Overview
Lookout Point is a 120 MW hydroelectric power plant operated by the USACE Northwestern Division in Oregon, United States. It provides renewable energy to the regional grid.
Lookout Point is a hydroelectric power plant located in Oregon, United States, with a capacity of 120 megawatts. It is operated by the USACE Northwestern Division and is currently operational, contributing to the region's renewable energy portfolio. As a hydroelectric facility, Lookout Point utilizes the flow of water to generate electricity without direct fuel combustion, resulting in low emissions of CO2, SOx, and NOx. The plant's capacity places it in the medium-scale range for hydroelectric power in the United States. It operates under federal regulations, including the Clean Water Act and the National Environmental Policy Act, which govern water use and environmental impact assessments. The plant plays a significant role in the local energy mix, providing clean, renewable power to the grid. Its operation supports grid stability and reduces reliance on fossil fuel-based generation. The facility's location in the Pacific Northwest leverages the region's abundant water resources, aligning with broader state and federal renewable energy goals.
Environmental context
The plant's hydroelectric generation avoids direct air emissions, but its operation can affect local aquatic ecosystems through changes in water flow and temperature. The facility is situated in a region with significant hydropower infrastructure, and its environmental impact is managed through regulatory compliance with the Clean Water Act and state-level water quality standards.
Frequently asked questions
Lookout Point is located in Oregon, United States, with coordinates 43.9153 N, -122.7531 W.
Lookout Point has a generating capacity of 120 megawatts, making it a medium-scale hydroelectric facility.
Lookout Point is operated by the USACE Northwestern Division, a branch of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.
Hydroelectric plants in the US must comply with the Clean Water Act, National Environmental Policy Act, and state-level water quality standards, which govern water use and ecological impacts.
As a hydroelectric plant, Lookout Point generates electricity without direct fossil fuel combustion, reducing greenhouse gas emissions and supporting renewable energy targets in the Pacific Northwest.