E. Ratts facilities was shut down per consent decree.

In July 2010 an agreement was reached between the EPA and Hoosier Energy to reduce emissions that are regulated under the Clean Air Act.

The agreement covers a civil penalty and a commitment to upgrade the air pollution at two power plants in Indiana, Merom Generating Station, and Frank E. Ratts Generating Station.