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Subject:Board Correspondence - FW: Compliance Directives issued in FERC P-619-000
Date:Monday, July 20, 2026 9:57:29 AM
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On 7/20/2026, the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), Washington D.C., issued this document:
Docket(s): P-619-000
Lead Applicant: Pacific Gas and Electric Company
Filing Type: Compliance Directives
General Correspondence
Description: Letter to Pacific Gas and Electric Company providing comments on the 03/12/2026 construction
authorization request for the Upstream Concrete Repair Project for the Bucks Lake Dam, part of the Bucks Creek
Hydroelectric Project under P-619.
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Document Accession #: 20260720-3014 Filed Date: 07/20/2026
FEDERAL ENERGY REGULATORY COMMISSION
Office of Energy Projects
Division of Dam Safety and Inspections –San Francisco Regional Office
July 20, 2026
In reply refer to:
Project No. 619-CA
VIA FERC Service
Mr. Russell Cruzen, P.E., Director
Power Generation, Asset Excellence
Pacific Gas and Electric Company
300 Lakeside Dr.
Oakland, CA 94612-3534
Re:Construction Authorization Request for Upstream Concrete Facing Project
Dear Mr. Cruzen:
This is in response to a letter dated March 12, 2026,from Mr. Robert Ellis that
submitted a construction authorization request for Upstream Concrete Repair Project for
Bucks Lake Dam, which is part of the Bucks Creek Hydroelectric Project, FERC
No.619.We have reviewed the submittal,and we have the following comments.
1.Detail 5 in drawing 3116192 states that rebar corroded beyond 10% may be
replaced. The note for Detail 5 shows that the existing rebar will be cut and tied to
a new bar using a minimum lap splice. Since historic square bars likely lack the
standardized surface deformations of modern round rebar, lap splicing may not be
an effective repair method. Evaluate if a more robust repair method (such as
mechanical coupling) is warranted for this detail.
2.The design provides details for full depth joint repairs only for above water
conditions but the design criteria memorandum states that some repairs will need
to be performed underwater. Provide details for a fully submerged underwater
joint repair.
3.The design specifies waterstop at the construction joint and around sawcut
perimeters for the full depth joint repair. Evaluate whether a waterstop is also
needed for the partial-depth joint repair details (Detail 2 on drawings 3116191 and
Detail 1 on drawing 3116192).
4.If underwater repairs are considered, update resumes to include more project
experience related to underwater repairs. If not, provide the name and resume of
other qualified individuals.
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5.During field repairs, if additional repair locations are identified after dewatering,
coordinate with our office for further discussion.
6.Update the drawings in Enclosure 1 to include Professional Engineer signature.
Provided that you address the above comments within 10 days of the date of this
letter, you are authorized to proceed with underground alignment upon receipt of this
letter. Failure to adequately address our comments within 10 days will require a
suspension of all work until the comments are addressed.
During construction, we typically require monthly construction reports. However,
due to the short duration of this project, we will not require monthly construction reports.
Within 90 days of completion of construction of the facilities authorized by this
letter, or no later than 1/28/2027, you must file the following:
1.A final construction report, which addresses the applicable items in Enclosure 1.
2.The following construction certifications, which must be verified in accordance
with Title 18, Section 12.13 of the Code of Federal Regulations (18 CFR 12.13):
a.A certification by the Design Engineer that the project was constructed in
accordance with the design intent.
b.A certification by the Quality Control Manager that the inspection and testing
program resulted in the conclusion that the project was constructed in
accordance with the plans and specifications reviewed by us.
c.A certification by the Licensee (PG&E) that the project was constructed in
accordance with the design intent and in accordance with the plans and
specifications reviewed by us.
Sample certifications are given in Enclosure 2.
3.Submit for our approval, revised Exhibits A, F, and G, as applicable, to describe
and show those project facilities as built. If you determine that previously
approved exhibits reflect the as-built facilities and no revisions are necessary, you
must file a letter stating the approved exhibits reflect the as-built project facilities.
To assist Commission staff in the review of any revised Exhibit A, we strongly
recommend that you file a revised Exhibit A, in its entirety, in two forms:
1.A strikethrough format (i.e., strikethrough items to be removed, and underline
or bold items to be added to the exhibit), and
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2.A final, clean copy incorporating the changes (i.e., without the strikethrough,
underline, and bold notations).
You must separate Exhibit F drawings from the other project exhibits, and label
and file them as Critical Energy Infrastructure Information (CEII) material under
18 CFR §388.113. The submission should consist of, as applicable: 1) a public portion
consisting of a cover letter and the Exhibits A and G; and 2) a CEII portion containing
only the Exhibit F drawings.
EFile all revised exhibit drawings to the Secretary of the Commission with the
transmittal addressed as follows:
Ms. Debbie-Anne A. Reese
Secretary
Federal Energy Regulatory Commission
888 First Street, NE
Washington, DC 20426
If the plans and specifications are revised during the construction process, it is
your responsibility to ensure that these changes are properly coordinated between the
Design Engineer, the Resident Engineer, the Project Manager, us, and you, prior to
proceeding with the changes. Also, you are reminded that no changes may be made to
the operation of the project without first coordinating those proposed changes with the
FERC.
You are responsible for ensuring completion of any necessary environmental
coordination with resource agencies as well as the procurement of any federal, state, or
local permits required for the work.
File your submittal using our eFiling system at https://www.ferc.gov/ferc-
online/overview. When eFiling, select Hydro: Dam Safety; San Francisco Regional
Office from the eFiling menu. The cover page of the filing must indicate that the
material was eFiled. For assistance with eFiling, contact FERC Online Support at
FERCOnlineSupport@ferc.gov, (866) 208-3676 (toll free), or (202) 502-8659 (TTY).
We appreciate your continued efforts in this aspect of our dam safety program. If
you have any questions, contact Ms. Eunhye Kim at (415)369-3321.
Sincerely,
Frank L. Blackett, P.E.
Regional Engineer
Document Accession #: 20260720-3014 Filed Date: 07/20/2026
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Enclosures (2)
cc:
Erik Malvick -Division Manager
CA Dept. of Water Resources
Division of Safety of Dams
2720 Gateway Oaks Drive, Suite 300
Sacramento, CA 95833
c/o Shawn.Jones@water.ca.gov
Document Accession #: 20260720-3014 Filed Date: 07/20/2026
Items to be Addressed in Final Construction Reports for Enclosure 1
Upstream Concrete Facing Project
FERC No. 619
1 of 1
FINAL CONSTRUCTION REPORTS FROM LICENSEES
The Final Construction Report should be submitted within 90 days of completion
of the work. This report should include all information pertinent to dam safety in a
concise form. It should be included in the project file and should be given to the
independent consultant for his or her safety inspection and analyses, if applicable. As
such, the report should contain a summary of information in each of the applicable
sections indicated below (the information was previously presented in the monthly
reports). Construction difficulties should be reported under the appropriate sections. For
conciseness, test results should be presented in a tabular format, with an indication of the
applicable standards. Finally, in those cases where there is nothing to report under a
specific heading, a statement of non-applicability will suffice.
1. General. Briefly present the reason for construction and description of the work with
dates of the beginning and end of construction. Include reservoir drawdown and filing
dates, and any findings regarding the original structure.
2. Foundations. Discuss the condition of the foundation (faults, etc.) and the treatment of
the foundation. Attach a foundation mapping.
3. Embankments. Describe the equipment and the types of materials used in filters and
fills. Attach gradation and compaction requirements and all test results.
4. Concrete work. Describe the equipment and the types of materials used in all concrete
work. Include all grout test results and describe any surface treatments.
5. Anchors. Present a summary of any drilling operations, including boring logs; results
of water pressure tests; anchor design calculations, design loads,and specifications;
results of grout tests; results of proof and performance tests; and a summary of the
acceptance criteria.
6. Instrumentation. Present plots of existing instrumentation readings taken during
construction if the readings are affected by the work. Include a plan and schedule for
calibration of all new instrumentation.
7. Drawings. Attach as-built drawings reduced in size to 8.5"x11" or 11"x17". The
drawings should include plan and section views, and details of the structures affected by
the new work. The plan and section views should show any new instrumentation that
was installed as part of the work.
Document Accession #: 20260720-3014 Filed Date: 07/20/2026
Enclosure 2
CERTIFICATION
By Design Engineer
CERTIFICATION OF CONSTRUCTION PAGE 1 OF 3
FERC Project No.
Construction Project Description:
Design Drawings/Specifications:
Quality Control and Inspection Program (QCIP) dated:
This is a certification by the Design Engineer that the project was constructed in accordance
with the design intent.
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VERIFICATION
STATE OF CALIFORNIA ]
COUNTY OF ],SS:
The undersigned, being first duly sworn, states that he/she has read the above document
and knows the contents of it, and that all of the statements contained in that document are
true and correct, to the best of his/her knowledge and belief (per 18CFR Part 12,
Paragraph 12.13).
Design Engineer (Print Name)
Signature
[STAMP]
Sworn to and subscribed before me
this day of , 20
NOTARY PUBLIC [SEAL]
Document Accession #: 20260720-3014 Filed Date: 07/20/2026
Enclosure 2
CERTIFICATION
By Quality Control Manager
CERTIFICATION OF CONSTRUCTION PAGE 2 OF 3
FERC Project No.
Construction Project Description:
Design Drawings/Specifications:
Quality Control and Inspection Program (QCIP) dated:
This is a certification by the Quality Control Manager that the inspection and testing program
resulted in the conclusion that the project was constructed in accordance with the plans and
specifications reviewed by the Commission.
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VERIFICATION
STATE OF CALIFORNIA ]
COUNTY OF ],SS:
The undersigned, being first duly sworn, states that he/she has read the above document
and knows the contents of it, and that all of the statements contained in that document are
true and correct, to the best of his/her knowledge and belief (per 18CFR Part 12,
Paragraph 12.13).
Quality Control Manager (Print Name)
Signature
[STAMP]
Sworn to and subscribed before me
this day of , 20
NOTARY PUBLIC [SEAL]
Document Accession #: 20260720-3014 Filed Date: 07/20/2026
Enclosure 2
CERTIFICATION
By Licensee or Exemptee
CERTIFICATION OF CONSTRUCTION PAGE 3 OF 3
FERC Project No.
Construction Project Description:
Design Drawings/Specifications:
Quality Control and Inspection Program (QCIP) dated:
This is a certification by the Licensee or Exemptee that the project was constructed in
accordance with the design intent and in accordance with the plans and specifications reviewed
by the Commission.
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VERIFICATION
STATE OF CALIFORNIA ]
COUNTY OF ],SS:
The undersigned, being first duly sworn, states that he/she has read the above document
and knows the contents of it, and that all of the statements contained in that document are
true and correct, to the best of his/her knowledge and belief (per 18CFR Part 12,
Paragraph 12.13).
For Licensee or Exemptee (Print Name)
Signature
[STAMP]
Sworn to and subscribed before me
this day of , 20
NOTARY PUBLIC [SEAL]
Document Accession #: 20260720-3014 Filed Date: 07/20/2026
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