Hydropower Environmental Compliance Monthly Checklist
This hydropower environmental compliance monthly checklist ensures compliance with FERC project license environmental conditions, Clean Water Act Section 401 and 404 permit requirements, Endangered Species Act (ESA) Biological Opinion measures, National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA) Section 106 cultural resource conditions, and state environmental operating permit requirements. Designed for hydropower environmental compliance managers to systematically track and verify all license and permit
- Industry: Renewable Energy
- Frequency: Monthly
- Estimated Time: 3-4 hours
- Role: Environmental Compliance Manager
- Total Items: 30
- Compliance: FERC Project License Environmental Conditions, Clean Water Act Section 401/404 Permit Conditions, Endangered Species Act Biological Opinion Measures, National Historic Preservation Act Section 106 Conditions, State Environmental Operating Permit Requirements
FERC License Conditions
Core FERC license condition compliance.
- Annual compliance reports submitted to FERC on schedule?
- All license conditions tracked in compliance database?
- Required inspections completed per license schedule?
- FERC notified of any license condition deviations?
- License renewal or 5-year review proceedings tracked?
Water Quantity Conditions
Flow and reservoir management compliance.
- All minimum flows meeting FERC license limits?
- Reservoir operating levels within license limits?
- Ramping rates within license limits?
- Recreation season pool level maintained?
- Daily flow and reservoir level records complete?
Wildlife and Habitat Conditions
Fish passage and habitat compliance.
- Fish passage facilities operational per license?
- Instream flow requirements for aquatic habitat met?
- Wildlife monitoring programs current per license?
- Required habitat enhancement projects on schedule?
- Invasive species management per license conditions active?
Recreation Facilities
FERC recreation facility requirements.
- Required boat ramps and access facilities maintained?
- Required recreation areas open and maintained during season?
- Campgrounds and day-use areas maintained per license?
- Recreation area signage in good condition?
- Reservoir safety markers (buoys, no-wake zones) in place?
Cultural Resources (NHPA Section 106)
Historic and cultural resource protection.
- Historic Properties Management Plan (HPMP) requirements met?
- Required archaeological monitoring during construction activities?
- Unanticipated discovery procedures posted for construction staff?
- Tribal consultation obligations current?
- SHPO coordination current for any ground-disturbing activities?
Compliance Reporting
Monthly and annual compliance reporting.
- Monthly compliance summary prepared?
- All required agency submissions made this month?
- Any non-compliance documented and reported to FERC?
- License renewal preparation on schedule (if within 5 years)?
- Environmental Compliance Notes
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Why Use This Hydropower Environmental Compliance Monthly Checklist?
This hydropower environmental compliance monthly checklist helps renewable energy teams maintain compliance and operational excellence. Designed for environmental compliance manager professionals, this checklist covers 30 critical inspection points across 6 sections. Recommended frequency: monthly.
Ensures compliance with FERC Project License Environmental Conditions, Clean Water Act Section 401/404 Permit Conditions, Endangered Species Act Biological Opinion Measures, National Historic Preservation Act Section 106 Conditions, State Environmental Operating Permit Requirements. Regulatory-aligned for audit readiness and inspection documentation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Hydropower Environmental Compliance Monthly Checklist cover?
This checklist covers 30 inspection items across 6 sections: FERC License Conditions, Water Quantity Conditions, Wildlife and Habitat Conditions, Recreation Facilities, Cultural Resources (NHPA Section 106), Compliance Reporting. It is designed for renewable energy operations and compliance.
How often should this checklist be completed?
This checklist should be completed monthly. Each completion takes approximately 3-4 hours.
Who should use this Hydropower Environmental Compliance Monthly Checklist?
This checklist is designed for Environmental Compliance Manager professionals in the renewable energy industry. It can be used for self-assessments, team audits, and regulatory compliance documentation.
Can I download this checklist as a PDF?
Yes, this checklist is available as a free PDF download. You can also use it digitally in the POPProbe mobile app for real-time data capture, photo documentation, and automatic reporting.