Town Plans Eco Check for River Hydro Project
Published Date: 9/11/2025
Notice
Summary
The Town of Wells wants to renew the license for its small hydroelectric project on the Sacandaga River. The government will prepare an Environmental Assessment to check if the project affects the environment before making a final decision. The assessment will be ready by September 8, 2026, and the public can share their thoughts during a 30-day comment period.
Analyzed Economic Effects
1 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 0 costs, 0 mixed.
Public 30‑Day Comment Window
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission will issue an Environmental Assessment (EA) for the 698‑kilowatt Lake Algonquin Hydroelectric Project on the Sacandaga River. The EA will be issued on September 8, 2026, and will be open for a 30‑day public comment period during which landowners, community organizations, Tribal members, and other interested parties can submit comments that the Commission will consider in its final licensing decision.
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