Sir Adam Beck Hydroelectric Power Stations
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Sir Adam Beck Hydroelectric Power Stations are two hydro electric power stations in Niagara Falls, Ontario, Canada. The stations divert water from the Niagara River above the falls which flows back into the lower portion of the river, and together produce up to 1,600 MW.[1]
Adam Beck I contains 10 generators and first produced power in 1922. It was originally called the Queenston Chippawa power station and was renamed after Adam Beck in 1950 on the twenty fifth anniversary of his death. The water is diverted through a canal from the Welland River.
Adam Beck II contains 16 generators and first produced power in 1954. The water is diverted from the Niagara River above the falls through underground pipes. A reservoir was created that permits the holding of water, diverted during the night, for use during the day. Adam Beck II is currently undergoing major modification in the form of the Niagara Tunnel Project in order to improve its generation output. This new tunnel is expected to be in operation by late 2009.
[edit] Water Diversion
The Chippawa-Queenston Power Canal diverts water from the Welland River to the stations. A larger water reservoir stores water behind the station.
[edit] External links
- Images of Sir Adam Beck 1 Niagara Falls Public Library (Ont.)
- Images of Sir Adam Beck 2 Niagara Falls Public Library (Ont.)
- Images of the Queenston-Chippawa Power Canal Niagara Falls Public Library (Ont.)
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