Ampersand Dam Hydro Gets Green Light to Keep Flowing Through 2027
Published Date: 5/11/2026
Notice
Summary
Ampersand Hollow Dam Hydro, LLC gets the green light to keep running their hydroelectric project from May 1, 2026, through April 30, 2027, or until a new license is issued. This means no interruptions in power or operations while the licensing process moves forward. If no new license is ready by then, the current license automatically renews, keeping the energy flowing smoothly without extra paperwork or delays.
Analyzed Economic Effects
1 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 0 costs, 0 mixed.
Hydro Project Operation Continues
If you receive electricity from the Hollow Dam Hydroelectric Project, the project is authorized to keep operating from May 1, 2026 through April 30, 2027, or until a new license is issued. If a new license is not issued by April 30, 2027, the annual license automatically renews without further action by the Commission.
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