PacifiCorp Backs Out of Hydro Project Water Plan
Published Date: 8/21/2025
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Summary
PacifiCorp has officially pulled back its Water Quality Management Plan for the North Umpqua Hydroelectric Project, effective August 16, 2025. This means no more water quality rules from that plan will apply, and the case is now closed with no objections. If you’re involved with the project, expect no new water quality costs or changes tied to this plan.
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North Umpqua Water Plan Withdrawn
PacifiCorp withdrew its Water Quality Management Plan for the North Umpqua Hydroelectric Project (Project No. 1927). The withdrawal became effective on August 16, 2025, so the plan's water quality rules no longer apply and the proceeding is terminated. If you are involved with the project, expect no new water quality rules or changes tied to that plan.
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