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NOTICE: Many of our online applications will not be available starting next Friday, May 31 at 5:00 pm through the weekend, due to maintenance work requiring power outages. (See more information) | |
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The state of Washington works with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) licensing process for hydropower dams. When an applicant requests a license, either to re-license an existing dam or for new construction, Ecology works with the utility, reviews studies, analyses and plans. If Ecology determines that water quality standards are attainable, a 401 certification is issued with conditions to ensure that the standards will be met. These conditions become part of the new FERC license.
Existing 401 Certifications for Dams
Draft Water Quality Certifications for Public Review
Links to other programs and activities
For more information please contact:
Water Quality & Hydropower Lead Scientist Water Quality Program WA Department of Ecology Phone: 360-407-6128 e-mail: ferc401@ecy.wa.gov
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