OPG (Ontario Power Generation Inc.) Collection
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- OPG (Ontario Power Generation Inc.) Collection
- Description
- OPG and its predecessors Ontario Hydro and the Hydro-Electric Power Commission have played a major role in the development of the Niagara River as one of the world's greatest sources of hydro-electric power. OPG has graciously allowed the library to add digitized versions of some of their photographs to the collections.
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Niagara Tunnel Project - The tunnel entrance sits above a deeper hole, being prepared.Requests for permission to reproduce this photo should be addressed to Ontario Power Generation at media@opg.com
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Niagara Tunnel Project - The tunnel entrance sits above a slightly excavated area.Requests for permission to reproduce this photo should be addressed to Ontario Power Generation at media@opg.com
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Niagara Tunnel Project - A movable ramp enters the tunnel.Requests for permission to reproduce this photo should be addressed to Ontario Power Generation at media@opg.com
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Niagara Tunnel Project - The tunnel entrance sits above the area being prepared.Requests for permission to reproduce this photo should be addressed to Ontario Power Generation at media@opg.com
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Niagara Tunnel Project - Concrete is used to create an even floor for this area.Requests for permission to reproduce this photo should be addressed to Ontario Power Generation at media@opg.com
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Niagara Tunnel Project - Concrete is poured to create a solid tunnel wall.Requests for permission to reproduce this photo should be addressed to Ontario Power Generation at media@opg.com
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Niagara Tunnel Project - Excavation at an entrance to the tunnel.Requests for permission to reproduce this photo should be addressed to Ontario Power Generation at media@opg.com
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Niagara Tunnel Project - An entrance to the tunnel is excavated.Requests for permission to reproduce this photo should be addressed to Ontario Power Generation at media@opg.com
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Niagara Tunnel Project - Emad Elsayed inspecting the interior of the drilling device "Big Becky".Requests for permission to reproduce this photo should be addressed to Ontario Power Generation at media@opg.com
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Niagara Tunnel Project - The tunnel begins to take shape.Requests for permission to reproduce this photo should be addressed to Ontario Power Generation at media@opg.com
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Niagara Tunnel Project - Holes are drilled into the tunnel wall.Requests for permission to reproduce this photo should be addressed to Ontario Power Generation at media@opg.com
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Niagara Tunnel Project - The assembly which houses the form is brought into the trench.Requests for permission to reproduce this photo should be addressed to Ontario Power Generation at media@opg.com
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Niagara Tunnel Project - Cutting into the tunnel ceiling.Requests for permission to reproduce this photo should be addressed to Ontario Power Generation at media@opg.com
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Niagara Tunnel Project - The movable form used to ensure the tunnel is smooth, in the outlet trench.Requests for permission to reproduce this photo should be addressed to Ontario Power Generation at media@opg.com
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Niagara Tunnel Project - The conveyor belt and equipment in the tunnel outlet trench.Requests for permission to reproduce this photo should be addressed to Ontario Power Generation at media@opg.com
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Niagara Tunnel Project - Installing a protective wire mesh to the walls and ceiling of the tunnel.Requests for permission to reproduce this photo should be addressed to Ontario Power Generation at media@opg.com
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Niagara Tunnel Project - The wire mesh is put in place to protect against loose debris in the tunnel ceiling.Requests for permission to reproduce this photo should be addressed to Ontario Power Generation at media@opg.com
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Niagara Tunnel Project - Atop the moveable ramp used to gain access to the tunnel ceiling.Requests for permission to reproduce this photo should be addressed to Ontario Power Generation at media@opg.com
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Niagara Tunnel Project - Installing a protective wire mesh to the walls and ceiling of the tunnel.Requests for permission to reproduce this photo should be addressed to Ontario Power Generation at media@opg.com
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Niagara Tunnel Project - Installing a protective wire mesh to the wall and ceiling of the tunnel.Requests for permission to reproduce this photo should be addressed to Ontario Power Generation at media@opg.com
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Niagara Tunnel Project - An auger used to install air intake units.Requests for permission to reproduce this photo should be addressed to Ontario Power Generation at media@opg.com
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Niagara Tunnel Project - Maintenance on the tunnel wall.Requests for permission to reproduce this photo should be addressed to Ontario Power Generation at media@opg.com
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Niagara Tunnel Project - Debris to be cleared out of the tunnel floor.Requests for permission to reproduce this photo should be addressed to Ontario Power Generation at media@opg.com
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Niagara Tunnel Project - Loose sandstone on the roof is left in the wake of the giant drilling machine.Requests for permission to reproduce this photo should be addressed to Ontario Power Generation at media@opg.com
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Niagara Tunnel Project - The conveyor belt used to transport dust and debris out of the tunnel.Requests for permission to reproduce this photo should be addressed to Ontario Power Generation at media@opg.com
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Niagara Tunnel Project - The conveyor belt and dust control building from a distance.Requests for permission to reproduce this photo should be addressed to Ontario Power Generation at media@opg.com
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Niagara Tunnel Project - The top end of the conveyor belt used to transport dust and debris.Requests for permission to reproduce this photo should be addressed to Ontario Power Generation at media@opg.com
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Niagara Tunnel Project - Repairs to the tunnel ceiling are underway.Requests for permission to reproduce this photo should be addressed to Ontario Power Generation at media@opg.com
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Niagara Tunnel Project - The moving assembly which will carry the form used to ensure the tunnel is smooth.Requests for permission to reproduce this photo should be addressed to Ontario Power Generation at media@opg.com
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Niagara Tunnel Project - The moving form used to ensure that the tunnel is smooth.Requests for permission to reproduce this photo should be addressed to Ontario Power Generation at media@opg.com
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Niagara Tunnel Project - The dust control building from a distance.Requests for permission to reproduce this photo should be addressed to Ontario Power Generation at media@opg.com
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Niagara Tunnel Project - Air vents bring fresh air from the surface.Requests for permission to reproduce this photo should be addressed to Ontario Power Generation at media@opg.com
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Niagara Tunnel Project - The moving form used to ensure that the tunnel is smooth.Requests for permission to reproduce this photo should be addressed to Ontario Power Generation at media@opg.com
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Niagara Tunnel Project - The moving form used to ensure that the tunnel is smooth is readied.Requests for permission to reproduce this photo should be addressed to Ontario Power Generation at media@opg.com
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Niagara Tunnel Project - The moving form used to ensure that the tunnel is smooth.Requests for permission to reproduce this photo should be addressed to Ontario Power Generation at media@opg.com
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Niagara Tunnel Project - The moving form used to ensure that the tunnel is smooth.Requests for permission to reproduce this photo should be addressed to Ontario Power Generation at media@opg.com
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Niagara Tunnel Project - Preparations begin to create the tunnel output trench.Requests for permission to reproduce this photo should be addressed to Ontario Power Generation at media@opg.com
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Niagara Tunnel Project - Preparations begin to create the tunnel output trench.Requests for permission to reproduce this photo should be addressed to Ontario Power Generation at media@opg.com
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Niagara Tunnel Project - Materials resting in the tunnel outlet trench.Requests for permission to reproduce this photo should be addressed to Ontario Power Generation at media@opg.com
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Niagara Tunnel Project - Workers installing rods into newly drilled holes.Requests for permission to reproduce this photo should be addressed to Ontario Power Generation at media@opg.com
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Niagara Tunnel Project - Concrete is sprayed to create a trench.Requests for permission to reproduce this photo should be addressed to Ontario Power Generation at media@opg.com
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Niagara Tunnel Project - A conveyor belt brings dust and debris from the dig site to higher ground.Requests for permission to reproduce this photo should be addressed to Ontario Power Generation at media@opg.com
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Niagara Tunnel Project - Doctor Robin Williams, Regional Municipality of Niagara, Medical Officer of Health is named is named patroness of the Niagara Tunnel Project.Requests for permission to reproduce this photo should be addressed to Ontario Power Generation at media@opg.com
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Niagara Tunnel Project - Equipment in the tunnel outlet trench.Requests for permission to reproduce this photo should be addressed to Ontario Power Generation at media@opg.com
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Niagara Tunnel Project - Ontario Energy Minister Donna Cansfield, MPP Kim Craitor, and Ontario Power Generation Vice President of hydroelectric development Elmad Elsayed at the tunnel outlet.Requests for permission to reproduce this photo should be addressed to Ontario Power Generation at media@opg.com
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Niagara Tunnel Project - Ontario Energy Minister Donna Cansfield, and MPP Kim Craitor examine the trench, which will become the tunnels outlet.Requests for permission to reproduce this photo should be addressed to Ontario Power Generation at media@opg.com
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Niagara Tunnel Project - Ontario Energy Minister Donna Cansfield Speaks at the site of the tunnel's outlet.Requests for permission to reproduce this photo should be addressed to Ontario Power Generation at media@opg.com
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Niagara Tunnel Project - Work is done to the tunnel wall.Requests for permission to reproduce this photo should be addressed to Ontario Power Generation at media@opg.com
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Niagara Tunnel Project - Work is done to the ceiling and walls of the tunnel.Requests for permission to reproduce this photo should be addressed to Ontario Power Generation at media@opg.com
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Niagara Tunnel Project - Working on the tunnel ceiling.Requests for permission to reproduce this photo should be addressed to Ontario Power Generation at media@opg.com
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Niagara Tunnel Project - Preparing the tunnel floor.Requests for permission to reproduce this photo should be addressed to Ontario Power Generation at media@opg.com
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Niagara Tunnel Project - Mud and debris are transferred to another location.Requests for permission to reproduce this photo should be addressed to Ontario Power Generation at media@opg.com
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Niagara Tunnel Project - Storm clouds gather above construction equipment.Requests for permission to reproduce this photo should be addressed to Ontario Power Generation at media@opg.com
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Niagara Tunnel Project - Insulation is applied to the base of the intake.Requests for permission to reproduce this photo should be addressed to Ontario Power Generation at media@opg.com
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Niagara Tunnel Project - Insulation is applied to the base of the intake.Requests for permission to reproduce this photo should be addressed to Ontario Power Generation at media@opg.com
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Niagara Tunnel Project - Locations for drilling in the tunnel wall.Requests for permission to reproduce this photo should be addressed to Ontario Power Generation at media@opg.com
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Niagara Tunnel Project - Taking a break from spraying.Requests for permission to reproduce this photo should be addressed to Ontario Power Generation at media@opg.com
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Niagara Tunnel Project - Conveyor belt tower near the tunnel outlet.Requests for permission to reproduce this photo should be addressed to Ontario Power Generation at media@opg.com
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Niagara Tunnel Project - A conveyor belt for removing debris from the tunnel, and taking it to the dust control building.Requests for permission to reproduce this photo should be addressed to Ontario Power Generation at media@opg.com
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Niagara Tunnel Project - Materials being lowered onto the movable ramp.Requests for permission to reproduce this photo should be addressed to Ontario Power Generation at media@opg.com
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Niagara Tunnel Project - Preparations to the assembly outside of the tunnel outlet.Requests for permission to reproduce this photo should be addressed to Ontario Power Generation at media@opg.com
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Niagara Tunnel Project - Underneath the movable ramp, outside the tunnel.Requests for permission to reproduce this photo should be addressed to Ontario Power Generation at media@opg.com
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Niagara Tunnel Project - Atop the movable ramp, inside the tunnel.Requests for permission to reproduce this photo should be addressed to Ontario Power Generation at media@opg.com
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Niagara Tunnel Project - Inside the intake end of the tunnel.Requests for permission to reproduce this photo should be addressed to Ontario Power Generation at media@opg.com
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Niagara Tunnel Project - The intake entrance to the tunnel.Requests for permission to reproduce this photo should be addressed to Ontario Power Generation at media@opg.com
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Niagara Tunnel Project - A section of the ceiling undergoing reconstruction.Requests for permission to reproduce this photo should be addressed to Ontario Power Generation at media@opg.com
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Niagara Tunnel Project - Construction efforts near the tunnels intake.Requests for permission to reproduce this photo should be addressed to Ontario Power Generation at media@opg.com
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Niagara Tunnel Project - A large movable ramp allowing access to the tunnel ceiling.Requests for permission to reproduce this photo should be addressed to Ontario Power Generation at media@opg.com
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Niagara Tunnel Project - The tunnel wall is sprayed.Requests for permission to reproduce this photo should be addressed to Ontario Power Generation at media@opg.com
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Niagara Tunnel Project - The intake at Niagara Control Works, and the ice-accelerating wall.Requests for permission to reproduce this photo should be addressed to Ontario Power Generation at media@opg.com
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Niagara Tunnel Project - Preparations to the intake end of the tunnel.Requests for permission to reproduce this photo should be addressed to Ontario Power Generation at media@opg.com
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Niagara Tunnel Project - Work is done to the ceiling of the tunnel.Requests for permission to reproduce this photo should be addressed to Ontario Power Generation at media@opg.com
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Niagara Tunnel Project - Equipment at the outlet end of the tunnel.Requests for permission to reproduce this photo should be addressed to Ontario Power Generation at media@opg.com
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Niagara Tunnel Project - A section of tunnel floor, nearing completion.Requests for permission to reproduce this photo should be addressed to Ontario Power Generation at media@opg.com
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Niagara Tunnel Project - The floor is made smooth.Requests for permission to reproduce this photo should be addressed to Ontario Power Generation at media@opg.com
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Niagara Tunnel Project - The tunnel entrance and walls are sprayed.Requests for permission to reproduce this photo should be addressed to Ontario Power Generation at media@opg.com
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Niagara Tunnel Project - Protective material and walkways are used to prevent damage to the floor.Requests for permission to reproduce this photo should be addressed to Ontario Power Generation at media@opg.com
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Niagara Tunnel Project - The tunnel entrance is sprayed.Requests for permission to reproduce this photo should be addressed to Ontario Power Generation at media@opg.com
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Niagara Tunnel Project - The concrete floor is made smooth.Requests for permission to reproduce this photo should be addressed to Ontario Power Generation at media@opg.com
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Niagara Tunnel Project - Final preparations to the front of Big Becky.Requests for permission to reproduce this photo should be addressed to Ontario Power Generation at media@opg.com
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Niagara Tunnel Project - A protective material is placed over completed floor segments, to prevent damage.Requests for permission to reproduce this photo should be addressed to Ontario Power Generation at media@opg.com
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Niagara Tunnel Project - A protective material is placed over completed floor segments.Requests for permission to reproduce this photo should be addressed to Ontario Power Generation at media@opg.com
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Niagara Tunnel Project - Drilling to attach the wire mesh to the tunnel roof and walls.Requests for permission to reproduce this photo should be addressed to Ontario Power Generation at media@opg.com
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Niagara Tunnel Project - Drilling to attach the wire mesh to the walls and ceiling.Requests for permission to reproduce this photo should be addressed to Ontario Power Generation at media@opg.com
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Niagara Tunnel Project - Drilling in order to attach the wire mesh to the ceiling and walls.Requests for permission to reproduce this photo should be addressed to Ontario Power Generation at media@opg.com
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Niagara Tunnel Project - Wire mesh is affixed to the walls to prevent damage in the event of a collapse.Requests for permission to reproduce this photo should be addressed to Ontario Power Generation at media@opg.com
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Niagara Tunnel Project - Preparing the wire mesh, which will be attached to the walls and roof.Requests for permission to reproduce this photo should be addressed to Ontario Power Generation at media@opg.com
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Niagara Tunnel Project - Wire mesh is affixed to the roof and walls to prevent damage in the event of a collapse.Requests for permission to reproduce this photo should be addressed to Ontario Power Generation at media@opg.com
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Niagara Tunnel Project - Wire mesh being affixed to the roof and walls to prevent damage in the event of a collapse.Requests for permission to reproduce this photo should be addressed to Ontario Power Generation at media@opg.com
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Niagara Tunnel Project - Close up of the wire mesh affixed to the roof and walls to prevent damage in the event of a collapse.Requests for permission to reproduce this photo should be addressed to Ontario Power Generation at media@opg.com
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Niagara Tunnel Project - Wire mesh is affixed to the roof and walls to prevent damage in the event of a collapse.Requests for permission to reproduce this photo should be addressed to Ontario Power Generation at media@opg.com
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Niagara Tunnel Project - Wire mesh is affixed to the roof and walls to prevent damage in the event of a collapse.Requests for permission to reproduce this photo should be addressed to Ontario Power Generation at media@opg.com
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Niagara Tunnel Project - Wire mesh is affixed to the roof and walls to prevent damage in the event of a collapse.Requests for permission to reproduce this photo should be addressed to Ontario Power Generation at media@opg.com
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Niagara Tunnel Project - The tunnel floor is made smooth.Requests for permission to reproduce this photo should be addressed to Ontario Power Generation at media@opg.com
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Niagara Tunnel Project - Finishing touches on the excavation of the tunnel wall.Requests for permission to reproduce this photo should be addressed to Ontario Power Generation at media@opg.com
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Niagara Tunnel Project - Big Becky onsite at the outlet of the tunnel.Requests for permission to reproduce this photo should be addressed to Ontario Power Generation at media@opg.com
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Niagara Tunnel Project - Big Becky onsite at the outlet of the tunnel.Requests for permission to reproduce this photo should be addressed to Ontario Power Generation at media@opg.com
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Niagara Tunnel Project - Air filtration units being assembled on site.Requests for permission to reproduce this photo should be addressed to Ontario Power Generation at media@opg.com
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Niagara Tunnel Project - Air filtration units ready to be assembled on site.Requests for permission to reproduce this photo should be addressed to Ontario Power Generation at media@opg.com
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Niagara Tunnel Project - Ariel view of the tunnel outlet during excavation.Requests for permission to reproduce this photo should be addressed to Ontario Power Generation at media@opg.com