Stover Dam

Kodiak Island Borough, Alaska· Built 1962· Rockfill· 11 ft tall
Low Hazard Fish And Wildlife Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Stover Dam is classified as low hazard in Alaska. It was completed in 1962 and is 64 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.

Physical Details

Dam Height 11 ft (taller than 15.3% in AK)
Dam Length96 ft
Dam TypeRockfill
Max Storage110 acre-ft
Normal Storage80 acre-ft
Surface Area8 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge68 cfs
Year Completed1962 (64 years old)
NID IDAK00098

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: May 22, 1986
State Regulated: No

Ownership

LOIS STOVER

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Stover Dam?

Stover Dam 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 Stover Dam?

Stover Dam is owned by LOIS STOVER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Stover Dam built?

Stover Dam was completed in 1962, making it 64 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 Stover Dam?

Stover Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Stover Dam?

Stover Dam has a dam height of 11 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 Stover Dam last inspected?

Stover Dam was last inspected on May 22, 1986. 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.