Lock & Dam 7 Mississippi River near La Crosse, Wisconsin. Reconnaissance Report for Hydropower.

Abstract

This report presents a preliminary evaluation of the addition of hydropower at the existing navigation Lock and Dam 7. The study shows that installation of a hydro plant with a 4,800-kW (kilowatt) or 7,200-kW nameplate rating is economical. Pertinent data concerning the site and two optional installations are given. Severe environmental impacts do not appear to be associated with construction of a plant of the sizes investigated despite the proximity of the lock and dam to an environmentally sensitive area. The District Engineer recommends that the Corps of Engineers prepare a feasibility report which can serve as a basis for congressional authorization for hydropower plant construction at Lock and Dam 7.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Dec 01, 1980
Accession Number
ADA129771

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  • St. Paul District, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers

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  • Energy and Power Technologies

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  • Birds
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  • Economic Analysis
  • Environment
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  • Geography
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  • Renewable Energy
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