Tanner Water Treatment Plant Small Hydroelectric Project
Summary
SCH Number
2014078070
Public Agency
Amador Water Agency
(AWA)
Document Title
Tanner Water Treatment Plant Small Hydroelectric Project
Document Type
NOE - Notice of Exemption
Received
Posted
7/8/2014
Document Description
The project will install 2 small in-line hydroelectric generation turbines within the existing water transmission system. Generated electricity is projected to provide sufficient power to meet demands of the water treatment plant, AWA offices, and maintenance buildings, reducing long-term AWA costs and greenhouse gas emissions.
Contact Information
Name
Chris McKeage
Agency Name
Amador County Water Agency
Contact Types
Lead/Public Agency
Phone
Location
Cities
Sutter Creek
Counties
Amador
Notice of Exemption
Exempt Status
Categorical Exemption
Type, Section or Code
S:15328, Class 28
Reasons for Exemption
The proposed hydro power project will generate less than 5 megawatts of power, and is located within an area of previously disturbed ground. There will be no disruption or change in the flow of any stream, and the project will not adversely affect sensitive natural resources.
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