Fala Hydro Power Plant, Hydroelectric power station in Ruše Municipality, Slovenia
Description
Fala Hydro Power Plant sits on the Drava River in Ruše Municipality and converts flowing water into electricity. The facility spans 248 meters and relies on the river's natural current to operate its generators.
History
Construction began in 1913 and the plant started operations in 1918 as one of the largest hydroelectric facilities in the eastern Alps. The project marked an important milestone in bringing electricity to the region.
Culture
The plant shows how early industrial facilities integrated technology into daily river life along the Drava. The site reflects the era when harnessing water power was still a major engineering achievement.
Practical
The site can be viewed from outside and provides views of the industrial structure along the river. Access from nearby roads is straightforward, and the walking paths are easy to navigate.
Did you know?
The facility incorporated a specialized lock system for timber rafts that allowed logs to pass downstream while power generation continued. This dual-purpose engineering solved the competing demands placed on the river.
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