History of the construction of the Yaropoletskaya hydroelectric power station

The history of the creation and development of the Yaropoletskaya hydroelectric power station, its technical characteristics, as well as its importance for ensuring a stable energy supply - all this is an object of interest for both energy specialists and the general public. The history of the construction of the Yaropoletskaya hydroelectric power station on the Lama River in the Volokolamsk region has more than a century of history. The decision to build the station was made in 1918 by V.I. Lenny in connection with the electrification of the country as a whole and with the aim of improving the energy infrastructure of the region. The construction of the hydroelectric power station lasted from 1918 to 1919. An important stage in the history of the station was its commissioning in 1919, when it became the main source of electricity for local communities. Since 1980, the hydroelectric power station has been inactive.

Cultural heritage

Yaropoltskaya hydroelectric power station on the Lama River Volokolamsk has a significant cultural heritage associated with the history of energy and industry. This hydroelectric power station is an object of value not only from a technical point of view, but also as part of the historical heritage of the region. The construction of the hydroelectric power station attracted a lot of labor, specialists and engineers, leaving an imprint on the history of the community. This place still attracts the attention and interest of historians, scientists and tourists, representing an important element of the cultural landscape of the region. The spillway in the form of a semicircle is mesmerizing in its beauty. The forest landscapes attract artists and tourists.