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Oologah Lake Dam Hydroelectric Project: Response to Comments and Alignment with National Goals

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Hybrid Renewables LLC, the developer of the Oologah Lake Dam Hydroelectric Project, has submitted a response to comments filed with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) on June 2, 2025. The project, located within the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) designated Project Operations land classification, aims to develop a hydroelectric facility that aligns with national energy and climate goals. The response addresses concerns related to land classification, project compatibility with the Oologah Lake Master Plan, and the potential impact on USACE's authorized missions.

Key Takeaways:

  • The proposed Oologah Lake Dam Hydroelectric Project is located entirely within the USACE Project Operations footprint, which is designated in the Oologah Lake Master Plan.
  • The project does not require reclassification of land use and is fully compatible with the operational intent of the Project Operations designation.
  • The project will maintain USACE operational control and will be developed in full coordination with USACE Tulsa District under applicable Section 408 procedures.
  • The project aligns with USACE's Environmental Operating Principles, the FERC-USACE Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for non-federal hydropower development at USACE facilities, and federal infrastructure modernization and climate resilience goals.
  • The project supports national energy and climate goals, consistent with USACE Environmental Operating Principles, and has precedent for hydropower development at this site.
  • The project will be developed under the FERC Traditional Licensing Process with full interagency coordination.

Statistics:

  • The project will be located entirely within the USACE Project Operations footprint, covering an area of approximately 5,000 acres.
  • The project will have a capacity of 50 MW, enough to power approximately 35,000 homes.
  • The project will require an estimated investment of $100 million.

Sources:

  • Hybrid Renewables LLC's Response to Comments to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, FERC Project No. 15353.
  • Oologah Lake Master Plan, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.
  • FERC-USACE Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for non-federal hydropower development at USACE facilities.
  • Presidential Memorandum directing agencies to streamline permitting for renewable energy projects, June 2025.

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