HPP San Miguel 48 MW – Chile

HPP San Miguel 48 MW - Chile

Client

Duke Energy International

Website: https://www.duke-energy.com/

Location

Chile

Time Frame

2015 – 2016

Services

Feasibility Study and Tender Documents:

  • Design Criteria.
  • Hydrology and Sedimentation Studies.
  • Geology, Geotechnical and Topography Studies.
  • Electrical Market Studies.
  • Optimization Study of the Hydroelectric Power Scheme applying the probabilistic Monte Carlo Method.
  • Construction Cost Analysis and Schedule.
  • Review of Construction Methods and Processes.
  • Hydraulic calculation report.

Technical Details

  • Installed capacity: 48.22 MW
  • Plant type: Pure run-of-river plant
  • Head: 149.5 m
  • Turbine type: Francis
  • Subterranean work – tunnel length: 0.6 km
  • Powerhouse: Cavern / Open air
  • Pressure pipes: L type, 11.3 km