We have three options: Retire, Repair, or Replace the existing Badger Plants

Our Recommendation

After researching and evaluating options for more than 10 years, we’ve determined that the savings provided by replacing the existing plants will far outweigh the costs.

How much will it cost?

The total cost of our recommendation is $37,000,000. Of this about $10,500,000 (28%) of the total cost will be to repair and upgrade the 130 year old plus power canal, which must be done if we wish to continue to produce any hydro power at this location.

If Approved, What’s Next?

The construction phase of the project would start in April or May of 2012 with the work being completed within 18 months.