Hydro Dam Crest Gate Alternatives Analysis

The Village of Swanton is seeking professional engineering services to develop preliminary design alternatives for rehabilitation of the Highgate Falls’ existing crest gate system. The goal is to replace the failed rubber dam at the Swanton Village Electric Department’s Highgate Falls Hydropower Project. All design alternatives will be considered, including a raised concrete crest, installation of pneumatic or hydraulic crest gates, or combinations of crest raising and gate installation. A fourth option is to evaluate the feasibility of operating the plant without a replacement spillway section, selling, or decommissioning the plant. • The project is located in Highgate Falls, Vermont. • The Highgate Falls Hydropower Plant is licensed by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC). • The Village encourages applicants to propose additional or innovative alternatives that may offer improved performance, cost-effectiveness, constructability, or operational benefits. • A site visit is optional but recommended and can be scheduled by emailing [email protected]. • The Village may require execution of a Non-Disclosure Agreement prior to obtaining the Preliminary Information Package.