Bettinger Upper Reservoir Dam
Key Takeaway
Bettinger Upper Reservoir Dam is classified as high hazard in Alaska. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is water supply. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 67 ft (taller than 84.7% in AK) |
| Dam Length | 942 ft |
| Dam Type | Rockfill |
| Max Storage | 93 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 67 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 64 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | AK00022 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
CITY OF KODIAK
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Bettinger Upper Reservoir Dam?
Bettinger Upper Reservoir Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Bettinger Upper Reservoir Dam?
Bettinger Upper Reservoir Dam is owned by CITY OF KODIAK (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bettinger Upper Reservoir Dam built?
Bettinger Upper Reservoir Dam was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Bettinger Upper Reservoir Dam?
Bettinger Upper Reservoir Dam 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 Bettinger Upper Reservoir Dam?
Bettinger Upper Reservoir Dam has a dam height of 67 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 Bettinger Upper Reservoir Dam last inspected?
Bettinger Upper Reservoir Dam was last inspected on May 21, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.