Sandtrap Siphon In-Conduit Hydroelectric Project
Summary
SCH Number
2012088200
Public Agency
Georgetown Divide Public Utilities District
Document Title
Sandtrap Siphon In-Conduit Hydroelectric Project
Document Type
NOE - Notice of Exemption
Received
Posted
8/14/2012
Document Description
The proposed project would install a 180 kW hydroelectric station at the terminus of the Sandtrap Siphon. Approximately 900 foot of the existing pipeline would be slip-line to increase the reliability of the aiphon for the hydroelectric operations. The project would generate 647 MWh of electrical power annually to offset damage at the water treatement plant and export excess power to the grid.
Contact Information
Name
Kelly Shively
Agency Name
Georgetown Divide Public Utilities District
Contact Types
Lead/Public Agency
Phone
Location
Counties
El Dorado
Notice of Exemption
Exempt Status
Categorical Exemption
Type, Section or Code
S:15328
Reasons for Exemption
Small Hydroelectric project that is less than SMW in size and will not disrupt or change the flow of any stream.
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