Notice of Applications Accepted for Filing and Soliciting Comments, Motions To Intervene, and Protests, 72823-72824 [E5-6938]

Download as PDF Federal Register / Vol. 70, No. 234 / Wednesday, December 7, 2005 / Notices Regulatory Commission, at the above address. A copy of any protest or motion to intervene must be served upon each representative of the applicant specified in the particular application. A copy of all other filings in reference to this application must be accompanied by proof of service on all persons listed in the service list prepared by the Commission in this proceeding, in accordance with 18 CFR 4.34(b) and 385.2010. Magalie R. Salas, Secretary. [FR Doc. E5–6930 Filed 12–6–05; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 6717–01–P DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY Federal Energy Regulatory Commission Notice of Applications Accepted for Filing and Soliciting Comments, Motions To Intervene, and Protests November 29, 2005. Take notice that the following hydroelectric applications have been filed with the Commission and are available for public inspection: a. Type of Applications: Preliminary Permit. b. Applicant, Project Numbers, and Dates Filed: Black River Felts Mills, LLC filed the applications for Project No. 12622–000 and Project No. 12623–000 on October 26, 2005. c. Name of the projects: Lower Dam Project (P–12622); Upper Dam Project (P–12623). The projects would be located on the Black River in Jefferson County, New York. The proposed dams are to be located at the site of an existing breached dam currently owned by Eric Boulevard HydroPower, L.P. d. Filed Pursuant to: Federal Power Act, 16 U.S.C. 791a–825r. e. Applicant Contacts: Black River Felts Mills, LLC: Mr. William A. Garnett, Member Manager; Steven Courtney, Member Manager; Terence Darby, Member Manager; Black River Energy, LLC; 6000 Fairview Road, Suite 600; Charlotte, North Carolina 28270, (704) 553–3036; James C. Liles, Regulatory Advisor, Milbank, Tweed, Hadley & McCloy, LLC; 1850 K Street, NW., 11th Floor, Washington, DC 20006, (202) 835–7545. f. FERC Contact: Etta Foster, (202) 502–8769. g. Deadline for filing comments, protests, and motions to intervene: 60 days from the issuance date of this notice. The Commission’s Rules of Practice and Procedure require all interveners VerDate Aug<31>2005 13:01 Dec 06, 2005 Jkt 208001 filing documents with the Commission to serve a copy of that document on each person in the official service list for the project. Further, if an intervener files comments or documents with the Commission relating to the merits of an issue that may affect the responsibilities of a particular resource agency, they must also serve a copy of the document on that resource agency. h. Description of Projects: The proposed Lower Dam would consist of: (1) A proposed earth dike approximately 590 feet long; (2) a proposed intake structure constructed on the left side of the south channel spillway; (3) a reservoir with a normal pool elevation of 589 feet, a gross storage capacity of approximately 850 acre-feet and a surface area of approximately 140 acres; (4) a proposed powerhouse containing two or more generating units with an installed capacity of 8 megawatts (MW); (5) a tailrace channel downstream of the powerhouse; (6) a new 115-kV overhead transmission line; and (7) appurtenant facilities. The Black River Felts Mills, LLC’s Lower Dam Project, would have an estimated average annual generation of 40,000 MWh (megawatt-hours) and would be sold to a local utility. The proposed Upper Dam would consist of: (1) A proposed concrete gravity dam approximately 320 feet long with gated control facilities; (2) a proposed intake structure; (3) a reservoir with a normal maximum pool elevation of approximately 609 feet, a gross storage capacity of 1,100 acre-feet, and a surface area of 220 acres; (4) a proposed powerhouse containing two or more generating units with a total installed capacity of 5 MW; (5) a proposed tailrace channel; (6) a new overhead 115-kV transmission line; and (7) appurtenant facilities. The Upper Dam Project would have an estimated average annual generation of 24,500 MWh and would be sold to a local utility. i. Locations of Applications: A copy of the application is available for inspection and reproduction at the Commission in the Public Reference Room, located at 888 First Street NE., Room 2A, Washington DC 20426, or by calling (202) 502–8371. This filing may also be viewed on the Commission’s Web site at https://www.ferc.gov using the ‘‘eLibrary’’ link. Enter the docket number excluding the last three digits in the docket number field to access the document. For assistance, call toll-free 1–866–208–3676 or e-mail FERCOnlineSupport@ferc.gov. For TTY, call (202) 502–8659. A copy is also available for inspection and reproduction at the address in item e above. PO 00000 Frm 00046 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 72823 j. Individuals desiring to be included on the Commission’s mailing list should so indicate by writing to the Secretary of the Commission. k. Competing Preliminary Permit— Anyone desiring to file a competing application for preliminary permit for a proposed project must submit the competing application itself, or a notice of intent to file such an application, to the Commission on or before the specified comment date for the particular application (see 18 CFR 4.36). Submission of a timely notice of intent allows an interested person to file the competing preliminary permit application no later than 30 days after the specified comment date for the particular application. A competing preliminary permit application must conform with 18 CFR 4.30(b) and 4.36. l. Competing Development Application—Any qualified development applicant desiring to file a competing development application must submit to the Commission, on or before a specified comment date for the particular application, either a competing development application or a notice of intent to file such an application. Submission of a timely notice of intent to file a development application allows an interested person to file the competing application no later than 120 days after the specified comment date for the particular application. A competing license application must conform with 18 CFR 4.30(b) and 4.36. m. Notice of Intent—A notice of intent must specify the exact name, business address, and telephone number of the prospective applicant, and must include an unequivocal statement of intent to submit, if such an application may be filed, either a preliminary permit application or a development application (specify which type of application). A notice of intent must be served on the applicant(s) named in this public notice. n. Proposed Scope of Studies under Permit—A preliminary permit, if issued, does not authorize construction. The term of the proposed preliminary permit would be 36 months. The work proposed under the preliminary permit would include economic analysis, preparation of preliminary engineering plans, and a study of environmental impacts. Based on the results of these studies, the Applicant would decide whether to proceed with the preparation of a development application to construct and operate the project. o. Comments, Protests, or Motions To Intervene—Anyone may submit comments, a protest, or a motion to intervene in accordance with the E:\FR\FM\07DEN1.SGM 07DEN1 72824 Federal Register / Vol. 70, No. 234 / Wednesday, December 7, 2005 / Notices requirements of Rules of Practice and Procedure, 18 CFR 385.210, .211, .214. In determining the appropriate action to take, the Commission will consider all protests or other comments filed, but only those who file a motion to intervene in accordance with the Commission’s Rules may become a party to the proceeding. Any comments, protests, or motions to intervene must be received on or before the specified comment date for the particular application. Comments, protests and interventions may be filed electronically via the Internet in lieu of paper; See 18 CFR 385.2001 (a)(1)(iii) and the instructions on the Commission’s web site under ‘‘efiling’’ link. The Commission strongly encourages electronic filing. p. Filing and Service of Responsive Documents—Any filings must bear in all capital letters the title ‘‘COMMENTS’’, ‘‘RECOMMENDATIONS FOR TERMS AND CONDITIONS’’, ‘‘PROTEST’’, OR ‘‘MOTION TO INTERVENE’’, as applicable, and the Project Number of the particular application to which the filing refers. Any of the above-named documents must be filed by providing the original and the number of copies provided by the Commission’s regulations to: The Secretary, Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, 888 First Street, NE., Washington, DC 20426. A copy of any motion to intervene must also be served upon each representative of the Applicant specified in the particular application. q. Agency Comments—Federal, state, and local agencies are invited to file comments on the described application. A copy of the application may be obtained by agencies directly from the Applicant. If an agency does not file comments within the time specified for filing comments, it will be presumed to have no comments. One copy of an agency’s comments must also be sent to the Applicant’s representatives. Magalie R. Salas, Secretary. [FR Doc. E5–6938 Filed 12–6–05; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 6717–01–P DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY Federal Energy Regulatory Commission Notice of Application To Amend License and Soliciting Comments, Motions To Intervene, and Protests November 29, 2005. Take notice that the following hydroelectric application has been filed VerDate Aug<31>2005 13:01 Dec 06, 2005 Jkt 208001 with the Commission and is available for public inspection: a. Application Type: Non-project use of project lands and waters. b. Project No.: 271–084. c. Date Filed: November 7, 2005. d. Applicant: Entergy Arkansas, Inc. (Entergy). e. Name of Project: Carpenter-Remmel Project. f. Location: The project is located on the Quachita River in Hot Springs and Garland Counties, Arkansas. The project does not occupy any Federal or tribal lands. The proposed non-project use would be located on Hamilton Lake near the town of Hot Springs in Garland County, Arkansas. g. Filed Pursuant to: Federal Power Act 16 U.S.C. 791(a) through 825(r). h. Applicant Contact: Blake Hogue, Lakes and Property Coordinator, Hydro Operations, Entergy Arkansas, Inc., 141 West County Line Road, Malvern, AR 72104. Phone: (501) 844–2148. i. FERC Contact: Gina Krump, gina.krump@ferc.gov, 202–502–6704. j. Deadline for filing comments and or motions: December 30, 2005. All documents (original and eight copies) should be filed with Ms. Magalie R. Salas, Secretary, Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, 888 First Street, NE., Washington, DC 20426. Comments, protests, and interventions may be filed electronically via the Internet in lieu of paper. See, 18 CFR 385.2001(a)(1)(iii) and the instructions on the Commission’s website under the ‘‘e-Filing’’ link. Please reference ‘‘Carpenter-Remmel Project, FERC Project No.271–084’’ on any comments or motions filed. k. Description of the Application: Entergy requests Commission approval to permit Hunnicutt Development, Inc. (HDI) to construct two docks with 11 boat slips and a 500-foot-long boardwalk to be used by patrons of a new condominium development known as Woodland Estates. HDI also proposes to place riprap along the entire length of the boardwalk to stabilize the shoreline. No dredging or other shoreline development activities are proposed. l. Locations of the Application: This filing is available for review at the Commission in the Public Reference Room or may be viewed on the Commission’s Web site at https:// www.ferc.gov using the ‘‘eLibrary’’ link. Enter the docket number excluding the last three digits in the docket number field to access the document. For assistance, please contact FERC Online Support at FERCOnlineSupport@ferc.gov or tollfree at (866) 208–3676, or for TTY, contact (202) 502–8659. A copy is also PO 00000 Frm 00047 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 available for inspection and reproduction at the address in item (h) above. m. Individuals desiring to be included on the Commission’s mailing list should so indicate by writing to the Secretary of the Commission. n. Comments, Protests, or Motions to Intervene: Anyone may submit comments, a protest, or a motion to intervene in accordance with the requirements of Rules of Practice and Procedure, 18 CFR 385.210, .211, .214. In determining the appropriate action to take, the Commission will consider all protests or other comments filed, but only those who file a motion to intervene in accordance with the Commission’s Rules may become a party to the proceeding. Any comments, protests, or motions to intervene must be received on or before the specified comment date for the particular application. o. Filing and Service of Responsive Documents: Any filings must bear in all capital letters the title ‘‘COMMENTS’’, ‘‘RECOMMENDATIONS FOR TERMS AND CONDITIONS’’, ‘‘PROTEST’’, OR ‘‘MOTION TO INTERVENE’’, as applicable, and the Project Number of the particular application to which the filing refers. Any of the above-named documents must be filed by providing the original and the number of copies provided by the Commission’s regulations to: The Secretary, Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, 888 First Street NE., Mail Stop PJ–12.1, Washington, DC 20426. A copy of any motion to intervene must also be served upon each representative of the Applicant specified in the particular application. p. Agency Comments: Federal, state, and local agencies are invited to file comments on the described application. A copy of the application may be obtained by agencies directly from the Applicant. If an agency does not file comments within the time specified for filing comments, it will be presumed to have no comments. One copy of an agency’s comments must also be sent to the Applicant’s representatives. Magalie R. Salas, Secretary. [FR Doc. E5–6939 Filed 12–6–05; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 6717–01–P E:\FR\FM\07DEN1.SGM 07DEN1

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[Federal Register Volume 70, Number 234 (Wednesday, December 7, 2005)]
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DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY

Federal Energy Regulatory Commission


Notice of Applications Accepted for Filing and Soliciting 
Comments, Motions To Intervene, and Protests

November 29, 2005.
    Take notice that the following hydroelectric applications have been 
filed with the Commission and are available for public inspection:
    a. Type of Applications: Preliminary Permit.
    b. Applicant, Project Numbers, and Dates Filed: Black River Felts 
Mills, LLC filed the applications for Project No. 12622-000 and Project 
No. 12623-000 on October 26, 2005.
    c. Name of the projects: Lower Dam Project (P-12622); Upper Dam 
Project (P-12623). The projects would be located on the Black River in 
Jefferson County, New York. The proposed dams are to be located at the 
site of an existing breached dam currently owned by Eric Boulevard 
HydroPower, L.P.
    d. Filed Pursuant to: Federal Power Act, 16 U.S.C. 791a-825r.
    e. Applicant Contacts: Black River Felts Mills, LLC: Mr. William A. 
Garnett, Member Manager; Steven Courtney, Member Manager; Terence 
Darby, Member Manager; Black River Energy, LLC; 6000 Fairview Road, 
Suite 600; Charlotte, North Carolina 28270, (704) 553-3036; James C. 
Liles, Regulatory Advisor, Milbank, Tweed, Hadley & McCloy, LLC; 1850 K 
Street, NW., 11th Floor, Washington, DC 20006, (202) 835-7545.
    f. FERC Contact: Etta Foster, (202) 502-8769.
    g. Deadline for filing comments, protests, and motions to 
intervene: 60 days from the issuance date of this notice.
    The Commission's Rules of Practice and Procedure require all 
interveners filing documents with the Commission to serve a copy of 
that document on each person in the official service list for the 
project. Further, if an intervener files comments or documents with the 
Commission relating to the merits of an issue that may affect the 
responsibilities of a particular resource agency, they must also serve 
a copy of the document on that resource agency.
    h. Description of Projects: The proposed Lower Dam would consist 
of: (1) A proposed earth dike approximately 590 feet long; (2) a 
proposed intake structure constructed on the left side of the south 
channel spillway; (3) a reservoir with a normal pool elevation of 589 
feet, a gross storage capacity of approximately 850 acre-feet and a 
surface area of approximately 140 acres; (4) a proposed powerhouse 
containing two or more generating units with an installed capacity of 8 
megawatts (MW); (5) a tailrace channel downstream of the powerhouse; 
(6) a new 115-kV overhead transmission line; and (7) appurtenant 
facilities. The Black River Felts Mills, LLC's Lower Dam Project, would 
have an estimated average annual generation of 40,000 MWh (megawatt-
hours) and would be sold to a local utility.
    The proposed Upper Dam would consist of: (1) A proposed concrete 
gravity dam approximately 320 feet long with gated control facilities; 
(2) a proposed intake structure; (3) a reservoir with a normal maximum 
pool elevation of approximately 609 feet, a gross storage capacity of 
1,100 acre-feet, and a surface area of 220 acres; (4) a proposed 
powerhouse containing two or more generating units with a total 
installed capacity of 5 MW; (5) a proposed tailrace channel; (6) a new 
overhead 115-kV transmission line; and (7) appurtenant facilities. The 
Upper Dam Project would have an estimated average annual generation of 
24,500 MWh and would be sold to a local utility.
    i. Locations of Applications: A copy of the application is 
available for inspection and reproduction at the Commission in the 
Public Reference Room, located at 888 First Street NE., Room 2A, 
Washington DC 20426, or by calling (202) 502-8371. This filing may also 
be viewed on the Commission's Web site at https://www.ferc.gov using the 
``eLibrary'' link. Enter the docket number excluding the last three 
digits in the docket number field to access the document. For 
assistance, call toll-free 1-866-208-3676 or e-mail 
FERCOnlineSupport@ferc.gov. For TTY, call (202) 502-8659. A copy is 
also available for inspection and reproduction at the address in item e 
above.
    j. Individuals desiring to be included on the Commission's mailing 
list should so indicate by writing to the Secretary of the Commission.
    k. Competing Preliminary Permit--Anyone desiring to file a 
competing application for preliminary permit for a proposed project 
must submit the competing application itself, or a notice of intent to 
file such an application, to the Commission on or before the specified 
comment date for the particular application (see 18 CFR 4.36). 
Submission of a timely notice of intent allows an interested person to 
file the competing preliminary permit application no later than 30 days 
after the specified comment date for the particular application. A 
competing preliminary permit application must conform with 18 CFR 
4.30(b) and 4.36.
    l. Competing Development Application--Any qualified development 
applicant desiring to file a competing development application must 
submit to the Commission, on or before a specified comment date for the 
particular application, either a competing development application or a 
notice of intent to file such an application. Submission of a timely 
notice of intent to file a development application allows an interested 
person to file the competing application no later than 120 days after 
the specified comment date for the particular application. A competing 
license application must conform with 18 CFR 4.30(b) and 4.36.
    m. Notice of Intent--A notice of intent must specify the exact 
name, business address, and telephone number of the prospective 
applicant, and must include an unequivocal statement of intent to 
submit, if such an application may be filed, either a preliminary 
permit application or a development application (specify which type of 
application). A notice of intent must be served on the applicant(s) 
named in this public notice.
    n. Proposed Scope of Studies under Permit--A preliminary permit, if 
issued, does not authorize construction. The term of the proposed 
preliminary permit would be 36 months. The work proposed under the 
preliminary permit would include economic analysis, preparation of 
preliminary engineering plans, and a study of environmental impacts. 
Based on the results of these studies, the Applicant would decide 
whether to proceed with the preparation of a development application to 
construct and operate the project.
    o. Comments, Protests, or Motions To Intervene--Anyone may submit 
comments, a protest, or a motion to intervene in accordance with the

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requirements of Rules of Practice and Procedure, 18 CFR 385.210, .211, 
.214. In determining the appropriate action to take, the Commission 
will consider all protests or other comments filed, but only those who 
file a motion to intervene in accordance with the Commission's Rules 
may become a party to the proceeding. Any comments, protests, or 
motions to intervene must be received on or before the specified 
comment date for the particular application.
    Comments, protests and interventions may be filed electronically 
via the Internet in lieu of paper; See 18 CFR 385.2001 (a)(1)(iii) and 
the instructions on the Commission's web site under ``e-filing'' link. 
The Commission strongly encourages electronic filing.
    p. Filing and Service of Responsive Documents--Any filings must 
bear in all capital letters the title ``COMMENTS'', ``RECOMMENDATIONS 
FOR TERMS AND CONDITIONS'', ``PROTEST'', OR ``MOTION TO INTERVENE'', as 
applicable, and the Project Number of the particular application to 
which the filing refers. Any of the above-named documents must be filed 
by providing the original and the number of copies provided by the 
Commission's regulations to: The Secretary, Federal Energy Regulatory 
Commission, 888 First Street, NE., Washington, DC 20426. A copy of any 
motion to intervene must also be served upon each representative of the 
Applicant specified in the particular application.
    q. Agency Comments--Federal, state, and local agencies are invited 
to file comments on the described application. A copy of the 
application may be obtained by agencies directly from the Applicant. If 
an agency does not file comments within the time specified for filing 
comments, it will be presumed to have no comments. One copy of an 
agency's comments must also be sent to the Applicant's representatives.

Magalie R. Salas,
Secretary.
[FR Doc. E5-6938 Filed 12-6-05; 8:45 am]
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