### Question
How does the law define small conduit hydropower?


### Answer
Under *43 U.S.C. § 485h*, **small conduit hydropower** is defined as:

> a facility capable of producing 5 megawatts or less of electric capacity

#### Citation:
  - *43 U.S.C. § 485h*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 12-RECLAMATION AND IRRIGATION OF LANDS BY FEDERAL GOVERNMENT > SUBCHAPTER X-PAYMENT OF CONSTRUCTION CHARGES**

