Birch Power Company; Notice of Intent To File License Application, Filing of Pre-Application Document, and Approving Use of the Traditional Licensing Process, 18215 [2011-7684]

Download as PDF mstockstill on DSKH9S0YB1PROD with NOTICES Federal Register / Vol. 76, No. 63 / Friday, April 1, 2011 / Notices k. Description of the Application: Idaho Power Company, licensee of the C.J. Strike Hydroelectric Project, has filed a Land Management Plan (LMP) update for the project. The LMP is a comprehensive plan to manage project lands including control of noxious weeds, protection and enhancement of riparian habitats, and protection and enhancement of shoreline habitats in a manner that is consistent with license requirements and project purposes, and to address the needs and interests of stakeholders. l. Locations of the Application: A copy of the application is available for inspection and reproduction at the Commission’s 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. You may also register online at https:// www.ferc.gov/docs-filing/ esubscription.asp to be notified via email of new filings and issuances related to this or other pending projects. For assistance, call 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 (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 filing must (1) Bear in all capital letters the title ‘‘COMMENTS’’, ‘‘PROTEST’’, or ‘‘MOTION TO INTERVENE’’ as applicable; (2) set forth in the heading the name of the applicant and the project number of the application to which the filing responds; (3) furnish the name, address, and telephone number of the person protesting or VerDate Mar<15>2010 20:09 Mar 31, 2011 Jkt 223001 intervening; and (4) otherwise comply with the requirements of 18 CFR 385.2001 through 385.2005. All comments, motions to intervene, or protests must set forth their evidentiary basis and otherwise comply with the requirements of 18 CFR 4.34(b). All comments, motions to intervene, or protests should relate to project works which are the subject of the amendment application. Agencies may obtain copies of the application directly from the applicant. A copy of any protest or motion to intervene must be served upon each representative of the applicant specified in the particular application. 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. 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. Dated: March 25, 2011. Kimberly D. Bose, Secretary. [FR Doc. 2011–7686 Filed 3–31–11; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 6717–01–P DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY Federal Energy Regulatory Commission [Project No. 13102–001] Birch Power Company; Notice of Intent To File License Application, Filing of Pre-Application Document, and Approving Use of the Traditional Licensing Process a. Type of Filing: Notice of Intent to File License Application and Request to Use the Traditional Licensing Process. b. Project No.: 13102–001. c. Dated Filed: February 2, 2011. d. Submitted by: Birch Power Company. e. Name of Project: Demopolis Lock and Dam Hydroelectric Project. f. Location: On the Tombigbee River, in Marengo and Sumter Counties, Alabama. The project would occupy United States land, administered by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, for a transmission line and other ancillary facilities. g. Filed Pursuant to: 18 CFR 5.3 of the Commission’s regulations h. Potential Applicant Contact: Nicholas E. Josten, 2742 Saint Charles PO 00000 Frm 00072 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 18215 Avenue, Idaho Falls, ID 83404; (208) 528–6152; e-mail—gsense@cableone.net i. FERC Contact: Jennifer Adams at (202) 502–8087; or e-mail at jennifer.adams@ferc.gov. j. Birch Power Company filed its request to use the Traditional Licensing Process on February 1, 2011. Birch Power Company provided public notice of its request on February 5, 2011. In a letter dated March 25, 2011, the Director of the Office of Energy Projects approved Birch Power Company’s request to use the Traditional Licensing Process. k. With this notice, we are initiating informal consultation with: (a) The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and/or NOAA Fisheries under section 7 of the Endangered Species Act and the joint agency regulations thereunder at 50 CFR, Part 402; (b) NOAA Fisheries under section 305(b) of the MagnusonStevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act and implementing regulations at 50 CFR 600.920; and (c) the Alabama State Historic Preservation Officer, as required by section 106, National Historical Preservation Act, and the implementing regulations of the Advisory Council on Historic Preservation at 36 CFR 800.2. l. Birch Power Company filed a PreApplication Document (PAD; including a proposed process plan and schedule) with the Commission, pursuant to 18 CFR 5.6 of the Commission’s regulations. m. A copy of the PAD is available for review at the Commission in the Public Reference Room or may be viewed on the Commission’s website (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, contact FERC Online Support at FERCONlineSupport@ferc.gov or toll free at 1–866–208–3676, or for TTY, (202) 502–8659. A copy is also available for inspection and reproduction at the address in paragraph h. n. Register online at https:// www.ferc.gov/docs-filing/ esubscription.asp to be notified via email of new filing and issuances related to this or other pending projects. For assistance, contact FERC Online Support. Dated: March 25, 2011. Kimberly D. Bose, Secretary. [FR Doc. 2011–7684 Filed 3–31–11; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 6717–01–P E:\FR\FM\01APN1.SGM 01APN1

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[Federal Register Volume 76, Number 63 (Friday, April 1, 2011)]
[Notices]
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From the Federal Register Online via the Government Printing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 2011-7684]


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DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY

Federal Energy Regulatory Commission

[Project No. 13102-001]


Birch Power Company; Notice of Intent To File License 
Application, Filing of Pre-Application Document, and Approving Use of 
the Traditional Licensing Process

    a. Type of Filing: Notice of Intent to File License Application and 
Request to Use the Traditional Licensing Process.
    b. Project No.: 13102-001.
    c. Dated Filed: February 2, 2011.
    d. Submitted by: Birch Power Company.
    e. Name of Project: Demopolis Lock and Dam Hydroelectric Project.
    f. Location: On the Tombigbee River, in Marengo and Sumter 
Counties, Alabama. The project would occupy United States land, 
administered by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, for a transmission 
line and other ancillary facilities.
    g. Filed Pursuant to: 18 CFR 5.3 of the Commission's regulations
    h. Potential Applicant Contact: Nicholas E. Josten, 2742 Saint 
Charles Avenue, Idaho Falls, ID 83404; (208) 528-6152; e-mail_
gsense@cableone.net
    i. FERC Contact: Jennifer Adams at (202) 502-8087; or e-mail at 
jennifer.adams@ferc.gov.
    j. Birch Power Company filed its request to use the Traditional 
Licensing Process on February 1, 2011. Birch Power Company provided 
public notice of its request on February 5, 2011. In a letter dated 
March 25, 2011, the Director of the Office of Energy Projects approved 
Birch Power Company's request to use the Traditional Licensing Process.
    k. With this notice, we are initiating informal consultation with: 
(a) The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and/or NOAA Fisheries under 
section 7 of the Endangered Species Act and the joint agency 
regulations thereunder at 50 CFR, Part 402; (b) NOAA Fisheries under 
section 305(b) of the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and 
Management Act and implementing regulations at 50 CFR 600.920; and (c) 
the Alabama State Historic Preservation Officer, as required by section 
106, National Historical Preservation Act, and the implementing 
regulations of the Advisory Council on Historic Preservation at 36 CFR 
800.2.
    l. Birch Power Company filed a Pre-Application Document (PAD; 
including a proposed process plan and schedule) with the Commission, 
pursuant to 18 CFR 5.6 of the Commission's regulations.
    m. A copy of the PAD is available for review at the Commission in 
the Public Reference Room or may be viewed on the Commission's website 
(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, contact FERC Online Support at 
FERCONlineSupport@ferc.gov or toll free at 1-866-208-3676, or for TTY, 
(202) 502-8659. A copy is also available for inspection and 
reproduction at the address in paragraph h.
    n. Register online at https://www.ferc.gov/docs-filing/esubscription.asp to be notified via e-mail of new filing and issuances 
related to this or other pending projects. For assistance, contact FERC 
Online Support.

    Dated: March 25, 2011.
Kimberly D. Bose,
Secretary.
[FR Doc. 2011-7684 Filed 3-31-11; 8:45 am]
BILLING CODE 6717-01-P
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