Robertson Power Applies for FERC Permit to Generate Buzz
Published Date: 11/24/2025
Notice
Summary
Robertson Power Company wants to study building a small hydroelectric project at the Somersworth Mill dam in New Hampshire and Maine. If approved, they get first dibs to apply for a full license but can’t start construction yet. People have until early December 2024 to share their thoughts or compete for the project rights.
Analyzed Economic Effects
3 provisions identified: 3 benefits, 0 costs, 0 mixed.
Preliminary Permit Gives Filing Priority
Robertson Power filed a preliminary permit application on October 31, 2024 for the Somersworth Mill Hydroelectric Project. If FERC issues a preliminary permit, the permit holder gets priority to file a full license application during the permit term, but that permit does not allow starting construction.
Property Rights Protected From Permit Work
A preliminary permit, if issued, does not allow the permit holder to do land‑disturbing work or to enter lands or waters owned by others without the owners' express permission. This protects landowners near the Somersworth Mill dam from unpermitted entry or construction.
FERC Offers Public Participation Help
FERC's Office of Public Participation (OPP) will help members of the public — including landowners, community organizations, and Tribal members — access project information and make filings like comments or motions to intervene. OPP can be contacted at (202) 502-6595 or OPP@ferc.gov for assistance.
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