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Design and Performance of a Siphon Penstock

by W. R. Ivarson, Harza Engineering Co, Chicago, IL, USA,



Document Type: Proceeding Paper

Part of: Hydraulic Engineering

Abstract:

Siphons can be a cost effective alternative to more traditional means of conveying water to hydroelectric turbines. The City of Ann Arbor, Michigan selected a siphon as the most cost effective means of redeveloping the fourteen feet of head for hydroelectric power at their Superior Dam on the Huron River. Other alternatives considered included a cut and cover penstock through the earth dam fill and an integral intake powerhouse again through the earth dam fill.

Subject Headings: Water intakes | Hydro power | Embankment dams | Conduits | Power plants | Fills | Benefit cost ratios | Michigan | United States

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