Coteau Creek Hydroelectric Station

Opened: 1969
Where: Elbow, SK
Fuel source: Hydro
Power capacity: 186 megawatts (MW)

Facts about the Coteau Creek Hydroelectric Station

• Located on the South Saskatchewan River.
• There are 3 units in total at this station. They produce 62 MW each.
• There was a need for water supplies to support irrigation and recreation in the province. We built this station to support those homes, farms and industries.
• The Coteau Creek Station draws water from the Gardiner Dam. It’s located about 1 kilometre upstream.