Svetogorsk Hydroelectric power plant, Hydroelectric power station in Svetogorsk, Russia.
The Svetogorsk Hydroelectric Power Plant is a dam facility on the Vuoksa River that generates electricity for the region. The structure extends about 131 meters along the river and consists of concrete construction with machinery rooms and control facilities.
The facility was built and began operations in the 1930s during the Soviet industrialization period. It marked an important step in developing hydroelectric power use in northwestern Russia.
The power station has become a familiar landmark in the region, shaping how locals relate to the river landscape. Visitors can observe how the structure integrates with the surrounding area as a working industrial site.
The facility sits on an island between the main river and a side channel and is visible from surrounding paths. Best views come from public areas outside the operating zone, as access to active facilities is restricted.
The power station harnesses the natural topography of the Vuoksa gorge and generates about 122 megawatts of power for regional supply. This capacity makes it an important energy source for the northwest, though many visitors underestimate its role.
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