Alitak Cannery Dam #2

Kodiak Island Borough, Alaska· Built 1964· Earth· 18 ft tall
Low Hazard Water Supply Private

Key Takeaway

Alitak Cannery Dam #2 is classified as low hazard in Alaska. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is water supply.

Physical Details

Dam Height 18 ft (taller than 34.1% in AK)
Dam Length347 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage52 acre-ft
Normal Storage52 acre-ft
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge20 cfs
Year Completed1964 (62 years old)
NID IDAK00091

Safety Information

Low Hazard

No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: June 20, 2018
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: AKDNR

Ownership

OCEAN BEAUTY SEAFOODS, INC.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Alitak Cannery Dam #2?

Alitak Cannery Dam #2 is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Alitak Cannery Dam #2?

Alitak Cannery Dam #2 is owned by OCEAN BEAUTY SEAFOODS, INC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Alitak Cannery Dam #2 built?

Alitak Cannery Dam #2 was completed in 1964, making it 62 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 Alitak Cannery Dam #2?

Alitak Cannery Dam #2 serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Alitak Cannery Dam #2?

Alitak Cannery Dam #2 has a dam height of 18 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 Alitak Cannery Dam #2 last inspected?

Alitak Cannery Dam #2 was last inspected on June 20, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.