Bluefish Hydroelectric Facility Over Prosperous Lake NWT

This aerial shot begins low along the rocky shoreline at the northern end of Prosperous Lake in the Northwest Territories, where green aquatic plants are visible beneath the clear water. As the drone slowly lifts, the winding end of the lake opens up and the Bluefish Hydroelectric Facility begins to appear in the mid-ground, emerging gradually from behind the bend.

Continuing upward, the landscape expands to reveal moving water and runoff rapids from the hydroelectric system on the left side of the frame. The dam itself remains partially hidden behind the surrounding boreal forest, creating a layered reveal of both northern wilderness and energy infrastructure.

Located about 39 km north of Yellowknife, the Bluefish Hydroelectric Facility is operated by the Northwest Territories Power Corporation (NTPC) and forms part of the hydroelectric system that channels water from Bluefish Lake into Prosperous Lake along the Yellowknife River.

This cinematic drone shot blends remote northern landscape with critical power infrastructure, making it well suited for documentaries, environmental storytelling, regional features, and energy or infrastructure productions.

Type: Drone Video - 4K UHD
Location: Prosperous Lake, Yellowknife, Northwest Territories, Canada
Capture date: June 17, 2023
Duration: 00:42
Dimensions: 3840 x 2160 
Orientation: Horizontal (16:9)
Resolution: 4K UHD
Codec: H.264
FPS: 29.97