Kotzebue Water Supply Dam
Key Takeaway
Kotzebue Water Supply Dam is classified as significant hazard in Alaska. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is water supply. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 27.1% in AK) |
| Dam Length | 970 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 412 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 370 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | AK00064 |
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 KOTZEBUE
Local Government
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Kotzebue Water Supply Dam?
Kotzebue Water Supply 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 Kotzebue Water Supply Dam?
Kotzebue Water Supply Dam is owned by CITY OF KOTZEBUE (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Kotzebue Water Supply Dam built?
Kotzebue Water Supply Dam was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Kotzebue Water Supply Dam?
Kotzebue Water Supply 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 Kotzebue Water Supply Dam?
Kotzebue Water Supply Dam has a dam height of 16 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 Kotzebue Water Supply Dam last inspected?
Kotzebue Water Supply Dam was last inspected on November 6, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.