Planning and Design of Hydroelectric Power Plants

This manual presents a discussion of the general, archi-tectural and structural considerations applicable to the design of hydroelectric power plant structures. It is in-tended for the guidance of those elements within the Corps of Engineers responsible for the planning and design of such structures. It should also be used in establishing minimum criteria for the addition of hydro-power facilities at existing Corps of Engineers projects,whether by Corps of Engineers or a non-Federal developer