Geothermal “Hot Spots”
Olene Gap (Klamath Falls) is in the red area in south-central Oregon. Klamath Falls is a forerunner in geothermal use, having used geothermal brine to heat streets, sidewalks and buildings since before the 1900’s.
Olene Gap at Olene, along State Highway 140 between Klamath Falls and Lakeview, Oregon. As shown, area is geothermal active with thermal springs. Project is in upper (brown) area with initial well location, OG-1, indicated.
After geothermal brine is extracted from the geothermal reservoir to produce the electricity, it is re-injected into the reservoir to be reheated and used again.
After the geothermal brine is extracted, it is pumped through a heat exchanger which heats a secondary fluid that boils at a lower temperature; that vapor is used to turn the turbine and generator to produce electrical energy. No brine steam or fluid vapors are emitted into the atmosphere; it is a completely closed, eco-friendly system.
Temperature
If the brine temperature is above 325 F, flash technology is used. However, with modern binary operation, electricity can be generated at much lower temperatures, (165 F and above).
Proven temperature of 265 F exists with forecast temperature at +300 F at reservoir depth.
Current well is at 3,775 feet; it is proposed to drill to 4,500 feet or more to obtain a temperature above 300 F.
Operating temperatures used in the business plan are at 265 degrees. Expected higher temperatures will result in increased efficiency and higher electricity generation.
Property & Permits
Geothermal lease with Lowell N. Jones Co. is in place.
All local, state and federal permits are in place.
A 15-year Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) for the electricity has already been secured with PacifiCorp of Oregon.
Engineering & Design
OM Power 1 has been utilizing a number of recognized professionals in the geothermal industry as consultants at various stages of this project
GDA Associates of Reno, a widely recognized geothermal engineering and design company has been contracted on this project.
A 15-year Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) for the electricity has already been secured with PacifiCorp of Oregon.
Connecting to the Grid
Existing 69kv transmission lines are on-site
Switching station is engineered, designed and approved by Pacific Power, which will build and install
THIS IS A SHOVEL READY PROJECT
Finish Drilling First Well (OG1) to 4,500 feet
Ream & Case
Flow Test
Finish Engineering & Design
Drill 2nd Production Well (OG2) and Injection Well (OG3)
Construct Power Plant
Install Plant Equipment & Cooling Tower
Install Substation
Connect Wells to Plant
Test Operation
Go On-Line