Chignik Alaska Seeks to Surrender Remote Hydroelectric Project License
Published Date: 3/23/2026
Notice
Summary
The City of Chignik in Alaska wants to give up its license to run the Chignik Hydroelectric Project on Indian Creek. This means the city will stop operating the hydroelectric plant, and the public has until April 17, 2026, to share their thoughts or objections. If you care about local energy or the environment, now’s the time to speak up!
Analyzed Economic Effects
2 provisions identified: 0 benefits, 0 costs, 2 mixed.
City Surrenders Hydroelectric License
The City of Chignik filed on March 2, 2026 to surrender the license for the Chignik Hydroelectric Project (Project No. 620-025). The filing starts a public comment period that ends April 17, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time, during which people may file comments, protests, or motions to intervene.
Redevelopment Under State Jurisdiction
The licensee says it will redevelop the site as a replacement water supply line and a hydroelectric facility under the jurisdiction of the State of Alaska. On January 22, 2026, Commission staff issued an order (194 FERC ¶ 62,031) finding that a FERC license would not be required for the redeveloped project.
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