Overview
Felt is a 7.4 MW hydroelectric power plant in Idaho, United States, operated by Fall River Rural Electric Cooperative Inc. It provides renewable energy to the local grid.
Felt is a hydroelectric power plant located in Idaho, United States, with a capacity of 7.4 MW. Owned and operated by Fall River Rural Electric Cooperative Inc., the facility is part of the cooperative's efforts to supply renewable energy to its member-owners in the region. As a run-of-river hydroelectric plant, Felt generates electricity by harnessing the flow of water without significant storage. The plant's capacity places it in the small-scale category for hydroelectric facilities in the United States. It operates under the regulatory framework of the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) and must comply with environmental requirements such as the Clean Water Act and the Endangered Species Act. The plant contributes to the local energy mix with low-carbon electricity, supporting the cooperative's goal of providing reliable and sustainable power. Its operation helps reduce reliance on fossil fuels and supports Idaho's renewable energy portfolio, which is heavily reliant on hydropower.
Environmental context
Hydroelectric power generation has a low carbon footprint but can affect local aquatic ecosystems. Felt's run-of-river design minimizes habitat disruption compared to large dams. The plant is located in a rural area of Idaho, reducing direct impact on populated zones. Its small capacity limits the scale of environmental effects, though fish passage and water flow management are typical considerations for such facilities.
Frequently asked questions
Felt is located in Idaho, United States, near coordinates 43.9135, -111.2833.
The Felt hydroelectric plant has a capacity of 7.4 megawatts (MW).
The Felt hydroelectric power plant is owned by Fall River Rural Electric Cooperative Inc.
Hydroelectric plants in the United States are regulated by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) and must comply with the Clean Water Act and the Endangered Species Act.
Run-of-river hydroelectric generation has a low carbon footprint but can affect aquatic habitats. It typically causes less disruption than large dams, but fish passage and water flow management are important considerations.