350kW Operating Hydroelectric Plant for Sale
Including 52 Acres and More
NW US 60Hz.
350 kW Operating hydroelectric plant, located in NW US. Income producing and connect to the power grid. Commissioned in 1984, this plant employs two Francis turbines with a head of 45ft. A small concrete diversion structure and canal supply the forebay and intake. Two 42 inch diameter x 90 ft. steel penstocks supply the turbines. Annual production is in the range of 1800 megawatt hours with potential to increase capacity. Current power rate is in the range of 6.8 cents/kWh with the local utility. The site sits on 52 acres with other structures and the plant and property are for sale.
Annual production is in the range of 1800 megawatt hours with potential to increase capacity. Current power rate is in the range of 6.8 cents/kWh with the local utility.
Property:
The hydro plant is located on a scenic 52 acre property with 160 ft. of vertical drop in the stream across the property. Timber, meadows and spectacular waterfall views make the property one of a kind. Access to the property is a deeded easement from a paved county road.
Overlooking the power plant is an 80% complete 4,000 sq. ft. earth sheltered home built with cross vaulted arches. Includes an indoor pool and passive, annual heat storage system.
The owner/operator is interested in providing some onsite services, and technical consulting services separate or part of the purchase contract.
This plant and property is ideal for owner/operator interested in living on site.
