Akutan Hydro Dam
Key Takeaway
Akutan Hydro Dam is classified as significant hazard in Alaska. It was completed in 1993 and is 33 years old. Its primary use is hydroelectric. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 37.6% in AK) |
| Dam Length | 200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 20 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| Year Completed | 1993 (33 years old) |
| NID ID | AK00264 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
CITY OF AKUTAN
Local Government
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Akutan Hydro Dam?
Akutan Hydro Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Akutan Hydro Dam?
Akutan Hydro Dam is owned by CITY OF AKUTAN (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Akutan Hydro Dam built?
Akutan Hydro Dam was completed in 1993, making it 33 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Akutan Hydro Dam?
Akutan Hydro Dam serves the following purposes: Hydroelectric. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Akutan Hydro Dam?
Akutan Hydro Dam has a dam height of 21 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Akutan Hydro Dam last inspected?
Akutan Hydro Dam was last inspected on June 20, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.