Solomon Gulch Hydroelectric
Project Relicensing
On June 21, 1978, the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) issued 50-year license to the Copper Valley Electric Association (CVEA) (P-2742). The operating license for this small renewable hydropower project will expire on May 31, 2028.
CVEA is applying for a new FERC license. This web page will be used as a repository for all information and public documents prepared during the relicensing process.
Notice of Intent (NOI)/Pre-Application Document (PAD)
Joint Agency Meeting: August 15, 2023, Valdez Civic Center
A Joint Agency Meeting took place on August 15, 2023. The hybrid meeting (in person and virtual options) took place from 9:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. Following the meeting, there was a site visit of project facilities from 1:30 p.m. to 4 p.m.; it was in-person only. View the complete, official meeting materials here.
Solomon Gulch Draft License Application (DLA) - Written comments on the DLA are due from Stakeholders on Wednesday, January 28, 2026. Comments should be filed electronically through FERC's eLibrary system.
Solomon Gulch Draft Study Report - P2742
Solomon Gulch Final Study Report - P2742