Andhikhola Hydel & Rural Electrification Project (5.1 MW)
This project has recently won the prestigious 'Blue Planet Award'. Himal Hydro was civil contractor of this project including the works of transmission line. This exemplary hydro project diverts the water from Andhikhola River to the Kaligandaki River through 1.28 km long headrace tunnel, 250 m deep drop shaft and 1.08 km long tailrace tunnel to generate 5.1 MW power.
| Project | Andhikhola Hydel & Rural Electrification Project (5.1 MW) |
| Location | Galyang Bhanjyang, Syangja District, Central Nepal |
| Client | Butwal Power Company (BPC) Limited |
| Consultant | BPC Hydroconsult (BPCH), Kathmandu |
| Intake River | Andhikhola |
| Dam | Ogee 60m x 6m, 3,200 m3 Reinforced Concrete |
| Tunnels | Headrace 1,284 m, 7.5 m2, Drop Shaft 245 m x 4.5 m dia, Tailrace 1,080 m x 8.5 m2, Fully Lined. |
| Powerhouse | Underground, 37 m x 7 m x 10 m, Support Shotcrete / Rock-Bolting |
| Geology | Phyllite |
| Period of Construction | 1982 - 1990 |
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