Ladore Spillway Seismic Upgrade Project
Project Timeline
2015
Project Initiation
Scoping, engineering, First Nation consultation and community engagement
2022
Design
Completion of preliminary design
2023
BCUC Review
Initiation and completion of BC Utilities Commission regulatory review
2023
Begin Procurement
Initiate procurement process via BC Bid
2024
Funding
BC Hydro project funding approval
2024
Contract Award
Award procurement contract
2024
Construction
Construction begins
2028
Completion
Construction completed. All spillway gates in service
About The Project
Project objectives:
- Replace the three spillway gates and related works, such as the hoist system, so they can retain and pass water in a controlled manner downstream post-earthquake.
- Install new equipment and upgrades to the existing protection and control equipment to meet current reliability standards, including improved post-earthquake operation.
Project Video
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Latest News
May 24, 2022
Dam upgrade on popular Campbell River lake won’t affect recreation
The shores of McIvor Lake were calm and quiet on a sunny afternoon the Thursday before Victoria Day weekend. For many weekends to come, those very shores will be brimming with people wanting to take in all the lake has to offer.
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Ladore Dam Spillway
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