Drake University - Knapp Center
2601 Forest Ave, Des Moines, IA 50311
- Max power
- Up to 7.2 kW
- Level 2
- Charging ports
- 1
- J1772
- Price
- Free
- No charging fee listed
- Hours
- See hours
- Campus hours; parking permit required for use
Drake University - Knapp Center is a Level 2 station run by Independent at 2601 Forest Ave in Des Moines, IA. It has 1 charging port with J1772 connectors and delivers up to 7.2 kw. Charging is free.
How long will charging take?
Range added per hour
~24mi
10% to 80%, 77 kWh battery
~8.3hours
Estimates for a typical long-range EV. Real times depend on your car's maximum charging rate, battery temperature, state of charge and whether power is shared between neighbouring stalls. How charging speed works
Connectors and compatibility
J1772
1 port · 7 kW
AC
The universal Level 2 AC plug in North America.
Works with: Every non-Tesla EV and plug-in hybrid. Teslas charge with the J1772 adapter that ships with the car.
Pricing
Free
Network listing: “Free”
Location and access
- Address
- 2601 Forest Ave
Des Moines, IA 50311 - Coordinates
- 41.60479, -93.65225
- Finding the chargers
- Located in the parking lot across from the Knapp Center
- Hours
- Campus hours; parking permit required for use
- Phone
- 515-271-3955
Questions drivers ask
How fast is Drake University - Knapp Center?
It is a Level 2 station delivering up to 7 kW, which adds roughly 24 miles of range per hour. It suits charging while you shop, work or stay overnight rather than a quick road-trip stop.
How much does it cost to charge at Drake University - Knapp Center?
Charging is listed as free. Parking fees or time limits may still apply.
What plugs does Drake University - Knapp Center have?
1 × J1772 (Type 1) up to 7 kW.
Is Drake University - Knapp Center open 24/7?
Listed hours: Campus hours; parking permit required for use.
Source: U.S. Department of Energy Alternative Fuels Data Center (AFDC), station ID 92115. Last confirmed by the network on Jun 12, 2026; opened Feb 1, 2018.