Summary
Built in 1975, this Earth dam stands at 65 feet high and has a storage capacity of 943 acre-feet, serving the purpose of water supply for the surrounding area. The dam spans 1200 feet in length and regulates the flow of Bridge Creek, ensuring a steady water supply for the region.
With a high hazard potential and fair condition assessment, Bridge Creek Dam is subject to regular inspections to ensure its safety and functionality. The dam is regulated by the Alaska Department of Natural Resources and meets state permitting, inspection, and enforcement requirements. Despite its moderate risk assessment, the dam continues to play a crucial role in managing water resources and supporting the local community.
Bridge Creek Dam, designed by SHANNON & WILSON, serves as a significant water management structure in the Kenai Peninsula. With its strategic location and design specifications, the dam remains a key asset in ensuring water supply reliability and mitigating potential risks associated with water resource management in the region.
Year Completed |
1975 |
Dam Length |
1200 |
Dam Height |
65 |
River Or Stream |
BRIDGE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
36 |
Hydraulic Height |
52 |
Drainage Area |
3.2 |
Nid Storage |
943 |
Structural Height |
65 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
65 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Dam Data Reference
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.
Bridge Creek Dam