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Marmelos Zero Power Plant
Dam in Juiz de Fora, Minas Gerais / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
The Marmelos Zero Power Plant is a decommissioned hydroelectric power plant on the Paraibuna River in Juiz de Fora, Minas Gerais, Brazil. Inaugurated in 1889, plant was the first major hydroelectric power plant constructed in South America, specifically for public use.[1][2] It was purchased by CEMIG in 1980 and now serves as a museum. The Marmelos IA and II downstream are still in operation and are serviced by the original dam.
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Marmelos Zero Power Plant | |
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![]() The power plant in 1903 | |
Official name | Usina de Marmelos Zero |
Country | Brazil |
Location | Juiz de Fora, Minas Gerais |
Coordinates | 21°47′12″S 43°18′30″W |
Status | Decommissioned |
Owner(s) | CEMIG |
Dam and spillways | |
Impounds | Paraibuna River |
Commission date | 1889 |
Decommission date | 1896 |
Type | Conventional |
Turbines | 2 (125 kW) |
Installed capacity | 250 kW (340 hp) |
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