Tekapo B Power Station

Opened in 1977. First of the upper waitaki power scheme power stations. (Ohau A, B then C power stations came after this). Its technically an underwater power station with 2 generators - located 3 floors below the causeway to the building/so are below water level. Now operated by Genesis who also operate Tekapo A power station.Photos were taken during the open day in 2023 show the power station construction back in the day - before the lake was raised to surround the building as it does now. Very impressive engineering at the time. Its aged badly and looks like a drab 70s office block now. From a dystopian sci-fi movie set.The information plaques near the causeway (also shown here in photos) provide good information about tekapo B and the canal and wide power scheme. The location is fantastic on a fine sunny day - well worth a visit.

Beautiful day

Fantastic view nice and relaxing our home away from home