Topic:"Jurisdictional Questions" in M12746

REDACTED CI C0064966 Page 4 of 6 Title: Tusket Tidal Pool Fish Passa cution Year: 2024 - 2026 age . Hydro River Staff I ¢ 457 $ 32 710

AI summary The document contains a redacted page from a regulatory proceeding, including a table with information on the Tusket Tidal Pool Fish Pass project, spanning from 2024 to 2026. It lists Hydro River Staff and includes financial data such as a cost of $32,710.

Table 1-1: Photos of Inflow/Outflow Channels to/from Tidal Pond Area Identified inlet/ outlet locations Location NAD83 (Approximate) Nov 9, 2023, photos 1. Channel at upper end near fishway 43 52 55.296N 065 58 42.240W 2. 43 52 55.314N 065...

AI summary The document provides photos and approximate geographic coordinates for six identified inflow/outflow channels in the tidal pond area. The locations are labeled with numbers and coordinates, accompanied by images from November 9, 2023.

Description Pros Cons Potential Risks constructing the additional entrance to the fishway. From a schedule perspective, it will be difficult to have the additional entrance to the fishway ready for 2024 gaspereau upstream migration season....

AI summary The text discusses the construction of an additional entrance to a fishway, highlighting challenges such as scheduling delays for the 2024 gaspereau upstream migration season, the use of cast-in-place concrete, and significant earthworks during winter. It also addresses the minimization of environmental and archaeological impact, despite the loss of wetland area.

Description Pros Cons Potential Risks Capital cost Less expensive than Options P-2 and P-3. In the mid-range of costs of options reviewed. More expensive than Options A 1 to A-3. Additional cost due to weather related delays. Option P-2: I...

AI summary The text discusses the pros, cons, and potential risks of an option to infill a tidal pond area to the level of the grasses in the wetland. It highlights that the option is less expensive than other options but more costly than others, and it outlines potential risks related to fish stranding and migration.

It is recommended to proceed with Option A-2: Patch the berm to: - Close off all existing inlet/ outlet channels except for the most downstream outlet - Build-up the few lower areas on the existing berm - Install a low control structure in...

AI summary Option A-2 recommends patching the berm to close off most inlet/outlet channels, build up lower areas, install a control structure, and maintain water flow during migration. This approach minimizes environmental impact, avoids archaeological disruption, and allows construction during winter with minimal permitting.

CI C0064966 – Tusket Tidal Pool Fish Passage (NSEB M12746) NSPI Responses to Nova Scotia Energy Board Information Requests 1 Request IR-3: 2 3 (a) Please provide a copy of any directives, orders, formal correspondence, or written 4 expecta...

AI summary The document outlines NSP's response to information requests from the NSEB regarding directives from DFO following fish mortality events in 2022 and 2023. NSP collaborated with DFO to implement temporary mitigation measures and develop a remedial plan. DFO issued a letter of advice in February 2024 and another in November 2025 regarding NSP's proposals and remedial works.

NON-CONFIDENTIAL 1 detailed review of the site including the Fourth Bay of the Tusket Powerhouse. The design 2 engineering consultant noted that shifting the location of the 6 cfs water supply would 3 simplify construction, significantly r...

AI summary The document discusses the detailed design of a project involving the Fourth Bay of the Tusket Powerhouse, highlighting changes in the location of a 6 cfs water supply to reduce excavation in an archaeologically sensitive area. It also addresses permitting concerns, including work on Crown lands and near rare species habitat, and mentions the purchase of all required materials for the project.