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Pacific Gas and Electric Company Requests Extension for Drum-Spaulding Hydroelectric Project Report

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The Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) has submitted a request to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) for an extension of time to provide a brief construction report for trash rack structural improvements at Lake Spaulding Dam No. 1, part of the Drum-Spaulding Hydroelectric Project (FERC No. 2310). The request, submitted on September 15, 2025, cites a scheduling error that delayed the completion of the as-built drawings deliverable date. PG&E is seeking an extension until October 31, 2025, to complete and submit the report.

Key Takeaways:

  • PG&E submitted a report to FERC on June 25, 2025, regarding a damaged lower intake trash rack at Lake Spaulding Dam No. 1.
  • The construction project was completed on June 25, 2025, but the brief construction report has been delayed due to a scheduling error.
  • PG&E is requesting an extension of time until October 31, 2025, to complete and submit the brief construction report to FERC.
  • The project involves trash rack structural improvements at Lake Spaulding Dam No. 1, part of the Drum-Spaulding Hydroelectric Project (FERC No. 2310).
  • PG&E has identified technical and general contact points for any questions or concerns: Scott Clowser (530) 889-3131 and Jackie Pope (530) 254-4007.

Statistics:

  • The delayed brief construction report is expected to be completed by October 31, 2025.
  • The Drum-Spaulding Hydroelectric Project (FERC No. 2310) involves trash rack structural improvements at Lake Spaulding Dam No. 1.
  • PG&E completed the construction project on June 25, 2025.

Sources:

  • Pacific Gas and Electric Company. (2025, September 15). RE: Drum-Spaulding Hydroelectric Project, FERC No. 2310-CA Lake Spaulding Dam No. 1, NATDAM No. CA00358.

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