Georgia Power Files for Minor River Project Adjustments
Published Date: 9/11/2025
Notice
Summary
Georgia Power wants to make some changes to their North Georgia hydroelectric project on the Savannah River basin, but these changes won’t affect how much power it produces. People living in parts of Georgia and South Carolina near the project might notice updates, and the public has until October 8, 2025, to share their thoughts or get involved. No big money changes are expected, but it’s a chance to speak up about the project’s future!
Analyzed Economic Effects
2 provisions identified: 2 benefits, 0 costs, 0 mixed.
Spillway Upgrade at Burton Dam
Georgia Power plans to replace bottom-hinged spillway gates with an Obermeyer gate system and build a control building at the Burton Development. Work is expected to begin in 2026, take 18 to 24 months, will be performed behind a bulkhead so no reservoir drawdown is required, and ground disturbance is limited to less than one acre (no NPDES permit required).
Public Comment and Intervention Window
The public may file comments, motions to intervene, or protests on the application with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission by October 8, 2025, 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time. Only those who file a motion to intervene in accordance with the Commission's rules may become a party to the proceeding.
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