Hydroelectricity on the Boardman
The results of an extensive study show that while the potential exists for hydro generation on the Boardman River, the cost to license, repair, upgrade, and maintain the existing dams in order to comply with state and federal rules and regulations outweighs the potential revenue from selling electricity generated at the dams. The estimated cost of restoring hydroelectric power generating capacity is $8-$15 million. The estimated revenue from selling electricity is $8.5 million over thirty years, which may not recover the costs of dam restoration. The decision to remove the dams was made after methodical evaluation of all available data and options, and a comprehensive public input process.
Summary of Hydroelectric Power Generation at the Boardman Dams
