Government Checks Hydro Dam's Eco-Impact on Virginia River
Published Date: 5/22/2025
Notice
Summary
Eagle Creek Reusens Hydro, LLC is applying for a new license to keep running their hydroelectric project on the James River in Virginia. The government is now ready to review the environmental impact and wants your comments by July 12, 2025. This affects local communities and energy users, with decisions that could shape the river’s future and energy production.
Analyzed Economic Effects
2 provisions identified: 2 benefits, 0 costs, 0 mixed.
Public comment window: July 12, 2025
You can submit comments, recommendations, terms and conditions, and prescriptions on the Reusens Hydroelectric Project by 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time on July 12, 2025. If you want to reply to other filings, reply comments are due by 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time on August 26, 2025; file electronically via FERC's eFiling or eComment systems or send paper copies to the addresses listed.
FERC help for public participation
FERC's Office of Public Participation (OPP) will help members of the public — including landowners, community organizations, and Tribal members — access information and navigate Commission processes for filings such as interventions, comments, or requests for rehearing. OPP contact information is provided: phone (202) 502-6595 and email [email protected].
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