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Description

Mangahao river camp located on a terrace above the river and associated project workings. This photograph provides a rare close shot of the workmen's huts. Several of the huts appear to be of wooden construction and designed for several individuals, while other huts are much smaller in side and thought to be for one occupant only.The Mangahao Power Station provides hydroelectric power and is situated near the town of Shannon. It serves Wellington, Horowhenua, Taranaki, Hawkes Bay, and the Wairarapa. After being delayed by the first world war construction began in late 1919 and the station opened in November 1924.

Identification

Object type
Image
Relation
Public Photograph Collection Mgh 33
Date
1920 to 1924
Digitisation ID
2011P_Mgh33_005841
Held In
Coolstore

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Taxonomy

Tags
1920s,
black and white,
cottage,
dam,
electricity,
housing,
hydroelectricity,
mangahao,
mangahao power station,
photographs,
residence,
single,
technology,
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