Blue Lake
Alaska, City and Borough of Sitka County, Sawmill Creek
Location
| State | Alaska |
| County | City and Borough of Sitka |
| River | Sawmill Creek |
| Coordinates | 57.06286, -135.19850 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 294 ft |
| Dam Height | 294 ft |
| Dam Length | 288 ft |
| NID Storage | 266,000 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 266,000 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1,646 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | August 1, 2022 |
| Inspection Frequency | 1 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1961 |
| Primary Purpose | Hydroelectric |
| Dam Type | Arch |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | City and Borough of Sitka |
Location Map
About This Dam Record
Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.