Pend Oreille County Archives

Pend Oreille County, Seattle City Light Reach 10-Year Agreement

November 30, 2020

Seattle City Light’s Boundary Hydroelectric Project in Pend Oreille County is a vital source of hydroelectricity, powering the utility’s service area for more than 50 years. As a steward of the resources the utility relies on in this northeastern Washington county, City Light strives to maintain a positive relationship with local residents, governing entities and tribes. This fall, City Light continued this partnership as… [ Keep reading ]

Filed Under: News & Events, Powerlines, Providing PowerTagged With: Boundary Hydroelectric Project, hydroelectric power, Pend Oreille County, Pend Oreille River

Advisory Message for Pend Oreille County

April 15, 2020

Boundary Dam Operations Update On Friday, May 1, Governor Inslee extended the statewide “Stay Home, Stay Healthy” order until May 31. The order was first announced on March 23 in response to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. We know that these necessary preventative measures have changed the way we live, work,… [ Keep reading ]

Filed Under: PowerlinesTagged With: Boundary Hydroelectric Project, COVID-19, Forebay Recreation Area, Pend Oreille County, recreation

Pend Oreille River Closed to Recreational Activities

May 29, 2018

The Pend Oreille County Sheriff’s Office has closed the Pend Oreille River to recreational activities due to safety concerns about extremely high river flows and flooding, as reported by KXLY. That order includes the reservoir at Seattle City Light’s Boundary Hydroelectric Project.

Filed Under: In the Community, PowerlinesTagged With: Boundary Hydroelectric Project, Pend Oreille County, Pend Oreille River

City Light, Department of Fish and Wildlife Stock Lakes in NE Washington

April 23, 2015

Anglers in Pend Oreille and Stevens counties will have more opportunities to catch fish this spring thanks to the combined efforts of the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife and Seattle City Light.

Filed Under: PowerlinesTagged With: Boundary Hydroelectric Project, Cedar Lake, Crescent Lake, Deception Lake, Deep Lake, Frater Lake, Heritage Lake, Ledbetter Lake, Leo Lake, Little Lost Lake, Pend Oreille County, Sherry Lake, Thomas Lake, Washington State Department of Fish and Wildlife

City Light Supports Tri-Town Poker Paddle In Pend Oreille County

June 24, 2013

Seattle City Light is proud to be one of the sponsors for the Tri-Town Poker Paddle, held in Pend Orielle County where the utility operates Boundary Dam. This is one of the many ways that City Light supports the community where the utility generates more than 30 percent of electricity for customers in the greater Seattle area. The Tri-Town Poker Paddle is a two-day outdoor event where paddlers travel down the Pend Orielle River, collecting poker hands at various locations throughout the route. Participants with the best poker hands are awarded. More than 60 people participated in last year’s event. This year’s event will be held on July 20 – 21, 2013. More information can be found on the Tri-Town Poker Paddle Facebook page. Good luck to all of the participants!

Filed Under: PowerlinesTagged With: Boundary Hydroelectric Project, Pend Oreille County, Pend Oreille River

Seattle City Light’s Boundary Dam Rescue Squad Helps Stranded Boaters

May 30, 2013

Seattle City Light’s Boundary Dam Rescue Squad got to test their skills in real life on Sunday, May 26, when they came to the aid of a group of boaters whose canoe capsized in the swollen Pend Oreille River.

Filed Under: PowerlinesTagged With: Boundary Hydroelectric Project, Pend Oreille County

Second Turbine Runner Headed for Boundary Dam

May 8, 2013

A second hydroelectric turbine runner is on its way to Seattle City Light’s Boundary Dam in Pend Oreille County as part of a generator overhaul project that will increase Boundary’s generating capacity by 30 megawatts and reduce the dam’s impact on fish in the Pend Oreille River.

Filed Under: PowerlinesTagged With: Boundary Hydroelectric Project, hydroelectric power, Pend Oreille County, Pend Oreille River

Seattle City Light Receives 42-Year License for Boundary Dam

March 21, 2013

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has issued an order for a new, 42-year license for Seattle City Light’s largest hydroelectric dam, Boundary, on the Pend Oreille River near Metaline Falls.

Filed Under: PowerlinesTagged With: Boundary Hydroelectric Project, City Councilmember Mike O'Brien, Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, Pend Oreille County, Seattle Office of the Mayor

Northwest Backroads to Feature Seattle City Light’s Boundary Dam

October 18, 2012

Northwest Backroads will be taking you on a tour of Pend Oreille County and pointing out all its attractions including the Boundary Dam. Tune in Saturday, Oct. 27 at 7:30 p.m. on KING 5 (Seattle NBC Channel 5) and on KREM TV (Spokane CBS Channel 2) on Saturday, Nov. 3 at 9 p.m.