Common use of Direct Consultation Clause in Contracts

Direct Consultation. If the Unscheduled Maintenance will affect any Required Minimum Instream Flow, LIP Flow, or Normal Reservoir Operating Range, the Licensee will consult with NCDENR, NCWRC, PE, USFWS as soon as possible after the unscheduled maintenance begins, but no longer than 10 days afterwards. If the Unscheduled Maintenance is expected to result in a drawdown of any of the Project reservoirs below the Critical Reservoir Water Elevation, the Licensee will consult with the NCSHPO. The Licensee will notify FERC after consultation with agencies. The Licensee will consider options suggested by the identified agencies and organizations that could lessen the impact of the maintenance.