Alitak Cannery Dam #2 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Alitak Cannery Dam #1
Last Updated: April 5, 2026
Alitak Cannery Dam #2, located in Kodiak Island, Alaska, was completed in 1964 and serves as a vital water supply structure in the area.
Summary
Designed by SHANNON & WILSON, this private-owned earth dam stands at 18 feet high with a hydraulic height of 15 feet, providing a storage capacity of 52 acre-feet. Its primary purpose is water supply, supporting the needs of the Alitak Cannery community. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment in 2019 rated as poor, indicating potential maintenance and repair needs.
Managed by the Alaska Department of Natural Resources, the Alitak Cannery Dam #2 undergoes regular inspections every five years, with the last one conducted in June 2018. The dam's poor condition highlights the importance of addressing maintenance issues to ensure its continued functionality and safety. While the dam currently poses a low risk, proper risk management measures and ongoing assessments are crucial to prevent any potential hazards in the future. Water resource and climate enthusiasts in the area may find interest in monitoring the updates and developments regarding the maintenance and risk management of this essential water supply infrastructure.
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Year Completed |
1964 |
Dam Length |
347 |
Dam Height |
18 |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
15 |
Drainage Area |
0.35 |
Nid Storage |
52 |
Structural Height |
18 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
18 |
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Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
HighDams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
Alitak Cannery Dam #3