Company Seeks Permit to Study Arkansas Dam Power
Published Date: 6/9/2026
Notice
Summary
Millwood Hydro AE, LLC wants to study building a new hydroelectric power project at Millwood Dam in Arkansas. If approved, they get first dibs to apply for a license to generate clean energy, but no construction can start yet. People have until August 3, 2026, 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
If the Commission issues the preliminary permit, the permit holder gets priority to file a license application for the Millwood Hydroelectric Project at Millwood Dam in Arkansas. The permit does not let anyone start construction; it only preserves the right to apply for a license.
No Entry or Construction Without Permission
A preliminary permit does not authorize land‑disturbing activities or any entry onto lands or waters owned by others without the owners' express permission. If you own land around Millwood Dam in Arkansas, the applicant cannot enter or start work without your consent.
Public Comment & Competing Filing Deadline
People and companies have until 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time on August 3, 2026, to file comments, motions to intervene, competing applications, or notices of intent about the Millwood Hydroelectric Project. Competing applications and notices of intent must follow the requirements in 18 CFR 4.36.
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