Grandpa's Water Rights: Old Projects Dodge New Permit Fees
Published Date: 3/12/2026
Notice
Summary
If you have water projects in the Susquehanna River Basin, this notice is for you! The Susquehanna River Basin Commission is listing projects that got special 'grandfathered' registration during February 2026, meaning they’re officially recognized under old rules. This helps certain companies keep using water without new fees or permits, but only if they registered by February 28, 2026.
Analyzed Economic Effects
2 provisions identified: 2 benefits, 0 costs, 0 mixed.
Crystal Lake Project: GF Registration
The Susquehanna River Basin Commission listed a Grandfathering (GF) Registration for Pennsylvania‑American Water Company’s Crystal Lake Service Territory (GF Certificate No. GF-202602310). The certificate was issued on February 3, 2026, covering projects in Bear Creek and Fairview Townships, Luzerne County, PA, including Crystal Lake Reservoir and named tributaries.
Steelton Quarry: GF Registration
The Susquehanna River Basin Commission listed a Grandfathering (GF) Registration for New Enterprise Stone & Lime Co., Inc.’s Steelton Quarry (GF Certificate No. GF-202602311). The certificate was issued on February 25, 2026, for the Steelton Borough and Swatara Township, Dauphin County, PA project, noting quarry sump and consumptive use.
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