Federal Energy Regulatory Commission Issues Delegated Order for Relief Dam Spillway Repairs

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The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has issued a delegated order for the construction authorization of concrete spillway repairs at Relief Dam, part of the Spring Gap-Stanislaus Project, FERC No. 2130. Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) submitted a request for authorization on August 7, 2023, to complete the repairs. The FERC reviewed the submittal and has provided comments and conditions for PG&E to address before proceeding with the construction.

Key Takeaways:

  • The FERC has authorized PG&E to proceed with the construction of concrete spillway repairs at Relief Dam, but with certain conditions.
  • The proposed work is considered non-maintenance activities that may require more detailed plans and specifications.
  • PG&E must provide the name and resume of the individual(s) who will oversee the work on-site and have the authority to stop unacceptable work.
  • The company must provide material and project specifications for the repair materials, including the required material strengths for the new concrete and rebar.
  • PG&E must address the FERC's comments within 10 days of the date of the letter and provide a brief completion report within 90 days of project completion or by December 31, 2023.
  • The company is responsible for ensuring completion of any necessary environmental coordination and procurement of federal, state, or local permits required for the work.
  • PG&E must file the submittal using the Commission's eFiling system and provide a cover page indicating that the material was eFiled.

Statistics:

  • The FERC reviewed the submittal on October 5, 2023.
  • The company has 10 days to address the FERC's comments.
  • The project is expected to be completed within 90 days.
  • The completion report is due on December 31, 2023.

Sources:

  • FERC Document: Document Accession #: 20231005-3090 Filed Date: 10/05/2023 2
  • FERC Letter: October 5, 2023, addressed to Mr. Russell Cruzen, P.E., Director Power Generation, Asset Excellence Pacific Gas and Electric Company.