Revelstoke Dam

GPTKB entity

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instanceOf dam
gptkbp:annualVisitors 1984
approximately 5,000 GWh
gptkbp:climate designed for changing climate conditions
gptkbp:communityEngagement public consultations held
gptkbp:communityEvents hosts educational events
gptkbp:communityImpact local economy boost
gptkbp:communityPartnerships collaborates with local organizations
gptkbp:constructionMaterial 1984
concrete placement
$1.2 billion CAD
gptkbp:constructionStarted 1978
gptkbp:controls operational 24/7
gptkbp:electrification located underground
gptkbp:emergencyServices in place
coordinated with local authorities
training programs conducted
gptkbp:emissionsStandard contributes to lower emissions
gptkbp:energyEfficiency yes
gptkbp:engineType 6 Francis turbines
gptkbp:environmentalImpact conducted
gptkbp:fishSpecies yes
gptkbp:futurePlans planned for efficiency improvements
gptkbp:gridConnection integrated_into_BC_Hydro_grid
gptkbp:hasCapacity 2,480 MW
gptkbp:height 175 meters
gptkbp:historicalSignificance part_of_Columbia_Basin_Accord
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Revelstoke Dam
gptkbp:length 1,750 meters
gptkbp:lighting yes
gptkbp:location gptkb:Revelstoke,_British_Columbia,_Canada
gptkbp:maintenance regular inspections
gptkbp:operator gptkb:BC_Hydro
gptkbp:partnerships engaged in dialogue
gptkbp:powerOutput rare due to reliability
gptkbp:primaryMission hydroelectric power generation
gptkbp:publicAccess monitored by security personnel
limited access for safety reasons
gptkbp:recreation fishing, boating
gptkbp:region critical infrastructure
gptkbp:researchInterest supports hydropower research
gptkbp:reservoir gptkb:Revelstoke_Lake
gptkbp:river gptkb:Columbia_River
gptkbp:safetyFeatures earthquake resistant design
gptkbp:spillwayType 12,000 m³/s
gptkbp:sustainabilityPractices focus on renewable energy
gptkbp:touristAttraction visitors center available
gptkbp:type concrete gravity dam
gptkbp:waterManagement integrated with watershed management.
gptkbp:waterQuality ongoing
gptkbp:waterSource managed for ecological balance
gptkbp:width 30 meters
8 meters
gptkbp:wildlife supports local species