Boundary dam powerhouse refurbishment, US

27th July 2018 By: Sheila Barradas - Creamer Media Research Coordinator & Senior Deputy Editor

Boundary dam powerhouse refurbishment, US

Name of the Project
Boundary dam powerhouse refurbishment.

Location
The Boundary dam is located on the Pend Oreille river, in north-eastern Washington, in the US.

Client
Seattle City Light.

Project Description
The project will rebuild three generators at Boundary dam and includes refurbishment of powerhouse generators 51, 52, and 54 (3 × 145 MVA), as well as engineering and site work.

The project will improve the nameplate capacity of the generators from 166 MVA (generators 51 and 53) and 170 MVA (generator 52) to 190 MVA, reducing power loses and enhancing grid stability.

The refurbishment will allow for safe and reliable operation of the facility for the next 40 years.

Potential Job Creation
Not stated.

Value
Not stated.

Duration
Work on the generators is expected to start in July 2019 and is scheduled to be completed by May 2022.

Latest Developments
GE Renewable Energy has been chosen to rebuild the three generators.

Key Contracts and Suppliers
GE Renewable Energy (generators).

On Budget and on Time?
Too early to state.

Contact Details for Project Information
Seattle City Light, tel +1 206 684 3000.