Reopening
In June 2008 the decision to return the Lake Margaret power stations back to operational capacity was made.
Following the various public and other efforts - the Lake Margaret system was reopened in 2009 The refurbishment included rebuilding the 2.2 kilometres (1.4 mi) woodstave penstock for the Upper Power Station.
The upper power station was reopened on 12 November 2009, and the lower power station on 23 July 2010.
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