Pacific Gas & Electric has applied for a temporary change in water flow from the Haas-Kings Hydroelectric Project in California, specifically to stop supplemental water releases into Dinkey Creek for a period in early 2025. This is necessary to replace and test a turbine shut-off valve, which requires dewatering parts of the system. The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) examined the environmental impact of this change and concluded it wouldn't significantly affect the environment. The detailed Environmental Assessment (EA) is available on the FERC website, and public inquiries can be directed to the Commission's Office of Public Participation.
Simple Explanation
Pacific Gas & Electric needs to fix a part of their water power system, so they want to stop letting extra water flow into a creek for a little while, and experts say it won't hurt the environment much. If people have questions, they can ask the group in charge for more details.