Baum Lake
I have filed a complaint with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) in regard to the closing of Baum Lake by PG&E. As part of its licensing agreement with FERC, PG&E is mandated to provide recreational opportunities for the general public, including fishing access. In response to my complaint, FERC has begun a review of PG&E's licensing for both the Hat 1 (Baum Lake) Powerhouse and the Hat 2 (Hat Creek) Powerhouse. I have been assured that I will receive a response, as soon as the review has been completed.
It could very well the case that Baum Lake will be open by the time I hear back from FERC. PG&E has said that Baum Lake (and other recreasional areas) will be closed until at least June I (pending further review). It's the further review part that bothers me. I hate to think of going an entire summer and not being able to fish Baum Lake, or Hat Creek, for that matter.
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