2026-02064Notice

Ohio Power and Light, LLC; Notice Of Schedule for The Final License Order for The Robert C. Byrd Locks and Dam Hydroelectric Project

Published Date: 2/2/2026

Notice

Summary

Ohio Power and Light is moving forward with plans to build a hydroelectric project at the Robert C. Byrd Locks and Dam. The final license decision is expected by March 18, 2027, after completing environmental and water quality reviews. This affects local communities and energy users by potentially adding clean, renewable power to the grid without immediate cost changes.

Analyzed Economic Effects

1 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 0 costs, 0 mixed.

Final license set by March 18, 2027

You could see a new hydroelectric project move forward if the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission issues the final license by March 18, 2027. The Commission says that date depends on completing consultation under the Endangered Species Act section 7 and getting a Clean Water Act section 401 water quality certification, and an Environmental Assessment was anticipated for issuance on September 29, 2026.

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Key Dates

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2/2/2026
3/18/2027

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