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United States. Federal Energy Regulatory Commission

FERC Approves Extension for Lower Baker Dam Crest Improvement Project Design

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The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has granted an extension of time for Puget Sound Energy, Inc. (PSE) to submit the 100% Lower Baker Dam Crest Improvement Project Design for the Lower Baker Development, Baker River Hydroelectric Project, FERC No. 2150. The initial analyses completed investigating the dam's structural and hydraulic performance are being updated, and the results will be incorporated into the design elements for the final design. This justification has been deemed acceptable by FERC, and the new due date for the 100% Lower Baker Dam Crest Improvement Project Design is September 30, 2025.

Key Takeaways:

  • FERC has granted an extension of time for PSE to submit the 100% Lower Baker Dam Crest Improvement Project Design, with a new due date of September 30, 2025.
  • The initial analyses completed investigating the dam's structural and hydraulic performance are being updated and will be incorporated into the design elements for the final design.
  • FERC has determined that the delay will not negatively affect project safety.
  • The extension request was made by Mr. Ron Roberts, VP Energy Supply at PSE, in a letter dated March 3, 2025.
  • The 100% Lower Baker Dam Crest Improvement Project Design is part of the Lower Baker Development, Baker River Hydroelectric Project, FERC No. 2150.
  • PSE can file the submittal using the Commission's eFiling system at https://www.ferc.gov/ferc-online/overview, selecting Hydro: Dam Safety and Portland Regional Office from the eFiling menu.

Statistics:

  • The new due date for the 100% Lower Baker Dam Crest Improvement Project Design is September 30, 2025.
  • The original due date was not specified in the document.
  • FERC District Manager Jordan Reimer's contact information is (503) 552-2720.
  • The 100% Lower Baker Dam Crest Improvement Project Design is part of the Lower Baker Development, Baker River Hydroelectric Project, FERC No. 2150.

Sources:

  • Washington: Federal Energy Regulatory Commission Issues
  • P-2150 VIA Electronic Mail Mr. Ron Roberts VP Energy Supply Puget Sound Energy, Inc. (PSE) ron.roberts@pse.com
  • FERC Document Accession #: 20250519-3029 Filed Date: 05/19/2025

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