Ghost Dam - Bow River, Alberta
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graylling
N 51° 13.190 W 114° 42.483
11U E 660054 N 5676767
The Ghost Dam is located west of Calgary on the Bow River.
Waymark Code: WM4ZTE
Location: Alberta, Canada
Date Posted: 10/19/2008
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The Ghost Dam was completed in 1929 and was built on land leased from the Morley Indians by Calgary Power Ltd. The erection of the dam created a large lake along the Bow River, approximately 4.5 sq mi in size. The lake and dam are primarily used for power generation although nowadays it is a popular recreational area with fishing, water sports, and sailing.
The lake freezes in December until approximately mid May. Sport fish include Lake Trout, Mountain Whitefish, Lake Whitefish and Brown Trout. Large fluctuations in water level due to power generation affect the recreational opportunities and biological productivity of the lake. The volume of water being released from the lake and the variance thereof also affect the Bow River downstream of the dam.
Waterway where the dam is located: Bow River
Main use of the Water Dam: Hydroelectric Power Production
Material used in the structure: Concrete
Fishing Allowed: yes
Motor Sports Allowed: yes
Height of Dam: Not listed
Date built: Not listed
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