Pacific Gas and Electric Company Requests Extension of Time for Grizzly Forebay Dam Repair Project

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 complete a repair project on the upstream face of the Grizzly Forebay Dam, a part of the Bucks Creek Hydroelectric Project. The project, which was initially committed to in a letter to FERC dated May 31, 2023, has encountered unforeseen circumstances that require additional time to ensure the safe and successful completion of the repairs. PG&E has provided a reasoned basis for the request, as required by Title 18 of the Code of Federal Regulations, Section 12.40(d).

Key Takeaways:

  • PG&E has submitted a request to FERC for an extension of time to complete a repair project on the Grizzly Forebay Dam.
  • The project was initially committed to in a letter to FERC dated May 31, 2023.
  • PG&E has provided a reasoned basis for the request, as required by Title 18 of the Code of Federal Regulations, Section 12.40(d).
  • The extension of time request includes a detailed analysis of the reasons for the delay and the steps being taken to complete the project safely and efficiently.
  • Ben Fontana, senior dam safety engineer for PG&E, can be contacted at (530) 762-9459 for technical questions, while Andrew Garcia, license coordinator for PG&E, can be contacted at (530) 228-8990 for general questions.
  • The Grizzly Forebay Dam is part of the Bucks Creek Hydroelectric Project, FERC No. 619.

Statistics:

  • The project was initially committed to in a letter to FERC dated May 31, 2023.
  • PG&E has provided a detailed analysis of the reasons for the delay in the extension of time request.
  • The Grizzly Forebay Dam is located in the Bucks Creek Hydroelectric Project, FERC No. 619.

Sources:

  • Pacific Gas and Electric Company, "Extension of Time Request", July 28, 2025.
  • Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, Title 18 of the Code of Federal Regulations, Section 12.40(d).