Federal Register #P15045002

Environmental Assessment Notice for New Cumberland Hydroelectric Project, WV

This notice announces the availability of an environmental assessment for the New Cumberland Hydroelectric Project by Current Hydro Project 19, LLC at the New Cumberland Locks and Dam in Hancock County, West Virginia. - Government Buyer: - Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), Department of Energy - U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (federal land administrator) - Project Overview: - Environmental assessment covers construction, operation, and maintenance of the New Cumberland Hydroelectric Project (Project No. 15045) - Project site: New Cumberland Locks and Dam, Ohio River, Hancock County, WV - Involves 2.82 acres of federal land - Key Details: - Assessment finds no significant environmental impact with proper protective measures - Public invited to review and comment on the assessment - Procurement Information: - No procurement of goods or services is requested - No OEMs, vendors, or specific products/services are mentioned in this notice

Description

This notice announces the availability of the environmental assessment for the Current Hydro Project 19, LLC. The assessment evaluates the environmental impacts of the project located at the New Cumberland Locks and Dam on the Ohio River in Hancock County, West Virginia. The project affects 2.82 acres of federal land administered by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. The assessment concludes that the project, with appropriate environmental protective measures, would not significantly affect the quality of the human environment. Public comments are invited by June 4, 2026.

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