He pārongo atu anōRiver Camp - Mangahao Electric Power Scheme

Description

Mangahao river camp located on a terrace above the river and associated project workings.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.

Tautuhi

Momo rauemi

Image

Pākanga

Public Photograph Collection Mgh 32

Date

1920 to 1924

Tautuhi matihiko

2011P_Mgh32_005840

E puritia ana ki

"Coolstore"