The Seujet Dam
The special feature of this structure is that it is a dam located in the heart of the city, built on the Rhône riverbed, between the Coulouvrenière and Sous-Terre bridges, close to the former Forces Motrices factory.
History
From 1894 to 1995, the water level of the lake was regulated "by hand" using movable wooden gates attached to the Pont de la Machine. The dam was inaugurated in 1995, with 3 objectives: control the water levels of Lake Geneva; regulate the flow of the Rhone; produce electricity.
Environment
The dam is equipped with a fish ladder that allows 4,000 fish to swim upstream of the river each year, as well as a ramp to facilitate passage for beavers. Since 2002, the dam has received the naturemade star certification, a label that certifies the origin of the energy and the quality of its production, pursuant to the most demanding criteria in Europe. This allows it to currently supply the Electricité Vitale Vert product.
Key figures
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5,6 MW of power
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25 GWh an annual production rate
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1 % of Geneva's consumption
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3 metres of gross head (difference in the water level between the top and the base of the dam)
Tour information
The Seujet dam cannot currently be visited due to works.
Target audience
These guided tours are suitable for companies, schools, organisations and public bodies.
The tours are organised for groups from 10 people minimum to 20 maximum. Recommended age: from 10 years old.
Please note: Visits are unsuitable for persons with reduced mobility.
Tour information
From Monday to Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. (last tour)
Duration:1 hour
Languages:French, English
Pricing
Tours are free for schools, organisations and public bodies.
For companies, the price is CHF 300 per guide (20 people).
Registration is required.
Registration information
Once you have filled out our form formulaire , you will receive a confirmation e-mail.
For more information, contact us via visites.sites@sig-ge.ch, or at 022 420 85 81.