Snettisham Hydroelectric Project

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. It supplies most of the electricity for Alaska Electric Light & Power. It is connected to Juneau by at 44-mile transmission line.[1]

It was completed in 1975.[1]

References

  1. 1 2 3 McAllister, Kirk (17 April 1987). "For Sale: One hydroelectric project". Juneau Empire (Juneau, United States).

Coordinates: 58°10′00″N 133°44′00″W / 58.16667°N 133.73333°W / 58.16667; -133.73333

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