FERC Approves Salt Springs Spillway Repair Construction, Issues Key Requirements

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The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has authorized the Salt Springs Spillway Repair construction for the Mokelumne River Hydroelectric Project, FERC No. 137, with Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) required to address several key issues. The project's start and end dates must be updated in the Quality Control and Inspection Program (QCIP), and a Section 401 permit must be obtained prior to the start of construction.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Salt Springs Spillway Repair construction for the Mokelumne River Hydroelectric Project, FERC No. 137, has been authorized by FERC.
  • PG&E must update the QCIP with the correct specific dates for the start and end of construction.
  • A Section 401 permit must be obtained prior to the start of construction.
  • PG&E is responsible for ensuring completion of any necessary environmental coordination with resource agencies and procuring any federal, state, or local permits required for the work.
  • The company must file the following within 90 days of the completion of construction: a final construction report, construction certifications, and revised Exhibits A, F, and G, as applicable.
  • The project's as-built facilities must be described and shown in Exhibits A, F, and G, with any changes properly coordinated between the Design Engineer, the Resident Engineer, the Project Manager, and FERC.

Statistics:

  • The construction of the Salt Springs Spillway Repair is planned for the fall of 2023.
  • Within 90 days of the completion of construction, PG&E must file the final construction report, construction certifications, and revised Exhibits A, F, and G.
  • The company must also file a strikethrough format of revised Exhibit A, in addition to a clean copy, to assist Commission staff in their review.

Sources:

  • FERC Document Accession #: 20230706-3102
  • FERC File Date: 07/06/2023