Tanzmühle power station, Run-of-river power station in Tännesberg, Germany.
Tanzmühle is a hydroelectric facility in Tännesberg that produces electricity using both river flow and water storage technology. The installation harnesses both the natural current and stored water reserves to generate power continuously for the local grid.
Operations began in 1955 at this location, and four years later pumped storage capabilities were added to the system. This expansion transformed it into a hybrid facility capable of responding more flexibly to power demand.
The facility received official protection as an architectural monument, showing how the region embraced hydroelectric technology. The design reflects the hopes people placed in modern energy solutions during that era.
The site sits along a river in Bavaria and is visible from the riverbank. Visitors can view the exterior structure from publicly accessible areas, though access to the interior is typically restricted.
The facility operates as part of a larger power station network along the Pfreimd River using a sophisticated water management system. This integration allows operators to optimize energy production based on demand variations.
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