FALL RIVER HYDRO INTERPRETIVE

ESTES PARK, CO

Hagues Peak and Mummy Mountain Flying over Rocky Mountain National Park, in Colorado
Hagues Peak and Mummy Mountain Credit: Simon Foot

Fall River Hydro Interpretive is a small, yet significant, hydroelectric power plant located in Estes Park, Colorado. Built in 1909, it is one of the oldest hydroelectric plants in the state and has been designated as a National Historic Site. The plant is run by the Estes Park Power & Communications, which is owned by the town of Estes Park.

The plant is nestled in a picturesque setting amidst the Rocky Mountains and is surrounded by lush greenery and the serene Fall River. It is open to visitors and offers guided tours where visitors can learn about the history of the plant, its workings and the importance of hydroelectric power. The guided tour takes visitors through the plant and explains how the water from the Fall River is used to generate electricity.

The plant has a capacity of 1.6 megawatts and generates enough electricity to power 1,300 homes in Estes Park. The plant is a prime example of how renewable energy can be harnessed to provide clean and sustainable energy for communities.

In addition to its historical and educational significance, Fall River Hydro Interpretive is also a popular spot for outdoor recreation. Visitors can enjoy hiking and fishing in the surrounding area and can also book cabins for a peaceful getaway in the mountains.

FALL RIVER HYDRO INTERPRETIVE is a Uncategorized or General Museum in ESTES PARK CO. US MID #8400800104

The museum is classed as GMU (Uncategorized or General Museums). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Mount Plains (Colorado, Kansas, Montana, North Dakota, Nebraska, New Mexico, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Texas, Wyoming).

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FALL RIVER HYDRO INTERPRETIVE
1746 FISH HATCHERY RD
ESTES PARK
CO
80517

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FALL RIVER HYDRO INTERPRETIVE Information

MID # 8400800104
Name FALL RIVER HYDRO INTERPRETIVE
Alternate Name
Classification Uncategorized or General Museums, , Mount Plains
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN)
NTEECC
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM)
INCOME 0
REVENUE 0
LAT/LONG 40.400236, -105.583893
CODES FIPS State Code: 08
FIPS County Code: 069
US Census Tract: 002801
US Census Block: 2071