Laforge-2 generating station

Laforge-2 features two Kaplan turbines with a total capacity of 319 megawatts, operating through a run-of-river system on the Laforge River.

The generating station, commissioned in 1996, forms part of the James Bay Project developed by Hydro-Quebec to expand renewable energy infrastructure.

The power station represents Quebec's dedication to sustainable energy production, reflecting the region's commitment to environmental responsibility through hydroelectric development.

The facility maintains a spillway capacity of 2,350 cubic meters per second and operates with a hydraulic head of 27.4 meters for efficient power generation.

This generating station utilizes a reservoir spanning 260 square kilometers without requiring significant water level fluctuations for power production.

Location: Quebec

Inception: 1993

GPS coordinates: 54.58890,-71.28060

Latest update: March 12, 2025 14:39