Aménagement de l'Eastmain-1

Eastmain-1 is a hydroelectric power station on the Eastmain River in northern Quebec, featuring a roughly 890-meter dam and multiple turbines. Water flowing from the river powers the generators to produce electricity for the provincial grid.

Construction began in 2002 following the Peace of the Braves agreement between the Quebec government and the Grand Council of the Crees. The project was part of a broader understanding about energy development and land rights in the region.

The site was developed through consultation with Cree communities, with measures put in place to protect their traditional hunting and fishing areas. Local groups participated in decisions affecting how they use the land and its resources.

The site is located in a remote area and is not easily accessible for regular tourists; visitor access is very limited. Anyone hoping to see the facility will need special permission and must contact the operators.

The facility has a spillway that can handle enormous volumes of water during peak flows when necessary. This engineering capability shows the scale of work required to manage the river's powerful natural forces.