Sir Adam Beck Hydroelectric Power Stations
Sir Adam Beck Hydroelectric Generating Stations are two hydroelectric generating stations in Niagara Falls, Ontario, Canada. The stations divert water from the Niagara and Welland Rivers above Niagara Falls which is then released into the lower portion of the Niagara River, and together produce up to 1,926 MW.
Read more about Sir Adam Beck Hydroelectric Power Stations: Adam Beck I, Adam Beck II, Water Diversion, See Also
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