To request a print copy of the following publications, click here,
call 503-230-INFO [4636] or 1-800-622-4520, or e-mail library@bpa.gov.

General Information

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Serving the people of the Northwest	. . . . .	A concise explanation of what BPA does. (10 pages, 7x7")
2011 BPA Facts	. . . . .	A two-page collection of handy facts about BPA.
2011 BPA Pocket Facts	. . . . .	A handy pocket collection of facts about BPA.
BPA, Committed to NW Values	. . . . .	BPA's responsibilities to the people and the environment of the Pacific Northwest. (8 pages)
BPA Journal	. . . . .	BPA news and public involvement opportunities for customers, constituents and the general public. A mailing list is available for this publication. (4 pages)
Fact Sheets	. . . . .	Information on specific projects or issues. (Page numbers vary)
Annual Report	. . . . .	Revenue and expenses; year in review.
Organizational Chart	. . . . .	BPA's structure and leaders. (1 page, 11x17")
70 proud moments in BPA's 70 years	. . . . .	Historical high points since BPA's creation in 1937. (8 pages)
Records of Decision	. . . . .	A reverse chronological listing of BPA's Records of Decision.

Letters

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Letter to the Region about the Jan. 31, 2012, meeting	. . . . .	Administrator Steve Wright has issued a letter to the region inviting interested parties to join him at the Jan. 31 meeting to provide information the agency should consider as it develops the initial spending levels for the formal Integrated Program Review, slated to begin this summer.
Letter to the Region on cost management practices	. . . . .	Administrator Steve Wright has written a letter to the region explaining how cost management practices have contributed to the agency's positive revenue picture.

Brochures/Publications

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Columbia River Treaty Review


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Columbia River Treaty History and 2010/2024 Review	. . . . .	Summarizes the Columbia River Treaty between the United States and Canada and an overview of the multi-year effort to address post-2024 Treaty provisions. (8 pages)
Columbia River Treaty Review: Phase 1 Technical Studies	. . . . .	Describes the initial phase of the multi-year effort to address post-2024 Treaty provisions. (4 pages)
Columbia River Treaty Phase 1 Report and Executive Summary (July 2010)	. . . . .	The Phase 1 studies were the initial base modeling and analysis done for the larger Columbia River Treaty 2014/2024 Review.
Phase 1 Report Appendices (July 2010)	. . . . .	Phase 1 Report Appendices.
Supplemental Report (Sept. 2010)	. . . . .	Supplemental Report provides information on how current U.S. fish operations may affect the operation of U.S. reservoirs or may be impacted by Called Upon flood control and termination or continuation of the Treaty.
Supplemental Report Appendices (Sept. 2010)	. . . . .	Supplemental Report Appendices A-D and Fact Sheet.



Education


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Coloring Book	. . . . .	(Preschool - 3rd) The story of electricity, water and fish featuring Zippie, Splash and Sam N. (14 pages)
Activity Sheet	. . . . .	(Preschool - 3rd) Saving energy featuring Zippie, Splash and Sam N. (4 pages)
Kids in the Creek Bug Card	. . . . .	(3rd-6th grade) Intended for use with the Kids in the Creek curriculum, this laminated card identifies the bugs that indicate whether or not a stream is healthy for salmon. (2 pages)
Hydro Power	. . . . .	(3rd-6th grade) How Electricity gets from the River to Your House. (4 pages)
The Water Cycle Hexaflexagon	. . . . .	(4th-6th grade) A folded geometric figure that explains the water cycle. (11x17")
Pacific Salmon Life Cycle Hexaflexagon	. . . . .	(4th-6th grade) A folded geometric figure that explains the life cycle of the Pacific Salmon. (11x17")
Hydropower- What Is It?	. . . . .	(4th-8th grade) This 3-D replica of a dam with fish ladder, transformer and transmission tower can be assembled and taped to its base showing roads, grass and the river. (2 pages)
Journey of the Oncorhynchus	. . . . .	(4th-10th grade) The story of the Pacific Northwest salmon. (16 pages)
Voyage to the Pacific	. . . . .	(5th-9th grade) The fictional story of Leslie LaFont and her grandfather canoeing the Columbia River from its source in British Columbia to the Pacific Ocean, 82 days and 1,200 miles later. (23 pages)
The Magnificent Journey	. . . . .	(6th-10th grade) The life of a single wild Chinook salmon, Onco (short for Oncorhynchus tshawystcha), told through text and pictures. (19 pages)
Keeping the Lights On	. . . . .	(8th-12th grade) This 12-page booklet contains fun facts and interviews with BPA employees about what it takes to keep the lights on in the Pacific Northwest. (12 pages) Companion 14 minute video can also be ordered.
The Federal Columbia River Power System: Inside Story	. . . . .	(11th-12th grade) A detailed explanation of the planning and operation of the multi-use dams and reservoirs of the Columbia River System. (80 pages)



Energy Efficiency


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Energy Saving Tips

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Simple steps you can take to cut your energy consumption.



Environment


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Electric and magnetic fields & transmission lines	. . . . .	Potential electric and magnetic fields levels are important factors that BPA considers when determining and selecting transmission line project alternatives. See also: the National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences Web site at www.niehs.nih.gov/health/topics/agents/emf/ and the World Health Organization Web site at www.who.int/peh-emf/publications/en/.
NEPA: A guide to being heard in the process	. . . . .	The EIS process consists of several steps, each with opportunities for you to get involved. BPA follows these six steps for EISs on projects, plans and policies.
A Better Environment, A Better Future	. . . . .	An overview of BPA's environmental stewardship in the Pacific Northwest.



Federal Columbia River Power System


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Hydropower	. . . . .	Overview of hydropower, how it works for you and its role in the Pacific Northwest. (8 pages)
Federal Columbia River Power System	. . . . .	Examines the 31 federally owned multipurpose dams on the Columbia and its tributaries (10 pages)
The Federal Columbia River Power System: Inside Story	. . . . .	A detailed explanation of the planning and operation of the multi-use dams and reservoirs of the Columbia River System. (80 pages)
Daily/Hourly Hydrosystem Operation	. . . . .	How the Columbia River System responds to short-term needs. (51 pages)
Power System Coordination	. . . . .	A guide to the Pacific Northwest Coordination Agreement. (46 pages)
Modeling the System	. . . . .	How computers are used in Columbia River planning. (43 pages)
SOR User's Guide	. . . . .	How to navigate through the SOR Analysis (30 pages)



Fish


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Managing the Columbia River system to help fish	. . . . .	Learn how the dams have been revamped and their operations overhauled to increase fish survival. (4 pages)
Columbia River hatcheries: an evolving role	. . . . .	Learn the important role hatcheries play in protecting and restoring salmon runs. (4 pages)
Predator control helps salmon	. . . . .	Learn about programs to reduce the impact of key predators on salmon. (2 pages)
Understanding salmon survival in the ocean	. . . . .	Find out how ocean studies help fish managers choose the most effective strategies for salmon survival. (4 pages)
Catch Some Cash	. . . . .	How to cash in on the Pikeminnow Sport Reward Fishery Program. (Four-fold)
An Angler's Guide to Finding and Catching Northern Pikeminnow	. . . . .	Understanding, locating, and catching Northern pikeminnow. (Four-fold)



Landowner Use and Safety Information


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Keeping the way clear for safe reliable service	. . . . .	A brochure on BPA's Vegetation Management program to prevent outages and protect public safety.
Power lines and crops can be good neighbors	. . . . .	Information on vegetation management near power lines specifically related to crops. (4 pages)
Living and working safely around high-voltage power lines	. . . . .	A basic safety guide for anyone who lives or works near power lines.
Landowner's Guide to Compatible Use of BPA Rights-of-Way	. . . . .	A guide for the proper use of right-of-way easements and general safe practices around the high-voltage power lines.
Application for Use of BPA Right of Way	. . . . .	Form to be completed for proposed use of a BPA right-of-way (Microsoft Word).
Landowner's Guide to BPA Projects: Before & During construction	. . . . .	How BPA acquires land or land rights for projects. Identifies the choices and rights you have as a landowner and explains each step in the process.
Crime Witness Brochure	. . . . .	How to report theft, vandalism, illegal dumping or suspicious activities on Bonneville Power Administration property.

Legal


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BPA Statutes	. . . . .	Statutes that led to the creation of and govern BPA. (242 pages)
Pacific Northwest Electric Power Planning and Conservation Act	. . . . .	With index (50 pages)



Power


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Hydropower	. . . . .	Overview of hydropower, how it works for you and its role in the Pacific Northwest. (8 pages)
Renewable Energy Summary	. . . . .	BPA's current renewable energy projects. (Four-fold)




Transmission


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Conferring with customers on BPA's transmission tariff

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Discussion of BPA's voluntary efforts to seek reciprocity status from FERC. (12 pages)

Reports

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Columbia River high-water operations [June 1-14, 2010] Cover Letter Final Report	. . . . .	BPA has researched and issued a comprehensive report outlining the steps it and others took during the recent high Columbia River streamflows to avoid harming fish because of excess spill.
Conferring with customers on BPA's transmission tariff Report	. . . . .	Discussion of BPA's voluntary efforts to seek reciprocity status from FERC. (12 pages)
Red Book	. . . . .	Annual Report on Conservation Savings (32 pages)
Sustainability at BPA Sustainability Report (requires flash) Sustainability Report (pdf)	. . . . .	Interactive Sustainability Report
White Book	. . . . .	Pacific Northwest Loads and Resources Study (188 pages, technical appendixes = 1104 pages)
White Papers
Climate Change
. . . . .	[aka, the "White Paper"] 2008 Initial Roadmap (31 pages)
Congestion Management	. . . . .	[aka, the "White Paper"] Challenge for the Northwest, Protecting and managing an increasingly congested transmission system. (34 pages)

Tribal

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Tribal Affairs brochure	. . . . .	Information regarding BPA's Tribal Affairs services and programs. (Four-fold)
Tribal Policy	. . . . .	The purpose, objectives, and principles of the BPA Tribal Policy. (Tri-fold)

Maps

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BPA Public, Tribal and IOU Customers	. . . . .	(45 x 34")
BPA Public, Tribal and IOU Customers and O&M Districts	. . . . .	(34 x 23")
BPA Transmission Lines	. . . . .	(11 x 8.5")
BPA Transmission Lines and Facilities	. . . . .	(48 x 36")
BPA Transmission Lines and Facilities	. . . . .	Lines by voltage (48 x 36")
Idaho State BPA Public Utilities, Cooperatives and Municipalities	. . . . .	(11 x 8.5")
Idaho State BPA Public, Tribal and IOU Customers	. . . . .	(11 x 8.5")
Idaho State Congressional Districts and BPA Public, Tribal and IOU Customers	. . . . .	(11 x 8.5")
Major dams in the Columbia Basin	. . . . .	(11 x 8.5")
Montana State BPA Public Utilities, Cooperatives and Municipalities	. . . . .	(11 x 8.5")
Montana State Congressional Districts BPA Public, Tribal and IOU Customers	. . . . .	(11 x 8.5")
Northwest Utility Control Areas	. . . . .	(11 x 8.5")
Northwest Utility Control Areas	. . . . .	With BPA lines and counties (11 x 8.5")
Oregon State BPA Public Utilities, Cooperatives and Municipalities	. . . . .	(11 x 8.5")
Oregon State Congressional Districts and BPA Public, Tribal and IOU Customers	. . . . .	(11 x 8.5")
Public and Private Electric Utility Service Areas	. . . . .	(11 x 8.5")
Transmission Lines and Dams	. . . . .	(23 x 17")
Washington State BPA Public Utilities, Cooperatives and Municipalities	. . . . .	(11 x 8.5")
Washington State Congressional Districts BPA Public, Tribal and IOU Customers	. . . . .	(11 x 8.5")
Washington State  BPA Public, Tribal and IOU Customers	. . . . .	(11 x 8.5")

Also Available

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Current BPA projects

Current power rate documentation

Current transmission rate documentation

Current Resource Program documentation

BPA Manual

Archive (discontinued publications)

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2003 Lessons Learned Report to the Region	. . . . .	BPA examination of lessons learned from the 2000-2001 West Coast Energy Crisis
2003 Lessons Learned Report to Administrator	. . . . .	BPA examination of lessons learned from the 2000-2001 West Coast Energy Crisis
Backgrounders	. . . . .	Background on electric utility issues (2005 - 2006)
Energy Efficiency Newsletters	. . . . .	This is no longer being published
Enterprise Process Improvement Project (EPIP)	. . . . .	This is no longer being published
Issue Alerts	. . . . .	Information on current electric utility issues (2005)
Issue Briefs	. . . . .	Information on current electric utility issues (2006)
Keeping Current	. . . . .	Specific project, program, or policy information (1996 - 2005)