Green Light for Water Use in Susquehanna Basin
Published Date: 1/21/2025
Notice
Summary
The Susquehanna River Basin Commission just gave the green light to several water use projects, letting folks use water in new ways without extra hassle. If you live or work near the Susquehanna River, these changes could affect how water is shared and used. Keep an eye out for deadlines and possible costs tied to these approvals happening right now!
Analyzed Economic Effects
2 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 1 costs, 0 mixed.
New approvals allow more water use
If you live or work near the Susquehanna River, the Susquehanna River Basin Commission approved projects that allow new consumptive uses of water under 'Approvals by Rule' during the period set forth in DATES. These approvals let people use water in new ways without extra hassle, as described in the notice.
Approvals may create deadlines and costs
If you live or work near the Susquehanna River, the notice warns that there are deadlines and possible costs tied to these approved projects during the period set forth in DATES. The Commission tells readers to keep an eye out for those deadlines and potential costs.
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Related Federal Register Documents
2026-14152, Minor Modification Approval
The Susquehanna River Basin Commission gave the green light to small changes for projects during June 2026. For example, Chobani, LLC got approval to add a new water source for their Well 4 in New York. These tweaks help projects run smoother without big delays or extra costs.
2026-14151, Projects Approved for Consumptive Uses of Water
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2026-14150, Grandfathering Registration Notice
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2026-11968, Projects Approved for Consumptive Uses of Water
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2026-11967, Actions Taken at the June 4, 2026 Meeting
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