TVA issues safety alert following completion of new project at Pickwick Dam
INFORMATION FROM TVA:
HARDIN COUNTY, Tenn. — Tennessee Valley Authority recently completed a new project at Pickwick Dam in Hardin County, which enables the hydro-generation units to be operated in condensing mode to support grid voltage stability in the area.
📸: Photo courtesy of Tennessee Valley Authority
When the units are in condensing mode, an air pocket develops around the turbine runner.
When the units are moved from condensing to generation mode, this air is released out of the back side of the dam, causing turbulent waters.
Pickwick Dam has warning signs, strobe lights, and an audible alarm to alert boaters to clear the area when the switch to generating status is about to occur.
Boaters should obey all posted safety regulations and precautions and steer clear of the dam when alerted.
Failure to heed warnings could result in serious and potentially life-threatening danger to boaters.
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