Government to Study Environmental Impact of Mystery Hydro Project
Published Date: 12/15/2025
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Summary
Current Hydro Project 19, LLC wants to build a new hydroelectric power plant on the Ohio River in West Virginia, using a small part of federal land. The government is preparing an Environmental Assessment to check if the project will affect the environment, with a report expected by June 3, 2026. This means local communities and nature lovers will get a chance to share their thoughts before any final decisions are made.
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