Algonquin Gas Transmission, LLC; Hubline/East to West Project, 51146-51147 [E9-23862]

Download as PDF cprice-sewell on DSK2BSOYB1PROD with NOTICES 51146 Federal Register / Vol. 74, No. 191 / Monday, October 5, 2009 / Notices FERC Rate Schedule 184 to be effective 10/1/09. Filed Date: 09/23/2009. Accession Number: 20090923–0036. Comment Date: 5 p.m. Eastern Time on Wednesday, October 14, 2009. Docket Numbers: ER09–1735–000. Applicants: Florida Power Corporation. Description: Florida Power Corporation submits Original Sheet 478 to FERC Electric Tariff, Third Revised Volume 6 to be effective 11/22/09. Filed Date: 09/23/2009. Accession Number: 20090923–0035. Comment Date: 5 p.m. Eastern Time on Wednesday, October 14, 2009. Docket Numbers: ER09–1738–000. Applicants: Barton Windpower II LLC. Description: Barton Windpower II, LLC submits Substitute Original Sheet 1 et al to FERC Electric Tariff, First Revised Volume 1. Filed Date: 09/23/2009. Accession Number: 20090924–0038. Comment Date: 5 p.m. Eastern Time on Wednesday, October 14, 2009. Docket Numbers: ER09–1740–000. 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The filings in the above proceedings are accessible in the Commission’s eLibrary system by clicking on the appropriate link in the above list. They are also available for review in the Commission’s Public Reference Room in Washington, DC. There is an eSubscription link on the Web site that enables subscribers to receive e-mail notification when a document is added to a subscribed dockets(s). For assistance with any FERC Online service, please e-mail FERCOnlineSupport@ferc.gov. or call (866) 208–3676 (toll free). For TTY, call (202) 502–8659. Kimberly D. Bose, Secretary. [FR Doc. E9–23865 Filed 10–2–09; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 6717–01–P DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY Federal Energy Regulatory Commission [Docket Nos. CP08–420–000; CP08–420– 001] Algonquin Gas Transmission, LLC; Hubline/East to West Project September 25, 2009. The staff of the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (Commission or FERC) has prepared the final Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) to address Algonquin Gas Transmission, LLC’s (Algonquin) proposed expansion of its natural gas pipeline system in the above-referenced dockets. The HubLine/ East to West Project (E2W Project or Project) would involve replacement of existing pipeline facilities in New London County, Connecticut and modifications to an existing compressor station in Morris County, New Jersey. The final EIS was prepared to satisfy the requirements of the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). The FERC is the lead agency for the preparation of the EIS. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (COE) and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) PO 00000 Frm 00034 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 are cooperating agencies. A cooperating agency has jurisdiction by law or special expertise with respect to environmental impacts involved with the proposal and is involved in the NEPA analysis. Based on the analysis in the EIS, the FERC staff concludes that construction and operation of the Project would result in some adverse environmental impacts. However, if the Project is constructed and operated in accordance with applicable laws and regulations, Algonquin’s proposed mitigation, and the additional mitigation measures recommended by staff in the EIS, all impacts would be reduced to a lessthan-significant level. The E2W Project would provide 281,500 dekatherms per day of east to west natural gas transportation service for delivery to high growth markets in the Northeast. The Project would increase the diversity of supply by accessing natural gas from liquefied natural gas projects offshore of Massachusetts, increase Algonquin’s system flexibility, and strengthen Algonquin’s ability to mitigate capacity restrictions on the eastern end of the system. The final EIS addresses the potential environmental effects of the construction and operation of the following facilities proposed by Algonquin: • Installation of 2.56 miles of 12-inchdiameter pipeline (E–3 System Replacement) that would replace a segment of an existing 6-inch-diameter pipeline in New London County, Connecticut; • Installation of minor aboveground facilities including one mainline valve and remote blow-off valve, one mainline remote control valve; one pig 1 launcher; and one pig receiver in New London County, Connecticut; and • Piping modifications to the existing Hanover Compressor Station in Morris County, New Jersey to accommodate reverse flow and backhaul capability along Algonquin’s system. The final EIS has been placed in the public files of the FERC and is available for distribution and public inspection at: Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, Public Reference Room, 888 First St. NE., Room 2A, Washington, DC 20426, (202) 502–8371. A limited number of copies are available from the FERC’s Public Reference Room identified above. These copies may be requested in hard copy or as .pdf files on a CD that can be read by a computer with a CD–ROM drive. The 1 A pig is an internal tool that can be used to clean and dry a pipeline and/or to inspect it for damage or corrosion. E:\FR\FM\05OCN1.SGM 05OCN1 cprice-sewell on DSK2BSOYB1PROD with NOTICES Federal Register / Vol. 74, No. 191 / Monday, October 5, 2009 / Notices final EIS is also available for viewing on the FERC Internet Web site at www.ferc.gov. In addition, copies of the document have been mailed to federal, state, and local government agencies; elected officials; Native American tribes; local libraries and newspapers; intervenors in the FERC’s proceeding; and other interested parties (i.e., affected landowners, miscellaneous individuals, and environmental groups who provided scoping comments, commented on the draft EIS, or asked to remain on the mailing list). Hard copies of the final EIS were mailed to those who specifically requested them, while all other parties on the mailing list were sent a CD of the final EIS. Hard copies of the final EIS can be viewed at the libraries in the Project area that are listed in Appendix A of the final EIS. 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. Click on the eLibrary link, click on ‘‘General Search,’’ and enter the docket number excluding the last three digits in the Docket Number field (i.e., CP08– 420). Be sure you have selected an appropriate date range. For assistance, please contact FERC Online Support at FERCOnlineSupport@ferc.gov or toll free at 1–866–208–3676, or for TTY, contact (202) 502–8659. The eLibrary link on the FERC Internet website also provides access to the texts of formal documents issued by the Commission, such as orders, notices, and rulemakings. In addition, the Commission now offers a free service called eSubscription that allows you to keep track of all 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. To register for this service, go to the eSubscription link on the FERC Internet website. Information concerning the involvement of the COE is available from Susan Lee at (978) 318–8494. Information concerning the involvement of the EPA is available from Timothy Timmermann at (617) 918–1025. Kimberly D. Bose, Secretary. [FR Doc. E9–23862 Filed 10–2–09; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 6717–01–P VerDate Nov<24>2008 14:59 Oct 02, 2009 Jkt 220001 document is added to a subscribed dockets(s). For assistance with any FERC Online service, please e-mail FERCOnlineSupport@ferc.gov. or call (866) 208–3676 (toll free). For TTY, call (202) 502–8659. DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY Federal Energy Regulatory Commission [Docket No. ER09–1723–000] Dry Lake Wind Power, LLC; Supplemental Notice That Initial Market-Based Rate Filing Includes Request for Blanket Section 204 Authorization September 25, 2009. This is a supplemental notice in the above-referenced proceeding, of Dry Lake Wind Power, LLC’s application for market-based rate authority, with an accompanying rate schedule, noting that such application includes a request for blanket authorization, under 18 CFR Part 34, of future issuances of securities and assumptions of liability. Any person desiring to intervene or to protest should file with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, 888 First Street, NE., Washington, DC 20426, in accordance with Rules 211 and 214 of the Commission’s Rules of Practice and Procedure (18 CFR 385.211 and 385.214). Anyone filing a motion to intervene or protest must serve a copy of that document on the Applicant. Notice is hereby given that the deadline for filing protests with regard to the applicant’s request for blanket authorization, under 18 CFR Part 34, of future issuances of securities and assumptions of liability is October 15, 2009. The Commission encourages electronic submission of protests and interventions in lieu of paper, using the FERC Online links at https:// www.ferc.gov. To facilitate electronic service, persons with Internet access who will eFile a document and/or be listed as a contact for an intervenor must create and validate an eRegistration account using the eRegistration link. Select the eFiling link to log on and submit the intervention or protests. Persons unable to file electronically should submit an original and 14 copies of the intervention or protest to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, 888 First St., NE., Washington, DC 20426. The filings in the above-referenced proceeding(s) are accessible in the Commission’s eLibrary system by clicking on the appropriate link in the above list. They are also available for review in the Commission’s Public Reference Room in Washington, DC. There is an eSubscription link on the Web site that enables subscribers to receive e-mail notification when a PO 00000 Frm 00035 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 51147 Kimberly D. Bose, Secretary. [FR Doc. E9–23864 Filed 10–2–09; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 6717–01–P DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY Federal Energy Regulatory Commission [Docket No. EL09–77–000] JD Wind 1, LLC, JD Wind 2, LLC, JD Wind 3, LLC, JD Wind 4, LLC, JD Wind 5, LLC, JD Wind 6, LLC; Notice for Petition for Declaratory Order September 25, 2009. Take notice that on September 24, 2009, JD Wind 1, LLC, JD Wind 2, LLC, JD Wind 3, LLC, JD Wind 4, LLC, JD Wind 5, LLC, and JD Wind 6, LLC (collectively JD Wind) filed a Petition for Enforcement and Declaratory Order, pursuant to Section 210(h) of the Public Utility Regulatory Policy Act of 1978, (PURPA). JD Wind asserts that a decision rendered by the Public Utility Commission of Texas (PUCT) is contrary to PURPA and requests that the Commission take enforcement action, or in the alternative, issue a declaratory order finding that the PUCT’s decision does not implement PURPA and the Commission’s rules and thus is preempted by Federal law. Any person desiring to intervene or to protest this filing must file in accordance with Rules 211 and 214 of the Commission’s Rules of Practice and Procedure (18 CFR 385.211, 385.214). Protests will be considered by the Commission in determining the appropriate action to be taken, but will not serve to make protestants parties to the proceeding. Any person wishing to become a party must file a notice of intervention or motion to intervene, as appropriate. Such notices, motions, or protests must be filed on or before the comment date. On or before the comment date, it is not necessary to serve motions to intervene or protests on persons other than the Applicant. The Commission encourages electronic submission of protests and interventions in lieu of paper using the ‘‘eFiling’’ link at https://www.ferc.gov. Persons unable to file electronically should submit an original and 14 copies of the protest or intervention to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, E:\FR\FM\05OCN1.SGM 05OCN1

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[Federal Register Volume 74, Number 191 (Monday, October 5, 2009)]
[Notices]
[Pages 51146-51147]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Printing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: E9-23862]


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DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY

Federal Energy Regulatory Commission

[Docket Nos. CP08-420-000; CP08-420-001]


Algonquin Gas Transmission, LLC; Hubline/East to West Project

September 25, 2009.

    The staff of the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (Commission 
or FERC) has prepared the final Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) to 
address Algonquin Gas Transmission, LLC's (Algonquin) proposed 
expansion of its natural gas pipeline system in the above-referenced 
dockets. The HubLine/East to West Project (E2W Project or Project) 
would involve replacement of existing pipeline facilities in New London 
County, Connecticut and modifications to an existing compressor station 
in Morris County, New Jersey.
    The final EIS was prepared to satisfy the requirements of the 
National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). The FERC is the lead agency 
for the preparation of the EIS. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (COE) 
and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) are cooperating 
agencies. A cooperating agency has jurisdiction by law or special 
expertise with respect to environmental impacts involved with the 
proposal and is involved in the NEPA analysis.
    Based on the analysis in the EIS, the FERC staff concludes that 
construction and operation of the Project would result in some adverse 
environmental impacts. However, if the Project is constructed and 
operated in accordance with applicable laws and regulations, 
Algonquin's proposed mitigation, and the additional mitigation measures 
recommended by staff in the EIS, all impacts would be reduced to a 
less-than-significant level.
    The E2W Project would provide 281,500 dekatherms per day of east to 
west natural gas transportation service for delivery to high growth 
markets in the Northeast. The Project would increase the diversity of 
supply by accessing natural gas from liquefied natural gas projects 
offshore of Massachusetts, increase Algonquin's system flexibility, and 
strengthen Algonquin's ability to mitigate capacity restrictions on the 
eastern end of the system.
    The final EIS addresses the potential environmental effects of the 
construction and operation of the following facilities proposed by 
Algonquin:
     Installation of 2.56 miles of 12-inch-diameter pipeline 
(E-3 System Replacement) that would replace a segment of an existing 6-
inch-diameter pipeline in New London County, Connecticut;
     Installation of minor aboveground facilities including one 
mainline valve and remote blow-off valve, one mainline remote control 
valve; one pig \1\ launcher; and one pig receiver in New London County, 
Connecticut; and
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    \1\ A pig is an internal tool that can be used to clean and dry 
a pipeline and/or to inspect it for damage or corrosion.
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     Piping modifications to the existing Hanover Compressor 
Station in Morris County, New Jersey to accommodate reverse flow and 
backhaul capability along Algonquin's system.
    The final EIS has been placed in the public files of the FERC and 
is available for distribution and public inspection at: Federal Energy 
Regulatory Commission, Public Reference Room, 888 First St. NE., Room 
2A, Washington, DC 20426, (202) 502-8371.
    A limited number of copies are available from the FERC's Public 
Reference Room identified above. These copies may be requested in hard 
copy or as .pdf files on a CD that can be read by a computer with a CD-
ROM drive. The

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final EIS is also available for viewing on the FERC Internet Web site 
at www.ferc.gov. In addition, copies of the document have been mailed 
to federal, state, and local government agencies; elected officials; 
Native American tribes; local libraries and newspapers; intervenors in 
the FERC's proceeding; and other interested parties (i.e., affected 
landowners, miscellaneous individuals, and environmental groups who 
provided scoping comments, commented on the draft EIS, or asked to 
remain on the mailing list). Hard copies of the final EIS were mailed 
to those who specifically requested them, while all other parties on 
the mailing list were sent a CD of the final EIS. Hard copies of the 
final EIS can be viewed at the libraries in the Project area that are 
listed in Appendix A of the final EIS.
    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. Click on the eLibrary link, click on ``General Search,'' and 
enter the docket number excluding the last three digits in the Docket 
Number field (i.e., CP08-420). Be sure you have selected an appropriate 
date range. For assistance, please contact FERC Online Support at 
FERCOnlineSupport@ferc.gov or toll free at 1-866-208-3676, or for TTY, 
contact (202) 502-8659. The eLibrary link on the FERC Internet website 
also provides access to the texts of formal documents issued by the 
Commission, such as orders, notices, and rulemakings.
    In addition, the Commission now offers a free service called 
eSubscription that allows you to keep track of all 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. To register for this service, go to the eSubscription 
link on the FERC Internet website.
    Information concerning the involvement of the COE is available from 
Susan Lee at (978) 318-8494. Information concerning the involvement of 
the EPA is available from Timothy Timmermann at (617) 918-1025.

Kimberly D. Bose,
Secretary.
[FR Doc. E9-23862 Filed 10-2-09; 8:45 am]
BILLING CODE 6717-01-P
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