Site C dam, Dam under construction in Fort St. John, Canada
Site C dam is a hydroelectric facility under construction spanning about 1,050 meters (3,445 feet) across the Peace River in northeastern British Columbia. The project is one of several planned dams along this river system in the region.
Construction of this hydroelectric facility began in 2015 as the third planned dam along the Peace River system. The project is part of a long-term energy generation strategy for the region.
The dam project impacts territories important to First Nations communities for hunting and farming activities. These changes are felt by the people living in the region and shape their relationship with the land.
The site is an active construction area with limited or restricted public access. Visitors should check current access conditions and safety guidelines before exploring the area.
As part of environmental protection, bears were relocated from flood zones to other areas to protect local wildlife. This unusual conservation effort shows an attempt to balance construction with nature protection.
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