Betania Hydroelectric Plant, Colombia

In the central-northern part of Colombia, at the confluence of the Magdalena and Yaguara rivers, lies the Betania hydroelectric plant. Situated approximately 500 meters above sea level, this plant is one of the country's major projects, aimed at supporting the national transmission system, particularly benefiting Bogotá and the southern regions.

The Betania project stands out for its provision of clean and sustainable energy. The main dam, along with six secondary dams and other structures, contributes to the formation of a lake with a volume of over 2 billion m³, capable of generating energy consistently and reliably.

The power plant houses three powerful Francis turbines, each capable of generating 170 MW of energy, for a total installed capacity of 510 MW. This enables the Betania complex to supply a significant amount of renewable energy.

The initial construction phases included the installation of temporary structures on the left bank of the river to facilitate access and the construction of permanent works. Additionally, it was necessary to build approximately 20 km of access roads, 5 km of power lines, and facilities for the production of compressed air, industrial, and potable water, along with their respective distribution networks.