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The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission has received an application from Southern California Edison Company for a new major license for the Rush Creek Hydroelectric Project located in Mono County, California. The existing facilities include several dams, a powerhouse, and related infrastructure, but SCE plans to decommission operations at two dams and retrofit another while continuing operations at the powerhouse. The application process will follow a set procedural schedule, and the project is currently not ready for environmental analysis. Interested parties can view the documents on FERC's website and participate in the process through the Office of Public Participation.

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has accepted for filing an application by Eagle Creek Hydro Power, LLC and its affiliates for a new major license for the Swinging Bridge Hydroelectric Project located on the Mongaup River and Black Lake Creek in Sullivan County, New York. This project includes three developments: Toronto, Cliff Lake, and Swinging Bridge, each comprising various reservoirs, dams, and powerhouses that together generate around 11,639 megawatt-hours annually. The Commission encourages participation through comments, protests, or motions to intervene, with a set deadline for submissions. The application will be processed according to a specific procedural schedule, and final amendments must be submitted within 30 days of the notice date.

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission has accepted for filing a hydroelectric application from the Town of Wells for the Lake Algonquin Hydroelectric Project on the Sacandaga River in New York. The project consists of various facilities including a dam, a powerhouse, and a transmission line. Public comments, protests, or motions to intervene must be filed within 60 days of the notice date, while the Commission schedules procedural steps such as the issuance of scoping documents and a notice of readiness for environmental analysis throughout April to June 2025. The Commission encourages electronic filing and participation in the process.

Ampersand Gilman Hydro, LP has submitted a new application to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission for a major license to continue operating the Gilman Hydroelectric Project. The project is located on the Connecticut River, straddling Vermont and New Hampshire, and does not occupy any federal or tribal lands. It consists of a dam, fish passage system, powerhouse, and transmission line, with an average annual generation of 25,000 megawatt-hours. Public comments and recommendations on the application are accepted within 60 days from the notice issue date, with electronic filing encouraged through the Commission's website.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is proposing a change to the airspace rules around Gila Bend AF Aux Airport in Arizona. This proposal aims to amend the Class D airspace around the airport by updating its geographic coordinates and to revoke the existing Class E airspace starting from 700 feet above ground, as it is no longer necessary. This update is part of a regular review of airspace. The FAA invites the public to comment on this proposal by April 9, 2021, to help refine the decision-making process.

Brookfield White Pine Hydro LLC has filed a new major license application for the Hiram Hydroelectric Project located on the Saco River in Maine. The project, which does not affect federal lands, includes a dam, powerhouse, and transmission facilities, generating an average of 45,142 megawatt-hours annually. The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) is accepting public comments, motions to intervene, and protests regarding the application. FERC plans to conduct an environmental analysis following the latest regulations, and interested parties are encouraged to file electronically through their system or by mail within specified deadlines.

The Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation has submitted a request to obtain public land and mineral rights as compensation for lands not received under Montana's Statehood Act. This action is pursuant to the Taylor Grazing Act and involves the classification of 5,816.63 acres as suitable for transfer to the state. Any land not needed for this purpose will be opened to public land laws. The public can comment or request a review of this classification by February 22, 2021.

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission has accepted a new major license application for the Rio Hydroelectric Project located on the Mongaup River in New York. Interested parties can submit motions to intervene, protests, and comments within 60 days from the notice's publication date. The Eagle Creek companies have applied for a license to continue operating this energy project, which includes various structures like reservoirs, spillways, and powerhouses. The project generates around 24,859 megawatt-hours of electricity annually. Anyone can view the application online and participate by submitting their comments or interventions according to the Commission's guidelines.

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) announced that Walden Hydro, LLC has filed an application for a new major license for the Walden Hydroelectric Project in New York. The project is located on the Wallkill River and involves existing structures but does not occupy federal land. Public comments and recommendations on the application are invited within 60 days of the notice date, with replies due within 105 days. FERC will conduct an environmental analysis following updated regulations, and the project is proposed to continue in a run-of-river mode without operational changes.

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has announced that a new major license application for the Townsend Water Power Project on the Beaver River in Pennsylvania is ready for environmental analysis. The application was filed by the Beaver Falls Municipal Authority and involves various project facilities including a dam, reservoir, and power generation units with a total capacity of 5,000 kilowatts. Interested parties have 60 days from the notice's issuance date to submit comments, recommendations, or prescriptions. FERC encourages electronic submission through their eFiling system and provides contact details for support and further information.