SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA EDISON PROPOSES IMPROVEMENTS ON BOREL CANAL HYDROELECTRIC FACILITIES
Kernville, CA…The Sequoia National Forest is in the process of reviewing proposals submitted by Southern California Edison to make improvements at two locations adjacent to the Borel Powerhouse facility located off Highway 178 in the Kern Canyon.
Improvements to the Borel Hydroelectric facilities will include the following two projects: the Borel Forebay Rehabilitation Project involving replacement of the deteriorated intake and rack structures, and the Borel Switchyard Rehabilitation Project involving replacement of deteriorated equipment in the Borel Powerhouse Switchyard. Both projects are proposed to take 3-4 months beginning in August of 2010, and are contingent upon agency permits and approvals.
Copies of the Proposals can be obtained by writing to the Sequoia National Forest Office (1839 South Newcomb Street, Porterville, CA 93257) or by calling Roger Porter at (559) 784-1500 x1136.