Bellefonte Site Preparation Environmental Assessment

Jackson County, Alabama

On September 25, 2026, the Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) issued a Final Environmental Assessment (EA) and Finding of No Significant Impact (FONSI) for proposed site preparation and investigatory activities and gravel access road construction on an undeveloped 73-acre portion of the Bellefonte Reservation (site previously evaluated for BLN Units 3 and 4) in evaluation of potential future development of an energy-generating facility.

TVA evaluated two alternatives, the No Action Alternative and Site Preparation and Investigation. Site preparation would include tree clearing, grubbing, and minor grading to ensure appropriate site drainage. Investigatory activities would include soil and core borings, monitoring wells, and test pits. Graveled access roads, parking lots, and/or laydown areas could also be developed. These activities would occur intermittently over approximately a five-year timeframe and together comprise the Proposed Action. These activities would provide information to help inform potential site suitability for future energy generation.

On July 29, 2026, TVA released the Draft EA on its website (http://tva.com/nepa) and announced the availability in the Jackson County Sentinel newspaper for a 15-day public comment period. TVA’s agency involvement included notification to local, state, and federal agencies and federally recognized tribes. Comments on the Draft EA were accepted through August 14, 2026, via TVA’s website, mail, and e-mail.   Two comments were received and are included in Appendix C1 of the Final EA. 

Supporting Documents

Final Environmental Assessment and Finding of No Significant Impact

Draft Environmental Assessment

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