Bonnie Rose Lake Dam

Aleutians West Census Area, Alaska· Built 1943· Buttress· 10 ft tall
Significant Hazard Water Supply Local Government

Key Takeaway

Bonnie Rose Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Alaska. It was completed in 1943 and is 83 years old. Its primary use is water supply. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 10 ft (taller than 11.8% in AK)
Dam Length60 ft
Dam TypeButtress
Max Storage2.3K acre-ft
Normal Storage2.1K acre-ft
Surface Area120 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Max Discharge1,000 cfs
Year Completed1943 (83 years old)
NID IDAK00108

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: November 10, 2011
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: AKDNR

Ownership

CITY OF ADAK

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Bonnie Rose Lake Dam?

Bonnie Rose Lake 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 Bonnie Rose Lake Dam?

Bonnie Rose Lake Dam is owned by CITY OF ADAK (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Bonnie Rose Lake Dam built?

Bonnie Rose Lake Dam was completed in 1943, making it 83 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 Bonnie Rose Lake Dam?

Bonnie Rose Lake 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 Bonnie Rose Lake Dam?

Bonnie Rose Lake Dam has a dam height of 10 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 Bonnie Rose Lake Dam last inspected?

Bonnie Rose Lake Dam was last inspected on November 10, 2011. 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.