He pārongo atu anōMangahao Electric Power Scheme

Description

This photograph is part of a collection related to the Mangahao Electric Power Scheme and its construction. The Scheme which 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.

Tautuhi

Momo rauemi

Image

Pākanga

Public Photograph Collection Mgh 86

Date

September 14, 1923

Tautuhi matihiko

2011P_Mgh86_005802

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