Snettisham hydroelectric power plant
The Snettisham hydroelectric power plant is a 78,210 kw power plant located 28 miles south of central Juneau, Alaska[1] and accessible only by boat or seaplane. The power plant is fed by two lakes that are tapped from below, negating the need for a traditional dam. As of December 2017 it supplies 78% of the electricity for Alaska Electric Light & Power.[2] It is connected to Juneau by a 44-mile transmission line.[1]
It was completed in 1973.[2]
References[]
- ^ Jump up to: a b McAllister, Kirk (17 April 1987). "For Sale: One hydroelectric project". Juneau Empire. Juneau, United States.
- ^ Jump up to: a b "Snettisham Hydroelectric Facility" (PDF). . December 2017. Retrieved January 29, 2018.
Coordinates: 58°10′00″N 133°44′00″W / 58.16667°N 133.73333°W
Categories:
- Hydroelectric power plants in Alaska
- Buildings and structures in Juneau, Alaska
- United States local public utility dams
- Dams in Alaska
- Energy infrastructure completed in 1973
- 1973 establishments in Alaska
- Juneau, Alaska geography stubs