Overview
Eagle Point is a 2.8 MW hydroelectric power plant in Oregon, United States, operated by PacifiCorp. It generates renewable electricity from hydropower.
Eagle Point is a hydroelectric power plant located in Oregon, United States, with an operational capacity of 2.8 MW. The facility is owned and operated by PacifiCorp, a major utility in the region. As a small-scale hydroelectric plant, it contributes to the local renewable energy mix. The plant operates under the regulatory framework of the United States, including the Clean Air Act and state-level renewable portfolio standards. Hydroelectric plants like Eagle Point typically use run-of-river or impoundment technology to convert water flow into electricity. The plant's capacity places it in the small-scale category for hydroelectric generation. Eagle Point provides clean, renewable energy to the local grid, supporting Oregon's goals for reducing carbon emissions. Its operation has minimal direct emissions, and it plays a role in the region's energy diversity. The facility's location in the Pacific Northwest leverages the area's abundant water resources.
Environmental context
Hydroelectric power generation has a low carbon footprint but can affect local aquatic ecosystems. Eagle Point's small capacity suggests limited environmental impact. The facility operates in a region with significant hydropower resources, contributing to renewable energy targets. Hydro plants generally have lower air emissions compared to fossil fuel plants.
Frequently asked questions
Eagle Point is located in Oregon, United States, at coordinates 42.5146 N, -122.7571 W.
Eagle Point has a capacity of 2.8 MW, making it a small-scale hydroelectric facility.
Eagle Point is owned and operated by PacifiCorp, a major utility in the western United States.
Hydroelectric plants in the US are regulated by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) for licensing and by the Clean Water Act for water quality. State-level renewable portfolio standards may also apply.
Hydroelectric power has low greenhouse gas emissions but can affect river ecosystems and fish migration. Small-scale plants like Eagle Point typically have reduced environmental footprint.