Chignik Ditches Old Dam for Modern Water Plan
Published Date: 6/3/2026
Notice
Summary
The City of Chignik, Alaska, plans to give up its old hydroelectric project license and build a new water supply and power system that better serves the community. This change, supported by local funding, means the federal government will review the environmental impact and share their findings by late August 2026. Residents and stakeholders can comment on the review before a final decision is made.
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Federal EA Due August 25, 2026
You live in or care about Chignik, Alaska: the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission plans to issue an environmental assessment (EA) for the City's proposed replacement water supply and hydroelectric project by August 25, 2026. The EA will be published for a 30-day public comment period, and all comments filed during that period will be reviewed and considered in the Commission's final decision.
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