FERC Approves Updated TCEAP for Rock Creek Drum Gate Indicators

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has approved an updated Temporary Construction Emergency Action Plan (TCEAP) for the repair of the Drum Gate position indicator at Rock Creek Dam, which is part of the Rock Creek-Cresta Hydroelectric Project, FERC No. 1962. The updated plan was submitted in response to a comment on the original TCEAP, and FERC has deemed it satisfactory. The approval is a significant step in ensuring the safe operation of the hydroelectric project, which provides power to the Pacific Gas and Electric Company.

Key Takeaways:

• The FERC approved an updated TCEAP for the repair of the Drum Gate position indicator at Rock Creek Dam, which is part of the Rock Creek-Cresta Hydroelectric Project, FERC No. 1962.
• The updated plan was submitted in response to a comment on the original TCEAP, and FERC has deemed it satisfactory.
• The approval is a significant step in ensuring the safe operation of the hydroelectric project, which provides power to the Pacific Gas and Electric Company.
• The hydroelectric project is located at Rock Creek Dam, and the repair of the Drum Gate position indicator is expected to be completed in the near future.
• The Pacific Gas and Electric Company is responsible for the maintenance and operation of the hydroelectric project.
• FERC's approval of the updated TCEAP demonstrates the importance of regular inspections and maintenance of critical infrastructure to ensure public safety.

Statistics:

• Project No. 1962-CA: Rock Creek-Cresta Hydroelectric Project, FERC No. 1962
• Date of submission: May 23, 2025
• Date of approval: July 24, 2025
• Entity: Pacific Gas and Electric Company
• Location: Rock Creek Dam, California

Sources:

• FEDERAL ENERGY REGULATORY COMMISSION Office of Energy Projects Division of Dam Safety and Inspections - San Francisco Regional Office (July 24, 2025)
• Pacific Gas and Electric Company (n.d.)
• Rock Creek-Cresta Hydroelectric Project (n.d.)