Notice of Applications Accepted for Filing and Soliciting Comments, Motions To Intervene, and Protests, 68605-68606 [E6-19921]

Download as PDF Federal Register / Vol. 71, No. 227 / Monday, November 27, 2006 / Notices Prepare your submission in the same manner as you would if filing on paper and save it to a file on your hard drive. Before you can file comments you will need to create an account by clicking on ‘‘Login to File’’ and then ‘‘New User Account.’’ You will be asked to select the type of filing you are making. This filing is considered a ‘‘Comment on Filing.’’ sroberts on PROD1PC70 with NOTICES Becoming an Intervenor In addition to involvement in the EA scoping process, you may want to become an official party to the proceeding known as an ‘‘intervenor’’. Intervenors play a more formal role in the process. Among other things, intervenors have the right to receive copies of case-related Commission documents and filings by other intervenors. Likewise, each intervenor must send one electronic copy (using the Commission’s e-Filing system) or 14 paper copies of its filings to the Secretary of the Commission and must end a copy of its filings to all other parties on the Commission’s service list for this proceeding. If you want to become an intervenor you must file a motion to intervene according to Rule 214 of the Commission’s Rules of Practice and Procedure (18 CFR 385.214). Only intervenors have the right to seek rehearing of the Commission’s decision. Affected landowners and parties with environmental concerns may be granted intervenor status upon showing good cause by stating that they have a clear and direct interest in this proceeding which would not be adequately represented by any other parties. You do not need intervenor status to have your environmental comments considered. Additional Information Additional information about the project is available from the Commission’s Office of External Affairs at 1–866–208–FERC (3372) or on the FERC Internet Web site (https:// www.ferc.gov). Using the ‘‘eLibrary’’ link, select ‘‘General Search’’ from the eLibrary menu, enter the selected date range and ‘‘Docket Number’’ (i.e., CP06– 465–000), and follow the instructions. For assistance with access to eLibrary, the helpline can be reached at 1–866– 208–3676, TTY (202) 502–8659, or at FERCOnlineSupport@ferc.gov. The eLibrary link on the FERC Internet Web site also provides access to the texts of formal documents issued by the Commission, such as orders, notices, and rule makings. In addition, the Commission now offers a free service called eSubscription which allows you to keep track of all VerDate Aug<31>2005 16:58 Nov 24, 2006 Jkt 211001 formal issuances and submittals in specific dockets. This can reduce the amount of time you spend researching proceedings by automatically providing you with notification of these filings, document summaries and direct links to the documents. Go to https:// www.ferc.gov/esubscribenow.htm. Magalie R. Salas, Secretary. [FR Doc. E6–19918 Filed 11–24–06; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 6717–01–P DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY Federal Energy Regulatory Notice of Applications Accepted for Filing and Soliciting Comments, Motions To Intervene, and Protests November 16, 2006. 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 (Competing). b. Applicants, Project Numbers, and Dates Filed: Mason Dam, LLC filed the application for Project No. 12675–000 on May 11, 2006, at 3:29 PM. Baker County, Oregon filed the application for Project No. 12686–000 on May 23, 2006, at 1:27 PM. c. The name of the project is the Mason Dam Hydroelectric Project. The proposed project would be located on the Powder River, in Baker County, Oregon and would utilize the existing Bureau of Reclamation’s Mason Dam. d. Filed Pursuant to: Federal Power Act, 16 U.S.C. 791a–825r. e. Applicants Contacts: For Mason Dam, LLC: Mr. Brent L. Smith, President, Northwest Power Services, Inc., P. O. Box 535, Rigby, ID 83442, (208) 745–0834. For Baker County, Oregon: Mr. Fred Warner, Jr. Chairman, Baker County Board of Commissioners, 1995 Third Street, Baker City, OR 97814, (541) 523–8200. f. FERC Contact: Tom Papsidero, (202) 502–6002. g. Deadline for filing comments, protests, and motions to intervene: January 23, 2007. The Commission’s Rules of Practice and Procedure require all intervenors 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 intervenor 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 PO 00000 Frm 00077 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 68605 must also serve a copy of the document on that resource agency. h. Description of Projects: The project proposed by Mason Dam, LLC, using the Bureau of Reclamation’s Mason Dam and impoundment, would consist of: (1) A proposed intake structure (2) a proposed 115-foot-long, 54-inchdiameter steel penstock, (4) a proposed powerhouse containing one generating unit having an installed capacity of 2.7 MW, (5) a proposed 1-mile-long, 15–kV transmission line, and (6) appurtenant facilities. The project would have an annual generation of 8 GWh, which would be sold to a local utility. The project proposed by Baker County, Oregon, using the Bureau of Reclamation’s Mason Dam and impoundment, would consist of: (1) A proposed intake structure and penstock, (2) a proposed powerhouse with generating unit(s) having a total installed capacity of 3 megawatts, (3) an existing transmission line and possible additional new transmission line(s), and (4) appurtenant facilities. The project would have an annual generation of 14 GWh, which would be sold to a local utility. i. Locations of Applications: Copies of the applications are 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. These filings may also be viewed on the Commission’s Web site at https:// www.ferc.gov using the ‘‘eLibrary’’ link. Enter the docket numbers 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. Copies are also available for inspection and reproduction at the addresses 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 E:\FR\FM\27NON1.SGM 27NON1 sroberts on PROD1PC70 with NOTICES 68606 Federal Register / Vol. 71, No. 227 / Monday, November 27, 2006 / Notices 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 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- VerDate Aug<31>2005 16:58 Nov 24, 2006 Jkt 211001 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’’, ‘‘COMPETING APPLICATION’’, 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. E6–19921 Filed 11–24–06; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 6717–01–P DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY Federal Energy Regulatory Commission Notice of Application Accepted for Filing and Soliciting Comments, Protests, and Motions To Intervene November 16, 2006. Take notice that the following hydroelectric application has been filed with the Commission and is available for public inspection: a. Type of Application: Preliminary Permit. b. Project No.: 12709–000. c. Date filed: July 5, 2006. d. Applicant: United Power Corporation. e. Name and Location of Project: The Bryant Mountain Hydroelectric Pumped Storage Project would use flows from the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation’s D and J Canals and would be built on federal lands administered by the U.S. Bureau of Land Management in Klamath County, Oregon. PO 00000 Frm 00078 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 f. Filed Pursuant to: Federal Power Act, 16 U.S.C. 791(a)–825(r). g. Applicant contact: Mr. Richard P. Schulze, 9590 Prototype Drive, Suite 400, Reno, Nevada 89521, (925) 634– 1550. h. FERC Contact: Tom Papsidero, (202) 502–6002. i. Deadline for filing comments, protests, and motions to intervene: January 23, 2007. All documents (original and eight copies) should be filed with 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 web site under the ‘‘e-Filing’’ link. The Commission strongly encourages electronic filings. Please include the project number (P– 12709–000) on any comments or motions filed. The Commission’s Rules of Practice and Procedure require all intervenors 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 intervenor 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. j. Description of Existing Facilities and Proposed Project: The proposed pumped storage project would consist of (1) an upper reservoir, an enlargement of the existing Pope Reservoir, with a surface area of 550 acres and a storage capacity of 60,000 acre-feet at a water surface elevation of 5,500 feet msl, (2) a 4,000-foot-long, 310-foot-high earthen upper dam, (3) a 1,500-foot-long, 30foot-diameter concrete low pressure tunnel, (4) a 270-foot-deep, 30-footdiameter concrete surge shaft, (5) an 1,100-foot-long, 30-foot diameter vertical concrete power shaft, (6) a 3,800-foot-long, 24-foot-diameter concrete power tunnel, (7) a powerhouse containing four reversible generating units with a total installed capacity of 1,175 megawatts, (8) a lower reservoir with a surface area of 1,480 acres and a storage capacity of 110,000 acre-feet at a water surface elevation of 4,220 feet msl, (9) a 21,500-foot-long, 135-foot-high earthen lower dam, (10) a 4-mile-long, 500-kilovolt transmission line, and (11) appurtenant facilities. k. Location of Applications: A copy of the application is available for inspection and reproduction at the Commission in the Public Reference E:\FR\FM\27NON1.SGM 27NON1

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DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY

Federal Energy Regulatory


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

November 16, 2006.
    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 (Competing).
    b. Applicants, Project Numbers, and Dates Filed:
    Mason Dam, LLC filed the application for Project No. 12675-000 on 
May 11, 2006, at 3:29 PM.
    Baker County, Oregon filed the application for Project No. 12686-
000 on May 23, 2006, at 1:27 PM.
    c. The name of the project is the Mason Dam Hydroelectric Project. 
The proposed project would be located on the Powder River, in Baker 
County, Oregon and would utilize the existing Bureau of Reclamation's 
Mason Dam.
    d. Filed Pursuant to: Federal Power Act, 16 U.S.C. 791a-825r.
    e. Applicants Contacts: For Mason Dam, LLC: Mr. Brent L. Smith, 
President, Northwest Power Services, Inc., P. O. Box 535, Rigby, ID 
83442, (208) 745-0834. For Baker County, Oregon: Mr. Fred Warner, Jr. 
Chairman, Baker County Board of Commissioners, 1995 Third Street, Baker 
City, OR 97814, (541) 523-8200.
    f. FERC Contact: Tom Papsidero, (202) 502-6002.
    g. Deadline for filing comments, protests, and motions to 
intervene: January 23, 2007.
    The Commission's Rules of Practice and Procedure require all 
intervenors 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 intervenor 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 project proposed by Mason Dam, LLC, 
using the Bureau of Reclamation's Mason Dam and impoundment, would 
consist of: (1) A proposed intake structure (2) a proposed 115-foot-
long, 54-inch-diameter steel penstock, (4) a proposed powerhouse 
containing one generating unit having an installed capacity of 2.7 MW, 
(5) a proposed 1-mile-long, 15-kV transmission line, and (6) 
appurtenant facilities. The project would have an annual generation of 
8 GWh, which would be sold to a local utility.
    The project proposed by Baker County, Oregon, using the Bureau of 
Reclamation's Mason Dam and impoundment, would consist of: (1) A 
proposed intake structure and penstock, (2) a proposed powerhouse with 
generating unit(s) having a total installed capacity of 3 megawatts, 
(3) an existing transmission line and possible additional new 
transmission line(s), and (4) appurtenant facilities. The project would 
have an annual generation of 14 GWh, which would be sold to a local 
utility.
    i. Locations of Applications: Copies of the applications are 
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. These filings may 
also be viewed on the Commission's Web site at https://www.ferc.gov 
using the ``eLibrary'' link. Enter the docket numbers 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. Copies are 
also available for inspection and reproduction at the addresses 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

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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 
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'', ``COMPETING APPLICATION'', 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. E6-19921 Filed 11-24-06; 8:45 am]
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