Shown here is a view of the partially constructed dam. It is thought dregging took place below the dam. 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.
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Dam Under Construction - Mangahao Electric Power Scheme
Identification
- Object type
- Image
- Date
- circa 1920 to circa 1924
- Digitisation ID
- 2011P_Mgh63_005898
- Held In
- Coolstore
Creation
- Created By
- Unknown
- Place
- Horowhenua Region
Object rights
- License
- No Known Restrictions
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