Colorado Utility Plans Pipe to Bypass Troubled Dam Site
Published Date: 9/12/2025
Notice
Summary
Public Service Company of Colorado is planning to build a temporary pipeline to divert water around a dam in Georgetown, Colorado, to keep things safe and protect water quality while the dam gets decommissioned. The government will study the environmental impact and expects to finish this review by November 12, 2025. Local communities, landowners, and environmental groups should stay tuned and can share their thoughts during the review process.
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Temporary 200 cfs Stream Bypass Built
If you live near Georgetown or Clear Creek counties, Colorado, the licensee will construct a temporary stream bypass pipeline that can divert up to 200 cubic feet per second (cfs) of South Clear Creek around the Forebay Reservoir and Dam. The notice says required minimum flows will still be released but the delivery method will change while the dam is being decommissioned.
Public Review and Assistance Opportunity
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission will prepare an Environmental Assessment (EA) for the project and plans to complete the EA by November 12, 2025. Members of the public — including landowners, environmental justice communities, Tribal members, and others — can file comments, motions to intervene, or protests, and the Commission's Office of Public Participation offers assistance to help people access information and make filings.
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