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HydroElectric Scheme

HydroElectric Scheme, Old Mountfield Road, Omagh

Photo above is work in progress as Installation of a new hydro turbine at a site located on the west bank of the Camowen River in Omagh

ClientOmagh District Council
Design Team

CDM Coordinator – Cyril Sweett

Civil and Structural Engineer – Taylor & Boyd

Hydroturbine Consultant – Mannpower Consulting

Electrical Engineer - Delap & Waller

Contract Value£0.5M
Contract DurationFebruary 2011 to August 2011
Project Description

The works comprise the provision of a new hydro turbine installation and associated electrical and civil engineering works.  The turbine will be connected and supply electricity directly to Omagh Leisure Centre, which is in close proximity to the location of the turbine. Due to environmental restrictions the works will be carried out in two phases.

Phase 1

Culvert, powerhouse, ducting and chambers to the leisure centre.

Phase 2

Screw trough, outfall and fish pass, intake chamber, switchgear and commissioning.