In 1952, the Manitoba Power Commission began construction of the McArthur Falls Generating Station in the Rural Municipality of Alexander, completing it in 1955. The station produces up to 55 megawatts of electricity.
McArthur Falls Generating Station (August 1997)
Source: George Penner
McArthur Falls Generating Station (August 1997)
Source: George Penner
McArthur Falls Generating Station (November 2024)
Source: George PennerSite Coordinates (lat/long): N50.39796, W95.99763
denoted by symbol on the map above
See also:
Manitoba Business: Manitoba Power Commission / Manitoba Hydro-Electric Board / Winnipeg Hydro / Manitoba Hydro
This page was prepared by George Penner.
Page revised: 4 December 2024
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