Calm Lake Generating Station

The Calm Lake Generating Station is a two-unit run-of-river hydroelectric station located on the Seine River at the outlet of Calm Lake. The station was originally built in 1928, both turbine runners were replaced in the 1960’s, both generators were rewound in the mid 1980’s, and the main transformer and associated electrical equipment were replaced in 2006. One runner replaced in 2016. The station has an installed capacity of 9.5 MW at a gross head of 24.9 meters.

Location: Bennet Township, District of Rainy River, ON River System: Seine River Capacity: 9.5 MW Turbines: 2 Vertical Francis Originally Built: 1928