2026-00983Notice

Hell's Canyon Hydro: FERC Drafts Fish-Friendly Power Update

Published Date: 1/20/2026

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Summary

Idaho Power is updating its license to keep running the Hells Canyon hydropower project on the Snake River, which powers homes in Idaho and Oregon. A new draft report shows how the project affects the environment, especially fish like salmon and steelhead, and includes changes agreed on with state officials. The final decision timeline has shifted, so folks should watch for upcoming deadlines and possible costs tied to these environmental fixes.

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