PG&E to Demolish Dams Boosting California Salmon and Steelhead Populations
Published Date: 3/14/2025
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Summary
Pacific Gas & Electric (PG&E) wants to change its Battle Creek Hydroelectric Project in California to help restore fish habitats by removing four old dams. This update affects local communities, fish lovers, and the environment, with an important review finishing by April 7, 2025. The project could improve fish life while making sure everyone’s voice is heard before final decisions.
Analyzed Economic Effects
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Removing Four Dams to Restore Fish
PG&E asked to amend its Battle Creek Hydroelectric Project to remove four dams — South Diversion Dam, Soap Creek Feeder Diversion Dam, Lower Ripley Creek Feeder Diversion Dam, and Coleman Diversion Dam — as part of Phase 2 of the Battle Creek Salmon and Steelhead Restoration Project on Battle Creek in Shasta and Tehama counties, California. The stated purpose of the change is to restore fish habitat.
EA Review and Public Comment Deadline
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission staff will prepare an environmental assessment (EA) analyzing the Phase 2 amendment, with planned completion of the EA on April 7, 2025. The EA will be issued for public review, all comments will be considered in the Commission's final decision, and the Commission's Office of Public Participation can help landowners, community organizations, and Tribal members submit filings or comments.
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