Bypass Tunnel - Mangahao Electric Power Scheme

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Title

Bypass Tunnel - Mangahao Electric Power Scheme

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Palmerston North City Library

Collection

Manawatū Heritage

Description

This photograph is one of a series made by Charles Wildbore showing the construction of the Mangahao hydro-electric power scheme in the Tararua ranges east of Shannon. This view shows the bypass tunnel above the lower dam. The light suspension bridge near the construction camp can be seen in the background. The Mangahao Power Station provides hydroelectric power and is situated near the town of Shannon. It serves Wellington, Horowhenua, Taranaki, Hawkes Bay, and the Wairarapa. After being del...

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Image

Date created

1923~

Creator

Charles E Wildbore

URL

https://manawatuheritage.pncc.govt.nz/item/5bfe0882-851f-43ce-87f3-2abf4a338cdb

Locations

Horowhenua Region

Related subjects

cave / electricity / photographs / rail / stream / technology / tunnel / wildbore

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