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Small Hydro Program Feasibility Reports

An engineering study was initiated to investigate the small hydro potential of restoring or adding power generating facilities at existing non-federal dams in the Tennessee Valley Region. The first phase of the study, completed in June 1980, consisted of an inventory and screening of the existing dams to eliminate those dams that were obviously unsuitable for further consideration. Reconnaissance level cost studies were made for a number of dams having the best possibilities for redevelopment. This document is a compilation of more detailed feasibility reports completed in the second phase of the investigation. These studies encompass eight of the most promising sites selected from the reconnaissance phase. Details concerning the equipment and construction necessary to put the facilities into operation are provided and options for each site are suggested. TVA has no plans at present to restore any of these sites. It is recommended that a detailed financial analysis be performed by the potential developer before a decision is made whether or not to proceed with redevelopment of a site. (ERA citation 07:046117)