Overview
Center Falls is a 1.1 MW hydroelectric power plant in New York, United States, operated by Hollingworth & Vose Co. It generates renewable electricity from hydropower.
Center Falls is a hydroelectric power plant located in New York, United States, with a capacity of 1.1 MW. The facility is owned and operated by Hollingworth & Vose Co and is currently operational. As a small-scale hydro plant, it contributes to the local renewable energy mix. Hydroelectric plants like Center Falls use the flow of water to generate electricity without direct fuel combustion, resulting in low operational emissions. The plant operates under U.S. federal and state regulations, including the Clean Water Act and FERC licensing requirements for hydropower projects. Its small capacity classifies it as a run-of-river or small impoundment facility, typical for the region. The plant serves a niche role in the local grid, providing clean energy to the surrounding community. Its operation supports renewable energy goals and reduces reliance on fossil fuels. The facility's location in a rural area minimizes environmental impact on populated zones.
Environmental context
Hydroelectric power generation has a low carbon footprint but can affect local aquatic ecosystems. Center Falls, with a capacity of 1.1 MW, likely operates as a run-of-river plant, which minimizes reservoir-related impacts. The facility's location in New York places it within a region with stringent water quality standards under the Clean Water Act. Its small scale reduces potential ecological disruption compared to larger hydro projects.
Frequently asked questions
Center Falls is located in New York, United States, at coordinates 43.096700, -73.460200.
Center Falls has a capacity of 1.1 megawatts (MW), classifying it as a small-scale hydroelectric facility.
Center Falls is owned by Hollingworth & Vose Co Center Falls.
Hydroelectric plants in the U.S. are regulated by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) under the Federal Power Act, and must comply with the Clean Water Act and state water quality standards.
Hydroelectric power is renewable with low greenhouse gas emissions, but can affect aquatic habitats and water flow. Small-scale run-of-river plants like Center Falls typically have reduced environmental impact compared to large dams.