From Concept to Construction: Steps to Developing a Hydro Project

摘要

Development of a new hydroelectric project at an existing dam requires a number of steps. American Municipal Power is working with engineering consultant MWH to develop six such projects. This article shares experiences and lessons learned, providing valuable insight for other project developers.rnThere are many steps involved in taking a hydroelectric project from the initial concept to construction. American Municipal Power Inc. (AMP) built and has operated the 42-MW Belleville project, a run-of-river plant, for ten years. AMP currently is developing five similar projects on the Ohio River. Currently, this is the largest development of new run-of-river hydroelectric generation in the U.S.