Before the FERC Application for New License for the Annex Creek ...

Before the 

FEDERAL ENERGY REGULATORY COMMISSION 

APPLICATION FOR NEW LICENSE 

for the 

ANNEX CREEK AND SALMON CREEK 

HYDROELECTRIC PROJECT 

FERC PROJECT NO.2307 

MAJOR PROJECT - EXISTING DAM 

ALASKA ELECTRIC LIGHT AND POWER COMPANY 

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• 

OCTOBER 1985

Before the 


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ANN~EX 

CREEK AND SALMON .C'REEK 

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ANNEX CREEK/SALMON CREEK 


FERC NO. 2307 

Salmon Creek 

Annex Creek

APPLICATION FOR LICENSE 

FOR MAJOR PROJECT - EXISTING DAM 



FERC PROJECT NO. 2307 

GENERAL TABLE OF CONTENTS 

Exhibit 

A 

B 

C 

D 

E 

F 

G 

INITIAL STATEMENT 

PROJECT DESCRIPTION 

Title 

PROJECT OPERATION AND RESOURCE UTILIZATION 

CONSTRUCTION SCHEDULE 

PROJECT COSTS AND FINANCING 

ENVIRONMENTAL REPORT 

GENERAL DESIGN DRAWINGS 

SUPPORTING DESIGN REPORT (UNDER SEPARATE COVER) 

PROJECT MAPS

BEFORE THE FEDERAL ENERGY REGULATORY COMMISSION 

APPLICATION FOR LICENSE 

FOR MAJOR PROJECT - EXISTING DAM 

INITIAL STATEMENT 

1. The Alaska Electric Light and Power Company (Applicant) applies to the 

Federa 1 Energy Regu 1 a tory Commi s s i on (FERC) for a 11 cense for the Annex 

Creek and Salmon Creek Hydroelectric Project (Project) as described in 

the attached Exhibits. The Project is designated as FERC Project 

No. 2307. The original license for this Project was issued to Alaska 

Juneau Mining Company (A-J Industries) on October 24, 1963 and transferred 

to Alaska Electric Light and Power Company on March 23, 1973. 

2. The location of this Project is: 

State or Territory: 

County: 

Township or Nearby Town: 

Stream or Other Body 

of Water: 

Alaska 

City and Borough of Juneau 

Juneau 

Annex Creek and Salmon Creek 

3. The exact name and business address of the Applicant are: 

Alaska Electric Light and Power Company 

134 North Franklin Street 

Juneau, Alaska 99801 

The exact name, business address and phone number of each person authorized 

to act as Agent for the Applicant in this application is: 

Mr. William A. Corbus 



Phone: (907) 586-2222 

4. The App 11 cant is a domes tic corpora t 1 on organ i zed under the 1 aws of the 

State of Alaska and duly qualified to do business in the State of Alaska. 

5. (i) The statutory or regulatory requirements of the State(s) in which 

the Project woul d be located and that affect the Project as proposed, 

with respect to bed and banks and to the appropriation, 

diversion, and use of water for power purposes, and with respect to 

the right to engage in the business of developing, transmitting, 

and distributing power and in any other business necessary to 

accomplish the purposes of the license under the Federal Power Act, 

are:

a. Division of Policy and Planning, Office of the Governor 

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Under Alaska Statutes AS 46.60.010-20 and the Alaska Administration 

Code 6 AAC 80.010-85.900, the State must determine 

whether activities having a "direct and significant impact" 

on coastal waters are compatible with State plans for the 

coastal zone. 

b. Alaska Public Utilities Commission 

AS 42.05.010-721 provides for comprehensive regulation of the 

services provided by electrical utilities and the rates 

charged for those services. 

c. Department of Environmental Conservation 

Under 18 AAC 70.081, the Department must certify that a project 

will comply with Alaska water quality standards. In 

add i ti on t under AS 43.03·.020, the Department in conj unct i on 

with the Department of Fish and Game must ascertain any 

impact on runs of anadromous fish. 

d. Department of Fish and Game 

Under AS 16.10.020, the Department1s approval is required for 

any work impacting anadromous fish streams. 

e. Department of Natural Resources 

Under 11 AAC 93.150-200, the Department has extensive regulations 

covering dam construction. Under AS 46.15.010-270, the 

Department regulates appropriation of State waters. Under AS 

38.05.330 and regulations promulgated under 11 AAC 58.300-910, 

the Department grants leases and easements that may be needed 

to use or cross State lands. Also under AS 41.20.040, AS 

41.35.020, AS 41.35.050, AS 41.35.080 and the regulations 

promu 1 gated under 11 AAC 16.010-160, the Department admi n i s 

ters and regulates the historic, prehistoric and archaeological 

resources of the State. 

(ii) The steps which the Applicant has taken or plans to take to comply 

with each of the laws cited above are: 

a. Division of Policy and Planning, Office of the Governor 

To comply with the laws and regulations administered by this 

agency, we have submitted a packet of information describing 

the Project, a completed Coastal Project Questionnaire, a 

Statement of Consistency with the State Coastal Zone Management 

Plan, and a draft of the application for new license.

. Alaska Public Utilities Commission 

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A copy of the information packet and the draft appl i cation 

was filed with the Alaska Public Utilities Commission. 

c. Department of Environmental Conservation 

A copy of the information packet and draft application was 

filed with the Department of Environmental Conservation. 

Their letter of May 15, 1985 waived the State1s right to 

certify the proposed activity. Therefore, no further action 

regarding the Section 401 Water Quality Certification is 

required at this time. 

d. Department of Fish and Game 

A copy of the information packet and draft appl ication was 

filed with the Alaska Department of Fish and Game. 

e. Department of Natural Resources 

Copies of the packet of information and draft license application 

were submitted to the Department of Natural Resources. 

Additional information on the listing of the facilities at 

Annex Creek was submi tted at the request of the State Hi s 

toric Preservation Officer. 

6. The existing Annex Creek and Salmon Creek Hydroelectric Project is owned 

and operated by Alaska Electric Light and Power Company. 

I N WI TNESS WHEREOF the App 1 i cant has cau sed its name to be hereunder 

signed by William A. Corbus, Manager, Alaska Electric Light and Power 

Company, thereunto duly authorized this 9 day of 0 ~ I 1985. 

ALASKA ELECTRIC POWER AND LIGHT 

By: 

(80678B)

This Application is executed in the 

City and Borough of Juneau, 

State of Alaska, 

by: 

SUBSCRIPTION AND VERIFICATION 

William A. Corbus 

Alaska Electric Light and Power Co. 

134 N. Franklin Street 


being duly sworn, deposes and says that the contents of this Application are 

true to the bes t of his knowl edge or be 1 i ef. The unders 1 gned App 1 i cant has 

signed the Application this ~day of O~ ,. 19~. 

) ss 

(Applicant) 

~tj 

By: i:J~e~ Q. ~ 

Subscribed and sworn to before me, a (Notary Public, or title of other official 

author1zpd by the State to notarize d~mel'ts, as approprl~te), of the 

State of a/'d;ol!4=-= thi s day of (J!dCed'~·5), 19?~ . 

(seal) 

~ta~t or other authorized official) 

My Comm iss i on e xp ire s _____ 1 1_-.....;/:....=.3_-.,;;...;:'..".,7:.....-_________ _

EXHIBIT A 

PROJECT DESCRIPTION 

TABLE OF CONTENTS 

Section 

Number 

1 .0 

2.0 

3.0 

INTRODUCTION 

Section and Subsection Title 

ANNEX CREEK COMPONENT DESCRIPTION 

2. 1 Genera 1 

2.2 Project Structures 

2.3 Impoundment 

2.4 Turbine-Generators 

2.5 Primary Transmission Lines 

2.6 Additional Equipment 

2.7 Lands of the United States 

SALMON CREEK COMPONENT DESCRIPTION 

3.1 General 

3.2 Project Structures 

3.3 Impoundment 

3.4 Turbine-Generators 

3.5 Primary Transmission Lines 

3.6 Additional Equipment 

3.7 Lands of the United States 

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APPENDIX A-l - Project License Chronology

1.0 INTRODUCTION 

The Annex Creek and Salmon Creek Hydroelectric Project (Project) is 

located in Southeast Alaska i~ a mountainous region within the City and 

Borough of Juneau (CBJ). The Project consists of two geographically separate 

components, Annex Creek and Salmon Creek, whose reservoirs are located approximately 

10 miles northeast and 3 miles north of downtown Juneau, respectively. 

Total Project installed capacity is 18,050 kVA (13.1 MW). The Annex Creek 

Powerhouse contains two turbine-generator units for a total capacity of 

4,050 kVA (3.6 MH) and is located 11 m; 1es east of downtown Juneau on Taku 

Inlet. The Salmon Creek Upper Powerhouse contains two turbine-generator units 

for a total capacity of 3,500 kVA (2.8 MW) and the Lower Powerhouse contains 

one turbine-generator unit rated at 10,500 kVA (6.7 MH>' Due to constraints 

on the Salmon Creek Upper Penstock, both powerhouses cannot be operated simultaneously. 

Both are located within the Juneau Townsite which is shown in 

Exhibit G-l. The existing facilities are described in detail in the following 

sections and their locations are shown in Exhibit G-1. Since the Project consists 

of two distinct reservoir components with associated facilities, each 

reservoir and its associated facilities are described as a discrete development 

(Component). The Annex Creek Component is described first, followed by 

Salmon Creek. 

The Project is owned and operated by Alaska E1 ectri c Light and 

Power Company (AELP). AELP is an investor-owned electric utility that serves 

approximately 901 of the population of CBJ. It is estimated that the Project 

wi 11 supp 1 y a quarter of Juneau IS e 1 ectr i ca 1 energy dur i ng 1985. A br i ef 

history of AELP and the Project is presented below. 

AELP was organized in 1893, and in the summer of 1894 began to genera 

te and dis tr i bute e 1 ectri city produced from the waters of Gold Creek to 

res i dences and sma 11 bus i nes ses . As Juneau grew, the use of e 1 ectr i city 

increased, and steam generation facilities were added to the system. The 

mi n i ng compan i es in the Juneau area a 1 so bu i 1 t the i r own pr iva te genera t i ng 

facilities, most of which were hydroelectric. 

In 1914-15 the Gastineau Mining Company constructed first the 

Sa 1 mon Creek and then the Annex Creek Proj ect fac il i ties. The Proj ec't IS 

construction history, including the numerous rehabilitation programs, is 

described fully in Exhibit C. By 1936 all the mining companies and their 

electric generating facilities had been amalgamated into the Alaska Juneau 

Mining Company (A-J Industries). As AELP's load continued to grow, it met its 

addi tiona 1 energy requi rement wi th purchases from A-J Industri es. When the 

m; nes were permanent 1 y closed in 1944, AELP became the sole purchaser of A-J 

Industries' hydroelectric energy. 

Beginning in the late 1960's, A-J Industries, the Alaska Public 

utilities Commission (APUC), and the Juneau municipal government became 

i nvo 1 ved ina cos t 1 Y and pro longed 1 ega 1 dispute over the eff; c; ency of A-J 

Industries' hydroelectric operation and its rate base. The case went to the 

Alaska Supreme Court and resulted in numerous changes in wholesale rates to

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AELP and, consequently, to AELP's customers. In 1973, AELP purchased A-J 

Industries' hydroelectric generating facilities and transmission system, and 

the l.awsuit was resolved. This acquisition included the existing Project 

facilities. An historical chronology of Project licensing events is included 

as Appendix A-l.

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2.0 ANNEX CREEK COMPONENT DESCRIPTION 

2.1 GENERAL 

The Annex Creek Component iss i tuated ina remote area of the 

Tongass National Forest. There are two lakes in the Annex Creek drainage 

area, Upper and Lower Annex Lake. Upper Annex Lake Reservoi r, the 1 arger of 

the two, serves as the reservoi r for the Annex Creek Component. It has a 

natura 1 water surface area of 183 acres at El 820 Mean Sea Leve 1 (MSL). A 

timber buttress dam is located at the outlet of Upper Annex Lake Reservoir, 

with a spillway crest at El 844.3 MSL. This raises the normal maximum water 

surface area of the reservoi r to 264 acres. Spi 11 way dis charge flows into 

Lower Annex Lake whi ch ; s drai ned by Annex Creek. Annex Creek flows for 

approximately 0.5 mile downstream of the lake, discharging into Taku Inlet. 

A tunne 1 has been dri ven in rock to Upper Annex Lake Reservoi r, 

with a lake tap at El 690 MSL. A valve chamber is located at the outlet of 

the tunnel which connects to the penstock. The penstock is a riveted steel 

pipe 7,031 feet long, varying in diameter from 42 to 34 inches. The powerhouse 

conta ins two turb i ne-genera tor un its for a tota 1 of 4,050 kVA and i s 

located at Taku Inlet, approximately 0.5 mile northeast of the outlet of Annex 

Creek. A 23-kV transmission line, with a combination of steel and wood structures, 

transmi ts the power generated at Annex Creek to the Thane Sw; tchyard. 

Thane is located on Gastineau Channel, approximately 4 mi les southwest of 

downtown Juneau. 

2.2 PROJECT STRUCTURES 

Annex Creek Dam. The Annex Creek Dam is a 20-foot-high by approximately 

110-foot-long timber buttress dam, which was reconstructed in 1967. The dam 

is constructed of pressure treated timbers. The upstream face is composed of 

3-inch-thick tongue and groove decking over 8-inch by 8-inch horizontal 

stringers. The stringers are supported by 8-inch by 10-inch beams which rest 

on 8-inch by 10-inch timber buttress struts. The upstream face is protected 

with an application of coal tar pitch. The toe of the dam is a concrete curb 

which provides a watertight seal with the rock foundation. 

A 57-foot-long spillway crest, also constructed of timber decking, 

is supported by 8-i nch by 8-i nch braced timber col umns at the center of the 

dam crest. The spillway crest is at El 844.3 MSL. The total hydraulic capacityof 

the spillway at Annex Dam is approximately 458 cfs with no freeboard on 

the dam. 

Annex Creek Power Conduit. The Annex Creek Tunnel is 1,418 feet long and 

connects directly with Upper Annex Lake Reservoir via a lake tap at El 690 

MSL. The 1 ake tap is not prov i ded wi th trashracks. The tunne 1 is approximately 

8 feet by 8 feet and is unlined at the upstream end for approximately 

540 feet, then protected by a 2-i nch guni te cover; ng for the next 628 feet. 

Approx i ma te 1 y the 1 as t 250 feet of the tunne 1 are re i nforced concrete-1 i ned.

Here a transition is made to a 78-inch-diameter conduit section which permits 

connection to the riveted steel penstock just upstream of the valve chamber. 

Flow through the power conduit is controlled by a 42-inch rising stem gate 

valve in the valve chamber. 

The Annex Creek Penstock is of riveted steel construction, 

7,031 feet long and varying in diameter from 42 inches at the tunnel portal to 

34 inches at the Annex Creek Powerhouse. The penstock wa 11 th i cknes s vari es 

from 1/2 inch to 5/8 inch. The penstock is supported over most of its length 

by wooden trestle structures. 

Annex Creek Powerhouse. The Annex Creek Powerhouse is located directly 

on Taku Inlet northeast of the mouth of Annex Creek. The powerhouse contains 

two 2, 500-horsepower i mpul se type turbi nes connected to two generator uni ts; 

one is rated at 2,250 kVA and the other at 1,800 kVA. The 34-inch-diameter 

penstock bifurcates just upstream of the units and a turbine shutoff valve is 

located on each branch permitting independent operation of the units. A 

single 34-inch valve, with 4-inch bypass, is also positioned upstream of the 

bifurcation as backup. The powerhouse is approximately 67 feet long by 

48 feet wide with a concrete substructure and steel frame superstructure with 

corruga ted meta 1 coveri ng. The floor is at El 28.56 and the he i ght of the 

powerhouse ;s approximately 40 feet measured to the top of the roof. A 25-ton 

overhead crane (now derated to 15 tons) moves on rails which extend the length 

of the structure. A concrete ta i 1 race, measuri ng 18 feet deep by 40 feet 

wide, discharges over a weir into the inlet. The weir crest is at E1 17.41. 

2.3 IMPOUNDMENT 

Upper Annex Lake Reservoi r . Upper Annex Lake Reservoi r has a norma 1 

maximum surface area of 264 acres and normal maximum surface elevation of 

844 feet MSL. The gros s storage capac i ty is 26,000 acre-feet at th is e 1 evation. 

The active storage capacity is 23,400 acre-feet with a minimum pool 

elevation of 705 feet MSL. 

2.4 TURBINE-GENERATORS 

Annex Creek Turbi nes. The Annex Creek Powerhouse conta ins two 2,500- 

horsepower, impulse type, Allis-Chalmers turbines. They each operate at 

300 rpm, under an average net effective head of 765 feet. 

Annex Creek Generators. The two generators installed at the Annex Creek 

Powerhouse are three-phase, 2,300-Volt Allis-Chalmers synchronous generators. 

Both generators were recently rewound; one is rated at 2,250 kVA and the other 

at 1,800 kVA. Excitation is provided by an automatic static voltage regulator 

system with a battery bank providing reliable control power. 

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2.5 PRIMARY TRANSMISSION LINES 

Annex Creek Transmission Line. The Annex Creek Component of the Project 

has 12 mll es of 23-kV transmi s s i on 1 i ne stretch i ng over mounta i nous terrain 

from the Annex Creek Powerhouse to the Thane Switchyard. The Annex-Thane circui 

t consi sts primari 1y of No. 2/0 bare copper conductors on both wood and 

steel towers. A portion of the line at high elevations utilizes copper-clad 

steel conduit conductors, which generate sufficient heat to alleviate a potential 

ice build up problem. 

2.6 ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT 

The Annex Creek Component has four 1, 250-kVA, s i ngl e-phase, 2,300- 

to 23,000-Volt, oil immersed, water-cooled Allis-Chalmers transformers. These 

transformers step-up from the 2,300-Vo1t generator voltage to the 23-kV transmission 

line voltage. One of the transformers serves as a spare. One set of 

three 23,000-Vo1t, double throw disconnect switches are provided as breakers. 

2.7 LANDS OF THE UNITED STATES 

The Annex Creek Component of the Proj ect inc 1 udes 692.6 acres of 

land owned by the United States including 215.2 acres on national Forest Service 

land and 477.4 acres on Bureau of Land Management land. 

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G-2 

G-3 

Annex Creek Component. 

Exhibit 

Township 

and Range 

T.41S, R.69E 

T.41S, R.69E 

Section 

4 

5 

8 

9 

10 

15 

16 

15 

16 

17 

18 

21 

Acres 

Use 

31 Reservoir 

83 Reservoir 

15 Reservoir 

242 Reservoir, tunnel, penstock, 

dam 

25 Reservoir, penstock 

43 Penstock, powerhouse 

3 Reservoir 

5.5 Transmission 1 i ne 



5 Transmission 1 i ne 

3.7 Transmission line

Township 

Exhibit and Range Section Acres Use 

G-3 T.41S, R.68E 13 5.9 Transmission 1 i ne 

22 5.5 Transmission 1 i ne 


24 6.6 Transmission line 

26 15.0 Transmission 1; ne 


32 5.4 Transmission line, switchyard 


34 11 .3 Transmission 1 i ne 

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3.0 SALMON CREEK COMPONENT DESCRIPTION 

3.1 GENERAL 

The Sa 1 mon Creek Component is 1 oca ted wi thi n the Juneau Towns i te 

Boundary. Salmon Creek Reservoir, located approximately 3 miles north of 

downtown Juneau, is formed by a concrete-arch dam. The spillway is located in 

the right abutment of the dam. An intake structure is built into the base of 

the dam wh i ch connects to the Sa 1 mon Creek Upper Pens tock and Upper Powerhouse. 

The Upper Powerhouse contains two turbine-generator units for a total 

of 3,500 kVA. Power generated at the Upper Powerhouse is transmi tted via a 

transmi s s ion 1 i ne to the old lower swi tchyard 1 oca ted near the Lower Powerhouse. 

Immedi ate 1 y above the Upper Powerhouse, the Upper Penstock bi furcates, 

permitting water to be diverted to the Upper Powerhouse or into the 

Lower Penstock leading to the Lower Powerhouse. The flow of water to either 

powerhouse is controlled by two butterfly valves located at the bifurcation. 

Due to Upper Penstock flow capacity and existing water rights, both 

powerhouses cannot be operated simultaneously. The Lower Penstock is of 

welded steel construction and is buried except where it crosses Salmon Creek. 

The new Lower Powerhouse is located on Gastineau Channel adjacent to the old 

Lower Powerhouse, now retired, approximately 3 miles northwest of downtown 

Juneau. The Lower Powerhouse contai ns one turbi ne-generator uni t rated at 

10,500 kVA. The nameplate capacity of the Lower Powerhouse Unit is 8.4 MW and 

was installed for future expansion. The licensed capacity of the unit is 

6.7 MW and is the maximum capacity the unit can presently operate. The power 

generated is transmitted via a short section (450 feet) of intertie to the new 

lower switchyard, where interconnection is made with AELp·s distribution 

system. 

When the Salmon Creek Component was originally constructed, an 

arbi trary e 1 evati on datum was used wi th the dam spi 11 way crest at E1 1172. 

This arbitrary datum is 26.29 feet below Mean Lower Low Water Datum (MLLW). 

Throughout thi s exhi bi t thi s arbi trary datum wi 11 be referred to as the Upper 

Salmon Creek Datum (USCD). 

The Lower Penstock and Lower Powerhouse, which were built in 1984, 

used another arbitrary elevation datum which is 4.79 feet below MLLW. This 

arbitrary datum will be referred to as the Lower Salmon Creek Datum (LSCD). 

3.2 PROJECT STRUCTURES 

Salmon Creek Dam. The Salmon Creek Dam is a concrete arch dam 170 feet 

high with a crest length of 648 feet. The dam crest is at E1 1175 (USCD). 

The spillway crest elevation is 1172 feet (USCD) with 3 feet of freeboard provided 

by the dam. An intake structure is built into the base of the dam. At

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the crown of the arch, the dam measures 6 feet thick at the crest and 47.5 feet 

at the foundation contact. 

Releases can be made directly into Salmon Creek through the reservoir 

outlet. The outlet consists of a 36-inch pipe through the dam with a 

36-inch gate valve used to maintain the reservoir level at E1 1140 (USCD). 

The spi 11 way is an uncontrolled crest wi th ten 5-foot-wi de bays 

separated by 1-foot-thi ck concrete pi ers. A concrete-1 i ned chute downstream 

of the spillway directs water into the creekbed below the right abutment. The 

hydraulic capacity of the spillway at Salmon Creek Dam is approximately 

810 cfs with no freeboard on the dam crest. The spillway does not function 

due to the limitation imposed by the FERC of the maximum pool level as 

described below in paragraph 3.3. 

Salmon Creek Upper Power Conduit. The intake structure measures 10 feet 

wide by 11 feet high and is equipped with trashracks. Water is conveyed from 

the intake structure to the va1vehouse immediately downstream of the dam 

through a 36-inch-diameter concrete conduit. Flow into the Upper Penstock is 

contro 11 ed there by a 36-inch, hand-operated gate va 1 ve. The Upper Pens tock 

is 4,475 feet in length and varies ;n diameter from 30 to 40 inches. The penstock 

is made of riveted steel varying in thickness from 0.25 to 0.47 inches. 

The Upper Penstock bifurcates immediately upstream of the powerhouse. Downstream 

of the bifurcation a butterfly valve has been installed on each 

branch. One condui t goes to the Upper Powerhouse and the other goes to the 

Lower Powerhouse via the Lower Penstock. 

Sa 1 mon Creek Upper Powerhouse. The Upper Powerhouse is a ti mber frame 

structure 63 feet long, 34 feet wide and 27 feet high with a concrete substructure. 

A 15-ton overhead crane serv ice s the fac i 1 i ty. Two 2, 500-horsepower 

impu1 se type turbi ne-generator un; ts are housed ; n the structure wi th 

six transformers in an attached 48-foot-10ng by 15-foot-wi de by 27-foot-hi gh 

re i nforced concrete bu i 1 d; ng . The 30-i nch-d i ameter pen stock b i furca tes jus t 

upstream of the units. The nozzle jet of the turbines is at E1 449.3 (USCD)' 

Discharge from the plant flows into the South Fork of Salmon Creek. Nearby 

detached structures serve as workshop, storage, and living accommodations. 

Salmon Creek Lower Penstock. The Salmon Creek Lower Penstock is a buried 

42-inch-diameter welded steel pipe varying in wall thickness from 0.375 to 

0.507 inches. It is approximately 11,030 feet long and is buried for its 

entire length except for the 346-foot section from the bifurcation to a pOint 

downstream of the Salmon Creek Bridge and for 225 feet at the lower bridge. 

The 42-inch-diameter penstock reduces to 30 inches in diameter just prior to 

entering the new Lower Powerhouse. 

Salmon Creek Lower Powerhouse. The new Lower Powerhouse structure is an 

insulated prefabricated metal building approximately 57 feet long by 44 feet 

wide by 22 feet high. It houses a single impulse turbine-generator unit with 

the turbine jet at E1 34 (LSCD). Equipment is serviced by a 30-ton capacity 

overhead bridge crane.

A 30-inch-diameter ball valve is located 1n the powerhouse immediately 

upstream of the turbine to serve as a turbine shutoff valve. An 8-foot 

by 4-foot buri ed rei nforced concrete ta il race di scharges into four 3-foot by 

3-foot concrete box culverts extending from the former Lower Powerhouse. 

These culverts, in turn, connect to a double 4-foot by 9-foot reinforced concrete 

box culvert that extends under Egan Drive and discharges into Gastineau 

Channel. The former Salmon Creek Lower Powerhouse is now used as a warehouse. 

3.3 IMPOUNDMENT 

Salmon Creek Reservoir. Until recently Salmon Creek Reservoir had a 

normal maximum water surface elevation of 1172 feet (USCD), with a resulting 

gross storage capacity of 18,000 acre-feet and a surface area of 205 acres. 

However, as ordered by the FERC in the current Project license, the reservoir 

surface is not allowed to exceed E1 1140 (USCD) for safety considerations (see 

Dam Safety Report, included in the Supporting Design Document to Exhibit F)' 

At this elevation the gross storage capacity is 12,000 acre-feet and the reservo; 

r area is 165 acres. The usab 1 e storage ; s 11,890 acre-feet at th; s 

reduced level. The minimum pool elevation is 1019 feet (USCD). 

3.4 TURBINE-GENERATORS 

Salmon Creek Upper Turbines. The Salmon Creek Upper Powerhouse contains 

two Joshua Hendy 2,500-horsepower, impulse turbines. They each operate at 

257 rpm under an average net head of 685 feet. 

Salmon Creek Upper Generators. The two General Electric generators 

installed at the Upper Powerhouse are three-phase, 60 Hz, 1,750-kVA, 2,300-Volt 

synchronous generators. Excitation is provided by an automatic static voltage 

regulator system with a battery bank providing reliable control power. 

Salmon Creek Lower Turbine. The Lower Powerhouse contains a single, 

9,210-horsepower Gilkes Turgo impulse turbine which operates at 720 rpm under 

a net effective head of 800 feet. 

Salmon Creek Lower Generator. The single generator installed at the 

Lower Powerhouse ;s a Siemans-Al1is three-phase, 10,500-kVA, 12,700-Volt 

synchronous generator. Excitation is provided by a rotating exciter directly 

coupled to the generator shaft. 

3.5 PRIMARY TRANSMISSION LINES 

Salmon Creek Transmission Line. The Salmon Creek Component of the Project 

includes 2 miles of 23-kV transmission line, most of which connects the 

Upper Powerhouse and the old lower switchyard. The remaining short section of 

line runs from the new Lower Powerhouse to the new distribution substation. 

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3.6 ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT 

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Salmon Creek Upper Powerhouse. The Upper Salmon Creek Powerhouse has six 

600-kVA, single-phase, 2,300-23,000-Vo1t, oil-immersed, water-cooled General 

Electric transformers. Two sets of three 23,000-Vo1t, single throw disconnect 

switches are provided as line disconnects. 

Salmon Creek Lower Powerhouse. Transformers and breakers are not within 

the Project boundary. They are considered part of the distribution system. 

3.7 LANDS OF THE UNITED STATES 

The Salmon Creek Component of the Project occupies 315 acres of 

1 and owned by the Un i ted States. The Component is 1 oca ted wi th in the Juneau 

Townsite Boundary as shown in Exhibit G-1. These lands have been selected by 

the State of Alaska, but remain under the interim management of the Bureau of 

Land Management (BLM) until the adjudicative process for selection has been 

completed. 

Salmon Creek Component. 

Exhibit 

Township 

and Range 

G-4 T.41S, R.67E 

Section 

1 

2 

3 

9 

10 

Acres 

167 

98 

11 

19 

20 

Use 

Reservoir 

Reservoir, dam, penstock, 

transmission line, Upper 

Powerhouse 

Penstock, road, transmission 

1 i ne 


line, Lower Penstock, 

switchyards 


line 

(80678B)

APPENDIX A-l 

PROJECT LICENSE CHRONOLOGY

APPENDIX A-1 

PROJECT LICENSE CHRONOLOGY 

Date 

January 24, 1918 

October 24, 1963 

December 23, 1963 

September 1968 

March 23, 1973 

May 16, 1983 

July 23, 1984 

September 28, 1984 

Event 

Joint Final Power Permit. The continued operation and 

ma; ntenance of the Annex Creek and Sa 1 mon Creek Hydroelectric 

Project was authorized in the Joint Power 

Permit issued to Alaska-Gastineau Mining Company by the 

Department of the Interior and Department of Agriculture. 

The Annex Creek and Salmon Creek permit to 

construct and operate was originally issued by the 

Secretary of Agri cu1 ture in 1915, but pursuant to the 

Act of February 15, 1901 (31 Stat., 790), the Department 

of the Interior gained joint jurisdiction with the 

Department of Agriculture over hydroelectric development. 

Project license issued by the Federal Power Commission 

(FPC). In 1963 the continued operation of the Project 

was authori zed in the 1 i cense issued to A-J Industri es 

by the FPC. The 1 i cense was issued on the cond i ti on 

that A-J Industri es rehabi 1 i tate both dams. The 

required modifications were completed by 1967. 

The FPC accepted A-J Industri es proposed modi fi cati ons 

to FPC's license renewal requirements. 

A-J Industries prepared and submitted the as-built construction 

drawings of the rehabilitation of both the 

Annex Creek and Sa 1 mon Creek fac i 1 i ti es, wh i ch the FPC 

approved. 

Annex Creek and Salmon Creek license was transferred 

from A-J Industries to AELP. 

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC, formerly 

FPC) granted AELP ali cense amendment to rehabi 1 i tate 

the Lower Salmon Creek Component. 

FERC granted a further amendment to the 1 i cense to provide 

for the construction of a new powerhouse and change 

the penstock arrangement at Lower Salmon Creek. 

FERC approved AELP I S amendment concern; ng a change in 

the maximum water level allowed to be maintained behind 

Sa 1 mon Creek Dam to mi t i ga te concern s of dam stab i 1 i ty 

under full water conditions.

Appendix A-l 

Page 2 

Date 

November 1, 1984 


Event 

FERC approved AELP I S request to a 11 ow the cons tructi on 

and operation of a water treatment facility by the City 

and Borough of Juneau, Alaska. 

New Lower Powerhouse at Salmon Creek went on-line.

EXHIBIT B 

PROJECT OPERATION AND RESOURCE UTILIZATION 


Section 

Number 

1 .0 

2.0 

3.0 

List of Figures 

INTRODUCTION 

ANNEX CREEK COMPONENT 


Page 

Number 

2.1 Project Operation - Procedures and Constraints B-2 

2.2 Analysis of Estimated Dependable Capacity and 

Average Annual Energy B-2 

2.3 Project Output Utilization B-4 

2.4 Future Development B-4 

SALMON CREEK COMPONENT B-5 

3.1 Project Operation - Procedures and Constraints B-5 

3.2 Analysis of Estimated Dependable Capacity and 

Average Annual Energy B-7 

3.3 Project Output Utilization B-9 

3.4 Future Development B-9 

B-1 

B-2

LIST OF FIGURES 

Figure 

Number 

8-1 

8-2 

8-3 

8-4 

8-5 

8-6 

Title 

Inflow Duration Curve - Annex Creek Reservoir 

Capacity of Annex Creek Powerp1ant 

Area-Capacity Curve - Annex Creek Reservoir 

Inflow Duration Curve - Salmon Creek Reservoir 

Area-Capacity Curve - Salmon Creek Reservoir 

Capacity of Lower Salmon Creek Power Plant

1.0 INTRODUCTION 

The Annex Creek and Sa 1 mon Creek watersheds are located ; n the 

mounta i nous areas outs 1 de of downtown Juneau, Alaska. The bas ins typi ca 11 y 

receive over 100 inches of precipitation annually, largely as snow at higher 

elevations. 

The ma in source of energy and capac i ty for the Juneau area ; s the 

Snettisham Hydroelectric Project, which is operated by the Alaska Power Administration, 

an agency of the U.S. Government. The area is served by two electric 

utilities, the Applicant and the Glacier Highway Electric Association 

(GHEA), a rural electric cooperative with preference status in obtaining 

wholesale power from Federal sources. The GHEA currently serves about 8% of 

the tota 1 Juneau area load. The App 1 i cant uses its hydroe 1 ectr i c fac i 1 i ti es 

at Annex Creek and Salmon Creek to displace more expensive diesel generation. 

The expected average annual generation of the Project is estimated to be 

55. 7 GHh, wh i ch is proj ected to meet approx i ma te 1 y 25% of Juneau I s energy 

demand in 1985. The Annex Creek Powerhouse has a rated capacity of 4,050 kVA, 

and contributes 43% of the total Project energy. The Salmon Creek Lower 

Powerhouse wi 11 contri bute 57% of the tota 1 Project energy. Both components 

are operated to maximize generation during the peak winter load months of 

December through April. The Salmon Creek Upper Powerhouse has a rated capaci 

ty of 3,500 kVA. Because the same penstock serves both the Upper and Lower 

powerhouses, they cannot be operated simultaneously. 

This exhibit identifies and discusses the information related to 

the present Proj ect operati on, energy and capac i ty, and the need for and use 

of Proj ect power. Sa 1 mon Creek Reservoi r 1 eve 1 rna i ntenance procedures wi th 

regard to dam safety are also discussed. As in the other Exhibits of this 

app 1 i ca ti on for new 1 i cense, because the Project inc 1 udes more than one dam 

with associated facilities, each dam and the associated component parts are 

described together as a discrete component. The Annex Creek Component is discussed 

first, followed by the Salmon Creek Component.

B-2 

2.0 ANNEX CREEK COMPONENT 

Annex Creek Lake Reservoi r is 1 oca ted 10 mi 1 e s northeas t of downtown 

Juneau. Annex Creek has a dra; nage area of approx i ma te 1 y 6.2 square 

m; 1 es above the dam site. The Annex Creek bas in conta ins two 1 akes, Upper 

Annex Lake Reservoi r and Lower Annex Lake. Upper Annex Lake Reservoi r has a 

water surface area of 264 acres at the maximum water surface El 844 Mean Sea 

Level (MSL). Lower Annex Lake, which is located less than 0.25 mile downstream 

of the Upper Lake, has a natural water surface area of approximately 

25 acres at water surface El 620 (MSL). Lower Annex Lake is approximately 

0.5 mile from the mouth of Annex Creek at Taku Inlet. 

The Annex Creek drainage basin varies in elevation from sea level 

to 4170 feet at Annex Peak. Unlike the Salmon Creek basin, the Annex Creek 

basin is not covered by glaciers. 

2.1 PROJECT OPERATION - PROCEDURES AND CONSTRAINTS 

The Applicant proposes to continue overall operation of the Annex 

Creek Component as in the past, providing maximum power generation during the 

peak winter load months of December through April. The Annex Creek Powerhouse 

is remotely operated and the facility is currently staffed by an operator/ 

watchman. All control alarms and indications are telemetered to the Thane 

Operations Center which controls all generation for the Juneau area. The 

plant factor of the Annex Creek Component is estimated to be 76%, based on the 

4,050-kVA rated capacity and the average annual energy generation. 

Under all flow conditions, the Annex Creek power facility is opera 

ted to ma i nta in the reservoi r 1 eve 1 between E1 705 MSL and E1 844 MSL, max i 

mi zi ng generation duri ng the peak wi nter months. Under norma 1 condi tions, 

flow through the powerhouse varies from 44 cfs in early spring to 73 cfs in 

the August-November period. Wi th a full reservoi r, the operati ng procedure 

calls for a maximum controlled release of 76.8 cfs, the hydraulic capacity of 

the Annex plant, in addition to uncontrolled spill. When the reservoir level 

falls to the minimum pool, El 705 MSL, no releases are made. 

2.2 ANALYSIS OF ESTIMATED DEPENDABLE 

CAPACITY AND AVERAGE ANNUAL ENERGY 

General Methodology. The Applicant has performed reservoir operations 

studies to determine the average annual generation and dependable capacity of 

the Project. Input data used in the operations studies included monthly average 

reservoir inflows; minimum reservoir releases; reservoir area-capacity 

curves; turbine and generator flow/efficiency characteristics; and hydraulic 

head losses ; n the water conveyance systems. The average annua 1 energy and 

dependable capacity were estimated separately for each Project component. 

Dependable capacity was calculated based on the average power output during 

the peak load months of December through April for the worst year of record.

Streamflow Hydrology, Reservoir Inflow and Inflow Duration Curve. Synthetic 

flow records were developed by the Applicant based on 18 years of gaged 

streamflow records from the USGS Gage No. 1504800, Sheep Creek near Juneau. 

The Sheep Creek dra i nage ba sin was chosen due to its simi 1 ari ty ins i ze and 

other physical characteristics with the Annex Creek basin. In addition, it 

has the longest period of record of unregulated flows in the vicinity of the 

Project. 

Based on the synthetic monthly average streamflow record, the average 

unregulated inflow to Annex Creek Reservoir is approximately 68 cfs. The 

maximum monthly average inflow is 280 cfs, and the minimum monthly average 

inflow is 0 cfs. A reservoir inflow duration curve for Annex Creek Reservoir 

is shown in Fig. B-1. 

Reservoir Rule Curve, Downstream Flow Requirements and Area-Capacity 

Curve. The power operations study was based on a rule curve release schedule 

designed to provide maximum power generation during the critical winter months 

of December through April. For Annex Creek Reservoir, the rule curve releases 

were as follows: 

B-3 

Month 

August through November 

December and January 

February through April 

May through July 

Release 

(cfs) 

73.4 

47.7 

44.0 

51 .4 

When the reservoir was full, all reservoir inflow was released 

through the penstock, up to the hydraulic capacity of the power plant. 

There are no minimum instream flow release requirements for Annex 

Creek downstream of the dam. 

The area-capacity curve for Annex Creek Reservoir is shown in 

Fig. B-2. As shown in the exhibit, active storage at the maximum pool (E1 844 

MSL) is 23,400 acre-feet. 

Turbi ne Capabi 1 i ty. Hydrau 1 i c Capac i ty and Hydrau 1 i c Head Los ses. An 

estimated constant overall plant efficiency of 72% was used in the operation 

studies. The maximum plant capacity at full reservoir ;s 4,050 kVA, and the 

max i mum hydrau 1 i c capac i ty of the plant is 76.8 cfs. The head los ses in the 

penstock were calculated based on a Manning's II nil roughness value of 0.015, 

yielding a head loss coefficient of 0.01131. A curve showing power plant 

capability versus head and power plant discharge is shown in Fig. B-3.

B-4 

Ta i 1 water Ra ti ng Curve. Since the Anne)( Creek Powerhouse has i mpu 1 setype 

turbines with atmospheric discharge, a tai1water rating curve is not 

included. The turbine nozzle is at E1 27.15 MSL. 

Dependab 1 e Capaci ty and Average Annua 1 Energy. Based on the resu1 ts of 

the power operations study, the Anne)( Creek Component has an average annua 1 

energy generation of 24.2 GWh. The minimum annual generation for the peri-od 

of record is 21.7 GWh, and the ma)(imum annual generation for the period of 

record is 28.0 GWh. The dependable capacity is calculated to be appro)(imately 

2,000 kW, based on the worst year of record, 1952, and the average power output 

for the critical winter months. 

2.3 PROJECT OUTPUT UTILIZATION 

The App 1 i cant intends to conti nue to uti 1 i ze the full resources of 

the Anne)( Creek Component to serve loads 1n the Juneau service area. An estimated 

90,000 kWh are utilized on-site. 

2.4 FUTURE DEVELOPMENT 

The Project fully utilizes the e)(isting water resources of Anne)( 

Creek. Presentl y, the App 1 i cant does not propose addi ti ona 1 deve 1 opment of 

the facility or development of other projects on Anne)( Creek. The Applicant's 

long range plans do include future investigations of the feasibility of 

di verti ng water from Carl son Creek into Upper Anne)( Lake Reservoi r for power 

generation.

3.0 SALMON CREEK COMPONENT 

Sa 1 mon Creek Reservo; r is located about 3 mi 1 es north of downtown 

Juneau. The Sa 1 mon Creek dra; nage bas in has a tota 1 area of approx; ma te 1 y 

11.0 square miles above the mouth. Salmon Creek originates about 3.5 air 

miles northeast of Juneau and flows generally westward for approximately 

5 river miles before emptying into Gastineau Channel, approximately 3 miles 

northwest of downtown Juneau. The drainage area intercepted by Salmon Creek 

Reservoir is estimated to be approximately 5.2 square miles. The surface area 

of the reservoir is approximately 165 acres at maximum pool (E1 1140). 

An arbitrary elevation datum was used for the Salmon Creek Dam and 

Upper Powerhouse when they were constructed. This arbitrary datum is 

26.29 feet below Mean Lower Low Water (MLLW) and fixes the dam spillway crest 

at E1 1172. Throughout thi s exhi bi t thi s datum wi 11 be referred to as the 

Upper Salmon Creek Datum (USCD). 

The Lower Penstock and Lower Powerhouse used an elevation datum 

4.79 feet blow MLLW. Thi s arbi trary datum wi 11 be referred to as the Lower 

Salmon Creek Datum (LSCD). 

The drainage basin varies in elevation from sea level to 4935 feet 

at Observation Peak. In contrast to the nearby Gold Creek and Lemon Creek 

basins, only a sma.11 portion of Salmon Creek basin is covered by glaciers. 

3.1 PROJECT OPERATION - PROCEDURES AND CONSTRAINTS 

The Applicant proposes to continue operation of the Salmon Creek 

Component at a reduced maximum, providing maximum power generation during the 

peak winter load months of December through Apri 1. The Salmon Creek Upper 

Powerhouse wi 11 be operated on 1 y as a reserve fac i 1 i ty for the Lower Powerhouse 

and as necessary to maintain minimum flows in Salmon Creek. As 

described in Exhibit E (2.2.4), streamflow is to be maintained at a level of 

1 .4 feet as measured on the staff gage near the fi sh hatchery fac i 1 i ty. The 

Salmon Creek Lower Powerhouse is remotely operated. All control alarms and 

indications are also te1emetered to the Thane Operations Center. The plant 

factor of the Sa 1 mon Creek fac 11 i ty is es ti ma ted to be 54%, based on an 

installed capacity of 10,500 kVA and average annual energy generation. 

The Sa 1 mon Creek power fac i 1 i ty i s operated wi th in the fo 11 owi ng 

constraints: 

o Maximum permissible reservoir elevation of 1140 feet (USCD), as 

ordered by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission on September 

28, 1984. Paragraph (B)(b) of the license for the Salmon Creek 

Project was revised on that date. 

o Maximum penstock release flow of 4.64 cfs for water supply as 

agreed with the City and Borough of Juneau. Release is made 

B-5

8-6 

through a 10-inch outlet on the penstock just upstream of the Lower 

Powerhouse. This outlet will be used until Juneau's requirement 

reaches 3 mgd (or 4.6 cfs). Amounts above this will be pumped from 

the ta 11 race. I n order to run thi s 4.6 cfs through the turbl ne, 

the Applicant must make an agreement with CBJ to furnish the power 

to pump the 4.6 cfs from the ta i 1 race to the CBJ reservoi r above 

the powerhouse. 

o Re 1 eases from the Upper Powerhouse into Sa 1 mon Creek wi 11 be made 

during periods of low flow, as required by Certificate of Appropriation 

No. 611, ADL 45780, to maintain a staff gage level of 

1.4 feet at the staff gage located in Salmon Creek adjacent to the 

upper hatchery building. 

o Releases through the Salmon Creek Dam low level discharge valve 

will be made in accordance with the following procedures set forth 

; n a memorandum from Wi 11 ; am A. Corbus, Manager, AELP, to Corry 

Hildenbrand, Generation Engineer, and agreed to by the Regional 

Habi tat Supervi sor, Alaska Department of Fi sh and Game and the 

Regional Supervi sor, Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation. 

The memorandum was f; 1 ed wi th the Federa 1 Energy Regul atory 

Commission (FERC) on January 28, 1985. 

Annual Testing 

Test between May 15 and June 30 

Obtain verbal clearance from Regional Habitat Supervisor, 

Department of Fish and Game and Regional Supervisor, 

Department of Environmental Conservation prior 

to testing. 

Open va 1 ve no more than one-quarter to ensure proper 

functioning 

Maintaining Reservoir Elevation at 1140 Feet 

Notify ADFG and ADEC that unusual runoff conditions 

exist 

The Sal mon Creek Reservo; r is norma 11 y ma i nta i ned between E 1 1140 

(USCD), the maximum pool, and E1 1019 (USCD), the mi nimum pool. In thi s 

normal range the target releases through the powerhouse vary from 40 to 

105 cfs. 

With the reservoir level at maximum pool [E1 1140 (USCD)], the 

i ncom; ng runoff is re 1 eased through the penstock up to a max i mum flow of 

105 cfs, the max i mum hydrau 1 i c capac i ty of the Lower Powerhouse. If the 

inflow or projected inflow exceeds the maximum hydraulic capacity of the system, 

releases are made through the low level discharge valve to keep the 

reservoir from exceeding E1 1140 (USCD).

B-7 

Dur i ng adverse water years, when the reservoi r 1 eve 1 drops be 1 ow 

the minimum pool, only minimum releases for fisheries and municipal water 

supply will be made. 

3.2 ANALYSIS OF ESTIMATED DEPENDABLE 

CAPACITY AND AVERAGE ANNUAL ENERGY 

General Methodology. The methodology used to estimate dependable capacity 

and average annual energy of the Salmon Creek facility is the same as that 

described previously for Annex Creek in Section 2.2. 

Streamflow Hydrology, Reservoir Inflow and Inflow Duration Curve. No 

long term record of unregulated Salmon Creek streamflows is available. 

Streamf10ws were recorded at the present site of Sa 1 mon Creek Dam from May 

1911 through April 1914. Also, runoff in the Salmon Creek flume below the 

Upper Powerhouse was recorded from October 1914 through September 1917. 

Streamflows were recorded at the present site of Sa 1 mon Creek Dam for a 

23-month per i od . Due to the 1 i mi ted extent of th iss treamf1 ow record, synthetic 

flow records were developed by the App1 icant for Salmon Creek. The 

synthetic monthly average inflows are based on 22 years of gaged streamflow 

records from local basins with similar characteristics, namely Sheep Creek, 

Gold Creek, and Carlson Creek. Relationships between these basins and Salmon 

Creek were established based on the period 1914 through 1920, where streamflow 

records for a 11 four sites are ava i 1 ab 1 e. Sheep Creek resu1 ted in the best 

correlation and was primarily used to develop the Salmon Creek streamf10ws. 

The 22-year study period January 1940 through December 1961 was 

selected as the critical study period because it includes the driest 2-year 

period on record, January 1950 through December 1951. Since Sheep Creek runoff 

records are only available for water years 1947 through 1962, the runoff 

from January 1940 through September 1946 was developed using a correlation 

with precipitation at Juneau. Using the actual and synthetic Sheep Creek 

streamf10ws, the Salmon Creek streamflows were developed for the 22-year critical 

study period. The complete methodology used is documented in "Feasibility 

Study - Replacement of Salmon Creek Flume and Lower Powerhouse Penstock,1I 

James M. Montgomery, Consulting Engineers, Inc., 1980. 

Based on the synthetic streamflow record, the average unregulated 

inflow to Salmon Creek Reservoir is approximately 63 cfs. The maximum monthly 

average i nfl ow i s 227 cfs, and the mi n i mum month 1 y average i nf1 ow i s 0 cfs. 

An inflow duration curve for Salmon Creek Reservoir is shown in Fig. 8-4. 

Reservoir Rule Curve, Downstream Flow Requirements and Area-Capacity 

Curve. The power operations study was based on a rule curve release schedule 

designed to maximize power generation during the critical winter months of 

December through Apri 1 . For Sa 1 mon Creek Reservoi r, the ru 1 e curve re 1 eases 

were as follows:

B-8 

Month 

December and January 

February through April 

May through July 

August through November 

Release 

(cfs) 

44 

40 

47 

67 

The reservoir typically fills to El 1140 (USCD), the maximum pool, 

by late September. From that period until November or December, outflow is 

typically equal to inflow, up to the maximum outlet capacity. 

In the power operations study, when 

pool [E1 1140 (USCD)], all reservoir inflow was 

up to the hydraulic capacity of the power plant. 

plant capac i ty were as sumed to be discharged 

valve located in the base of Salmon Creek Dam. 

the reservoir was at maximum 

released through the penstock, 

Releases exceeding the power 

through the low-level outlet 

A maximum release of 4.6 cfs is discharged from the penstock above 

the Lower Powerhouse. This release is used for the City and Borough of Juneau 

water supply. 

The area-capacity curve for Salmon Creek Reservoir is shown in 

Fig. B-5. As shown in the exhibit, the gross storage at the maximum pool 

[E1 1140 (USCD)] is 12,000 acre-feet. The active storage at the maximum pool 

is 11,890 acre-feet. 

Turbi ne Capabi 1 i ty, Hydrau1i c Capaci ty and Hydrau1 i c Head Losses. The 

single unit at the Salmon Creek Lower Powerhouse has a maximum hydraulic 

capacity of 118 cfs, and a normal maximum hydraulic capacity of 105 cfs. Figure 

B-6 ill ustrates the turbi ne capabi 1 i ty in kW versus di scharge for the 

maximum and minimum reservoir levels. The head loss in the power conduit was 

estimated based on Manning's II nil roughness values of 0.015 for the older pipe 

above the Upper Powerhouse and 0.0105 for the new pipeline running from the 

Upper Powerhouse to the Lower Powerhouse. The resu 1 ti ng head los s coefficient' 

which includes entrance losses, is approximately 0.0253. 

Tailwater Rating Curve. Since the Lower Powerhouse has an impulse-type 

turbine with atmospheric discharge, a tai1water rating curve is not included. 

The centerline of the turbine nozzle ;s at E1 34 (LSCD). 

Dependab 1 e Capac i ty and Average Annua 1 Energy. Based on the resu 1 ts of 

the power operations study, the Salmon Creek Component has an average annual 

energy generation of 31.5 GWh. The minimum annual generation for the period 

of record is 23.0 GWh, and the max i mum annua 1 genera t i on for the per i od of 

record is 38.8 GWh. The dependable capacity is calculated to be approximately 

2,300 kW, based on the worst year of record, '956, and the average power 

output for the critical winter months.

B-9 

3.3 PROJECT OUTPUT UTILIZATION 

The Applicant intends to continue to utilize the full resources of 

the Sa 1 mon Creek Component to serve loads in the Juneau servi ce area. An 

estimated 75,000 kWh are utilized on-site. 

3.4 FUTURE DEVELOPMENT 

The Project fully utilizes the existing water resources of Salmon 

Creek. The Applicant does not presently propose additional development of the 

facility, including reconstruction of the existing dam to return the reservoir 

to its former maximum allowable elevation, nor does it propose development of 

other projects on Sa lmon Creek at thi s time. As i ndi cated in prior correspondence 

with the FERC (see Appendix E-2 - Agency Consultation), the Applicant 

may investigate replacing the Upper Penstock to enable the operation of the 

Lower Powerhouse at the installed capacity. 

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EXHIBIT C 

CONSTRUCTION HISTORY 


Section 

Number 

1 .0 

2.0 

3.0 


CONSTRUCTION HISTORY OF EXISTING PROJECT FEATURES 

CONSTRUCTION HISTORY SUMMARY - ANNEX CREEK COMPONENT 

CONSTRUCTION HISTORY SUMMARY - SALMON CREEK COMPONENT 

Page 

Number 

C-l 

C-2 

C-4

1.0 CONSTRUCTION HISTORY OF EXISTING PROJECT FEATURES 

The Gastineau Mining Company constructed the Annex Creek and Salmon 

Creek Hydroelectric Project (Project) between the years of 1912 through 1915. 

By 1936, all the mining companies and their electric facilities in the Juneau 

area had been amalgamated into the Alaska Juneau Mining Company (A-J Industries). 

In 1973, Alaska Electric Light and Power (AELP) purchased A-J Industries' 

transmission system and hydroelectric generating facilities, which 

included Annex Creek and Salmon Creek. 

Project construction acti vi ti es date as earl y as 1912. Important 

events related to the construction and rehabilitation of the Project are 

tabulated below. As in other Exhibits of this application for new license, 

because the Project includes more than one dam with associated facilities, 

each dam and the associated component parts are described together as a discrete 

development. The Annex Creek Component is discussed first, followed by 

the Salmon Creek Component.

C-2 

2.0 CONSTRUCTION HISTORY SUMMARY 


Date 

June 1915 

July 1915 

August 1915 


October 1915 

November 1915 

December 1915 

February 1916 

June 1936 


June 1967 


Event 

Construction commenced on the original Annex Creek Tunnel 

and Penstock. 

Construction of the original Annex Creek Powerhouse and 

transmission line was initiated. 

Constructi on began on the ori gi na 1 Annex Creek ti mber 

buttress dam. 

The timber buttress dam and 264-acre reservoir were completed. 

The original transmission line extending from Annex 

Creek Powerhouse to Thane was completed. 

Constructi on of the powerhouse and 7,031-foot-10ng penstock 

was completed. 

Power from Annex Creek was delivered to Thane. A temporary 

pipeline supplied water from the dam to the plant. 

The original 1,418-foot-10ng Annex Creek tunnel was completed. 

Construction of a new Annex Creek Dam was i ni ti ated. 

The original dam fai led when floating logs rammed the 

structure during a flash flood. The 2S-foot-high framed 

timber buttress dam was completed this same year. 

Project license was issued to A-J Industries by the 

Federal Power Commission (FPC) for the continued operation 

of the Project. The license was issued on the 

condition that both Annex Creek and Salmon Creek dams be 

rehabilitated. 

Rehabil i tation of the small sadd1 e dam to the ri ght of 

the main dam and powerhouse fac i 1 i ti es was ; n i ti a ted. 

The rehabilitation was completed this same year. 

The FPC approved the as-bui 1 t draw; ngs of the rehabi 1- 

itation of Annex Creek Dam.

C-3 

Date 

March 23, 1973 

May 1977 

Event 

The Annex Creek and Sa 1 lOOn Creek Hydroe 1 ectri c Proj ect 

license was transferred from A-J Industries to AELP. 

Installation of electrical equipment for remote operation 

at Annex Creek Powerhouse was initiated. Renovation 

was completed this same year.

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3.0 CONSTRUCTION HISTORY SUMMARY 

SALMON CREEK COMPONENT 

Date 

May 1912 

June 1912 

January 1913 

March 1913 

April 1913 

May 1913 


October 1913 

November 1913 

August 1914 

October 1922 

1935 


Event 

Construction of the original Lower Powerhouse (No.1) 

located near the mouth of Salmon Creek at Gastineau 

Channel commenced. 

and two ori gi na 1 pen 

Construction of the wooden fl ume 

stocks was initiated. 

The Lower Powerhouse was completed. 

Construction of the original transmission line system 

began. 

Construction of the original l70-foot-high concrete arch 

Salmon Creek Dam was initiated. 

The original transmission line from the Lower Powerhouse 

extending along the northeast shore of Gastineau Channel 

to Juneau was completed. 

Construction commenced on the Upper Powerhouse (No.2) 

located approximately 2 mi les upstream of the mouth of 

Salmon Creek. 

Construction of the 9,876-foot-long wooden flume and two 

original 1,625-foot-long riveted penstocks was completed. 

The Upper Powerhouse was completed. 

Construction of the Salmon Creek Dam and reservoir was 

completed. Salmon Creek went on-line. 

Salmon Creek Lower Powerhouse burned down. 

The Lower Powerhouse was rebuilt. The original 9,876- 

foot-long, 4-foot by 6-foot wooden flume was reconstructed 

and replaced by a 4-foot by 5-foot flume. 

Project 1 i cense was issued to A-J Industri es by the FPC 

for the continued operation of the Project. The license 

was issued on the condi ti on that both Annex Creek and 

Salmon Creek dams be rehabilitated.

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1964-67 

Date 

March 23, 1973 


1980 

May 16, 1983 

July 8-November 6, 

1983 

July 23, 1984 

July-August 1984 


Event 

Sa 1 mon Creek Dam and upper penstock support were rehabilitated 

during these years. 

The Annex Creek and Salmon Creek Hydroelectric Project 

License was transferred from A-J Industries to AELP. 

Lower Powerhouse shut-down permanent1 y due to deteri oration 

of flume. 

The Upper Powerhouse was renovated and electrical equipment 

for remote operation was installed. 


FPC) granted AELP ali cense amendment to rehabi 1 i tate 

the Salmon Creek Project. 

An access road was constructed between the Upper and 

Lower Salmon Creek powerhouses. 

FERC granted a further amendment to the license to provide 

for the construction of a new powerhouse and change 

the penstock arrangement at Salmon Creek. 

Work commenced on the construction of a new penstock and 

a new Lower Powerhouse adjacent to the ex; sti ng Lower 

Powerhouse. 

The new Lower Powerhouse went on-line. 

(B0678B)

Section 

Nullber 

1.0 

2.0 

3.0 

4.0 

List of Tables 

GENERAL 

1 . 1 Project Descrt ption 

EXHIBIT 0 

PROJECT FINANCIAL STATEMENT 



FAIR VAWE, NET INVESTMENT, SEVERANCE DAMAGES 

2.1 Fair Value 

2.1.1 Annex Creek Component 

2.1.2 Salmon Creek Component 

2.2 Net Investment 

2.3 Severance Damages 

AVERAGE ANNUAL COST 

ESTIMATED ANNUAL VALUE OF PROJECT POHER 

APPENDIX 0-1 - Alternative Fair Value Calculation 

Page 

Number 

0-1 

0-1 

0-2 

0-2 

0-2 

0-2 

0-3 

0-3 

0-5 

0-6

LIST OF TABLES 

Table 

Number 

D-1 

D-2 

D-3 

D-4 

D-5 

D-6 

D-7 

D-8 

D-9 

D-10 

D-11 

D-12 

DS-1 

Title 

Estimated Fair Value - Annex Creek Component 

Estimated Fair Value - Salmon Creek Component 

Original Value and Net Investment 

Project Annual Cost 

Alternative Cost 

Severance Damages 

Average Annual Project Energy 

Sources and Uses of Energy 

Annual Fixed Charges, 40 Year Life 

Annual Fixed Charges, 20 Year Life 

Operating and Maintenance Expenses 

Diesel Operating and Maintenance, Fuel Costs 

Original Value and Net Investment

1.0 GENERAL 

The Annex Creek and Salmon Creek Hydroelectric Project (Project) is 

an existing development consisting of two geographically separate hydroelectric 

components, Annex Creek and Salmon Creek. This exhibit will discuss the 

ex i sti ng Project IS esti mated fa i r va 1 ue, net investment, and severance damages; 

the estimated average annual cost of the total Project; and an estimated 

annual value of Project power. Since neither new construction nor changes in 

operation are proposed by the Applicant, this exhibit does not include an 

estimated cost or the extent of financing of proposed new development. The 

Annex Creek and Salmon Creek Hydroelectric Project license application is not 

an initial license; therefore, this exhibit does not include the original cost 

of land and water rights, nor of existing Project facilities. 

1.1 PROJECT DESCRIPTION 

The Annex Creek and Salmon Creek Hydroelectric Project is owned and 

operated by Alaska Electric Power and Light (AELP) (Applicant). AELP is an 

investor-owned electric utility that serves approximately 90% of the population 

of the City and Borough of Juneau, Alaska (CBJ). 

The Annex Creek and Salmon Creek reservoirs are located in a mounta 

i nous reg i on wi th in the CBJ, approx i rna te 1 y 10 mil es northeas t and 3 mi 1 es 

north of downtown Juneau, respectively. Total Project installed capacity is 

18,050 kVA (13.1 MW). The Annex Creek Powerhouse contains two turbinegenerator 

units for a total capacity of 4,050 kVA (3.6 MW) and is located 

11 miles east of downtown Juneau on Taku Inlet. The Salmon Creek Upper Powerhouse 

contains two turbine-generator units for a total capacity of 3,500 kVA 

D-2 

2.0 FAIR VALUE, NET INVESTMENT, SEVERANCE DAMAGES 

2. 1 FAIR VALUE 

Fa 1 r va 1 ue of the Project is defi ned as the amount neces sary to 

reproduce the existing facilities in 1985. The cost of each major Project 

feature was estimated at a reconnaissance level, using actual construction 

costs for the newer or recently rehabilitated Project features when aval1- 

able. For the older features, the costs were estimated based on similar 

existing projects 1n Alaska. Table D-l presents the 1985 costs for constructing 

the Annex Creek Component which are estimated to be $12,400,000. Table D-Z 

presents the 1985 costs for the Salmon Creek Component which are estimated to 

be $18,700,000. 

A di fferent measure for determi n; ng the fa i r va 1 ue of the Project 

is to esti mate the va 1 ue of the ex i sti ng features, 1 es s an amount for deprec i 

ation over time. This method was considered but proved inappropriate for this 

Project because complete records of Project additions and deletions over the 

life of the Project were not available. A complete explanation of this method 

is included in Appendix D-1. 

2.1.1 Annex Creek Component 

The Annex Creek Dam was reconstructed in 1967 at a cost of $62,000. 

Using the Water and Power Construction Cost Composite Index, the cost was 

escalated to $200,000 at 1985 bid price level. 

The Annex Creek Tunnel cost estimate was based on data from the 

recently proposed Dorothy Lake Project. The lake tap cost estimate was determined 

by consulting with Dave Westfall of R. W. Beck and Associates who has: 

26 years of experience in design and construction of tunnels and associated 

features. The tunnel and lake tap are estimated to cost $3,100,000 at 1985 

bid price level. 

The Annex Creek Penstock cost was estimated based on the costs of 

the recently constructed Lower Salmon Creek Penstock and the Neets Bay Project 

pipeline near Ketchikan, Alaska. A review of the Neets Bay Project pipeline 

was inc 1 uded because the s; te ; s s; m; 1 ar to Annex Creek. Pens tock cost 1 s 

estimated as $2,100,000. 

The Annex Creek Powerhouse cost was estimated using the recently 

constructed Lower Salmon Creek Powerhouse plus an allowance for the site's 

remote location. Powerhouse cost is estimated as $1,600,000. 

The Annex Creek transmission line cost was estimated to be 

$5,400,000 based on existing projects. 

2.1.2 Salmon Creek Component 

The eXisting Salmon Creek Dam was built for a normal maximum water 

surface elevation of 1172 feet (USCD). For safety considerations (see Dal1l

D-3 

Safety Report, included in the Supporting Design Document to Exhibit F), the 

current reservoir surface elevat10n is not allowed to exceed El 1140 (USCD). 

Therefore, for determining the fair value of the dam, a cost of $9,500,000 was 

estimated assuming a smaller da. would be built to operate at this reduced 

1 eve 1 . Thi s est1mate was based on recently constructed concrete arch dams in 

Alaska with some consideration of remoteness. 

The Salmon Creek Upper Penstock cost estimate of $900,000 was based 

on the actua 1 cost of the recent1 y reconstructed Lower Pens tock, whi ch was 

$2,200,000. 

The actua 1 cost for the Lower Salmon Creek Powerhouse was used in 

this estimate; it was also used to estimate the cost of the Upper Salmon Creek 

Powerhouse. Lower Salmon Creek Powerhouse cos t $1,900,000; the Upper Sa 1 mon 

Creek Powerhouse cost $800,000. 

The Salmon Creek transmission line cost was estimated to be 

$700,000 using the same basis as the Annex Creek transmission line. 

2.2 NET INVESTMENT 

Net investment is defined as the original Project value less book 

depreciation over the life of the Project. The total net investment for the 

Project as of December 3l~ 1984 1s $7,247,627.64, as shown in Table D-3. 

2.3 SEVERANCE DAMAGES 

Severance damages are defined as the cost for the Applicant to find 

alternative sources of power if the Annex Creek and Salmon Creek Hydroelectric 

Project was taken over by another enti ty. In thi s case, it; s assumed that 

the Project would be replaced by a 10-MH baseload diesel generator over the 

1 i cense period of 40 years. Ten megawatts was se 1 ected to rep 1 ace the combined 

Annex Creek Powerhouse and the Lower Salmon Creek Powerhouse installed 

capacity of 10.3 MH. A diesel generator has an estimated life of 20 years; 

therefore, a second generator would replace the first at the 21st year. 

Information used for the diesel alternative is from the Juneau 20 Year Power 

Supply Plan dated December 1984. 

Table D-4 presents the Project annual cost including the fixed 

charges on the tota 1 net investment and operati ng and maintenance expenses. 

Table D-5 presents the total annual cost using diesel to generate the equivalent 

amount of energy as Annex Creek and Salmon Creek. This includes purchasing 

power from Snettisham rather than generating the equivalent amount of 

diesel in the first 7 years. This table also includes the fixed costs, 

operation and maintenance expenses, and fuel costs of operating the diesel 

units.

0-4 

Table 0-6 presents the calculation of the severance damages for 

each year of the 1 i cense. Tota 1 severance damages, at present worth (1989), 

over the 40-year license period are $67,374,509. Tables 0-7 through 0-12 

inc 1 ude the backup i nformati on for the severance damages data. Tab 1 e 0-7 

shows how the average annual output of 55,000,000 kWh was derived. Table 0-8 

is a Sources and Uses of Energy Schedu 1 e deve loped from the Juneau 20 Year 

Power Supply Plan and assumes the Crater Lake Addition to Snettisham comes 

on-line January 1, 1989. 

Table 0-9 shows the fixed charge computation for Annex Creek and 

Sa 1 mon Creek over a 40-year plant 1 i fe. Tab 1 e 0-10 shows the fi xed charge 

computation for the diesel alternative over a 20-year life. Both of these 

tables were based on an assumed 16.51 rate of return on common equity, an 

11 .561 average embedded interest cost, and a goa 1 of 50% debt to tota 1 capita1ization 

ratio. 

Table 0-11 presents the annual operation and maintenance costs for 

the Project. Table 0-12 presents the details of operation and maintenance and 

fuel costs for the diesel generator. 

While not considered a severance damage to the Applicant, it should 

be mentioned that a potential impact exists on the CBJ water supply if the 

Proj ect is taken over by another enti ty. If the other enti ty di d not honor 

the agreement between the App 1 i cant and CBJ to supply domesti c water v i a 

Salmon Creek Lower Penstock, CBJ would have to replace that water source. An 

estimate by CBJ for replacement of that water source is included in Appendix 

E-2, Agency Consultation.

D-5 

3.0 AVERAGE ANNUAL COST 

The average annua 1 Proj ect costs are presented in Tab 1 e D-4. The 

costs i nc1 ude f1 xed charges on the Project capi ta 1 and operati ng and rna; ntenance 

expenses. The tot a 1 annua 1 cost over the 40-year 1; cense period is 

estimated to be $61,283,032. No changes are proposed over the license period.

D-6 

4.0 ESTIMATED ANNUAL VALUE OF PROJECT POWER 

The estimated annual value of Project power is estimated as the 

average annual cost of obtaining an equivalent amount of power from the lowest 

cos tal terna t i ve source. The a 1 terna t i ve source for the power genera ted at 

Annex Creek and Salmon Creek would be a 10-MW diesel generator as described in 

Section 2.3. The annual value of Project power for the diesel alternative is 

shown in Table 0-5. The total annual cost over the 40-year license period is 

estimated to be $197,420,325. 

(B0678B)

TABLE D-1 

ESTIMATED FAIR VALUE 


Item 

Dm 

Lake Tap and Tunnel •••••••••••••••• 

Penstock ••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 

Powerhouse (including Equipment) ••• 

Transmission Line •••••••••••••••••• 

Total ...••••••••..•••..•...•....... 

Cost(1) 

$ 200,000 

3,100,000 

2,100,000 

1,600,000 

5,400,000 

$12,400,000 

(1) Estimated cost August 1985 

(B0995B)

TABLE D-2 

ESTIMATED FAIR VALUE 


Item 

Dam 

Upper Penstock ••••••••••••••••••••• 

Upper Powerhouse (including 

Equipment) ••••••••••••••••••••••• 

Lower Penstock ••••••••••••••••••••• 

Lower Powerhouse (including 

Equipment) ••••••••••••••••••••••• 

Access Roads ••••••••••••••••••••••• 

Transmission Line •••••••••••••••••• 

Total ............................. . 

Cost(l) 

$ 9,500,000 

900,000 

800,000 

2,200,000 

1,900,000 

2,200,000 

700,000 

$18,200,000 

(1) Estimated cost August 1985 

(B0995B)

TABLE D-3 

ORIGINAL VALUE AND NET INVESTMENT 

FERC 

Account 

Number 

DescriEtion 

(11 

Original 

Value 

~2~ p~ 

Ace. Book 

Net 

DeEreciation Investment 

33100 

33200 

33300 

33400 

33500 

33600 

Lower Salmon Creek 

Structures and Improvements ........... 

Reservoirs, Dams and Waterways •••••••• 

Water Wheels, Turbines and Generators • 

Accessory Plant Equipment ••••••••••••• 

Misc. Power Plant Equipment ••••••••••• 

Roads, Railroads and Bridges •••••••••• 

$ 300,167.93 

2,500,326.64 

1,151,981.70 

297,321.93 

207,835.32 

1,632,187.68 

$ 26,828.26 $ 273,339.67 

197,303.46 2,303,023.18 

58,694.35 1,093,287.35 

21,101.88 276,220.05 

10,039.92 197,795.40 

20£402.34 1,611,785.34 

Total Lower Salmon Creek •••••••••••••• 

$6,089,821.20 

$ 334,370.21 $5,755,450.99 

Upper Salmon Creek 

33100 

33200 

33300 

33400 

33500 

33600 

Structures and Improvements ••••••••••• 

Reservoirs, Darns and Waterways •••••••• 





$ 73,537.00 

1,004,790.15 

92,523.00 

697,454.55 

8,422.11 

48,466.00 

$ 47,288.75 $ 26,248.25 

860,568.12 144,222.03 

57,939.15 34,583.85 

135,260.86 562,193.69 

4,506.48 3,915.63 

48£466.00 0.00 

Total Upper Salmon Creek •••••••••••••• 

$1,925,192.81 

$1,154,029.36 $ 771,163.45 

Annex Creek 

33100 

33200 

33300 

33400 

33500 

33600 


Reservoirs, Darns and Waterways •••••••• 





$ 96,658.33 

429,893.66 

278,432.92 

603,400.00 

28,874.39 

0.00 

$ 61,687.88 $ 34,970.45 

258,792.14 171,101.52 

160,428.93 118,003.99 

244,238.05 359,161.95 

8,900.90- 37,775.29 

0.00 0.00 

Total Annex Creek ••••••••••••••••••••• 

$1,437£259.30 

$ 716£246.10 $ 721,013.20 

Total FERC License No. 2307 ••••••••••• 

$9,452,273.31 

$2,204,645.67 $7,247,627.64

TABLE D-4 

PROJECT ANNUAL COST 


(1985 DOLLARS) 

(1) (2) (3) (4) 

ANNEX/SALMON FIXED O&M TOTAL 

YEAR GENER. (GWH) CHARGES EXPENSES ANNUAL COST 

1989 55 1,742,257 376,476 2,118,733 

1990 55 1,720,152 376,476 2,096,628 

1991 55 1,697,104 376,476 2,073,580 

1992 55 1,673,115 376,476 2,049,591 

1993 55 1,648,328 376,476 2,024,804 

1994 55 1,622,671 376,476 1,999,147 

1995 55 1,596,290 376,476 1,972,766 

1996 55 1,569,184 376,476 1,945,660 

1997 55 1,541,353 376,476 1,917,829 

1998 55 1,512,870 376,476 1,889,346 

1999 55 1,483,807 376,476 1,860,283 

2000 55 1,454,092 376,476 1,830,568 

2001 55 1,423,796 376,476 1,800,272 

2002 55 1,392,994 376,476 1,769,470 

2003 55 1,361,684 376,476 1,738,160 

2004 55 1,329,867 376,476 1,706,343 

2005 55 1,297,615 376,476 1,674,091 

2006 55 1,264,856 376,476 1,641,332 

2007 55 1,231,734 376,476 1,608,210 

2008 55 1,198,250 376,476 1,574,726 

2009 55 1,164,331 376,476 1,540,807 

2010 55 1,130,050 376,476 1,506,526 

2011 55 1,095,479 376,476 1,471,955 

2012 55 1,060,545 376,476 1,437,021 

2013 55 1,025,322 376,476 1,401,798 

2014 55 989,809 376,476 1,366,285 

2015 55 954,078 376,476 1,330,554 

2016 55 917,985 376,476 1,294,461 

2017 55 881,674 376,476 1,258,150 

2018 55 845,146 376,476 1,221,622 

2019 55 808,400 376,476 1,184,876 

2020 55 771,437 376,476 1,147,913 

2021 55 734,257 376,476 1,110,733 

2022 55 696,859 376,476 1,073,335 

2023 55 659,317 376,476 1,035,793 

2024 55 621,557 376,476 998,033 

2025 55 583,651 376,476 960,127 

2026 55 545,601 376,476 922,077 

2027 55 507,406 376,476 883,882 

2028 55 469,066 376,476 845,542 

TOTALS 2,200 46,223,992 15,059,040 61,283,032

TABLE D-4 

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NOTES: 

Column 

(1) Table D-7 

(2) Column (8), Table D-9, x .001 x 7,247,627.64 (net investment) 

(3) See Table D-11 

(4) Column (2) + Column (3)

ALTERNATIVE COST 

10 MW DIESEL 

(1985 DOLlARS) 

TABLE D-5 

(1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) (7) 

ADDITIONAL 

SNETT I SHAM PUR CASE DIESEL FIXED o&M TOTAL 

YEAR REQO (GWH) POWER COST REQO (GWH) CHARGES EXPENSES FUEL ANNUAL COST 

1989 54 1,566,000 1 1,501,955 8,000 63,900 3,139,855 

1990 46 1,334,000 9 1,496,493 12,000 575,100 3,471,593 

1991 38 1,102,000 17 1,484,440 136,000 1,086,300 3,808,740 

1992 29 841,000 26 1,466,487 208,000 1,661,400 4,176,887 

1993 20 580,000 35 1,443,197 280,000 2,236,500 4,539,697 

1994 11 319,000 44 1,415,137 352,000 2,811,600 4,897,737 

1995 1 29,000 54 1,382,745 432,000 3,450,600 5,294,345 

1996 0 0 55 1,346,524 440,000 3,514,500 5,301,024 

1997 0 0 55 1,306,787 440,000 3,514,500 5,261,287 

1998 0 0 55 1,263,975 440,000 3,514,500 5,218,475 

1999 0 0 55 1,218,274 440,000 3,514,500 5,112,714 

2000 0 0 55 1,170,063 440,000 3,514,500 5,124,563 

2001 0 0 55 1,119,529 440,000 3,514,500 5,074,029 

2002 0 0 55 1,066,987 440,000 3,514,500 5,021,487 

2003 0 0 55 1,012,561 440,000 3,514,500 4,967,061 

2004 0 0 55 956,440 440,000 3,514,500 4,910,940 

2005 0 0 55 898,875 440,000 3,514,500 4,853,375 

2006 0 0 55 839,930 440,000 3,514,500 4,794,430 

2007 0 0 55 779,791 440,000 3,514,500 4,734,291 

200S 0 0 55 718,523 440,000 3,514,500 4,673,023 

2009 0 0 55 1,501,955 440,000 3,514,500 5,456,455 

2010 0 0 55 1,496,493 440,000 3,514,500 5,450,993 

2011 0 0 55 1,484,440 440,000 3,514,500 5,438,940 

2012 0 0 55 1,466,487 440,000 3,514,500 5,420,987 

2013 0 0 55 1,443,197 440,000 3,514,500 5,397,697 

2014 0 0 55 1,415,137 440,000 3,514,500 5,369,637 

2015 0 0 55 1,382,745 440,000 3,514,500 5,337,245 

2016 0 0 55 1,346,524 440,000 3,514,500 5,301,024 

2017 0 0 55 1,306,787 440,000 3,514,500 5,261,287 

2018 0 0 55 1,263,975 440,000 3,514,500 5,218,475 

2019 0 0 55 1,218,274 440,000 3,514,500 5,112,714 

2020 0 0 55 1,170,063 440,000 3,514,500 5,124,563 

2021 0 0 55 1,119,529 440,000 3,514,500 5,074,029 

2022 0 0 55 1,066,987 440,000 3,514,500 5,021,487 

2023 0 0 55 1,012,561 440,000 3,514,500 4,967,061 

2024 0 0 55 956,440 440,000 3,514,500 4,910,940 

2025 0 0 55 898,875 440,000 3,514,500 4,853,375 

2026 0 0 55 839,930 440,000 3,514,500 4,794,430 

2027 0 0 55 779,791 440,000 3,514,500 4,734,291 

2028 0 0 55 718,523 440,000 3,514,500 4,673,023 

TOTAtS 199 5 i 

771,000 2j OO1 47.m,425 16.008,000 127.863.900 197,4Z0,325

TABLE D-5 

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NOTES: 

Column 

(1) Column (6), Table D-8 

(2) Column (1) x $0.029/kWh x 1,000,000 kWh 

(3) Column (7), Table D-8 

(4) Column (8), Table D-10 x 0.001 x $6,277,500 (cost to install 

one 10-MW diesel generator) 

(5) Column (3) x $0.008/kWh x 1,000,000 kWh; also see Table D-12 

(6) 

(7) 

Column (3) x $0.0639/kWh x 1,000,000 kWh; also see Table D-12 

Column (2) + Column (4) + Column (5) + Column (6)

SEVERENCE DAMAGES 

(1985 DOLLARS) 

TABLE D-6 

(1) (2) (3) (4) 

ANNUAL PRESENT 

ANNEX/SALMON 10 MW DIESEL SEVERENCE WORTH (A) 

YEAR ANNUAL COST ANNUAL COST DAMAGES 

1989 2,118,733 3,139,855 1,021,121 986,591 

1990 2,096,628 3,477,593 1,380,965 1,289,146 

1991 2,073,580 3,808,740 1,735,160 1,565,015 

1992 2,049,591 4,176,887 2,127,296 1,853,816 

1993 2,024,804 4,539,697 2,514,893 2,117,473 

1994 1,999,147 4,897,737 2,898,589 2,358,004 

1995 1,972,766 5,294,345 3,321,579 2,610,731 

1996 1,945,660 5,301,024 3,355,364 2,548,102 

1997 1,917,829 5,261,287 3,343,458 2,453,199 

1998 1,889,346 5,218,475 3,329,129 2,360,082 

1999 1,860,283 5,172,774 3,312,492 2,268,877 

2000 1,830,568 5,124,563 3,293,996 2,179,911 

2001 1,800,272 5,074,029 3,273,757 2,093,254 

2002 1,769,470 5,021,487 3,252,017 2,009,037 

2003 1,738,160 4,967,061 3,228,900 1,927,300 

2004 1,706,343 4,910,940 3,204,597 1,848,110 

2005 1,674,091 4,853,375 3,179,284 1,771,509 

2006 1,641,332 4,794,430 3,153,098 1,697,505 

2007 1,608,210 4,734,291 3,126,081 1,626,049 

2008 1,574,726 4,673,023 3,098,296 1,557,098 

2009 1,540,807 5,456,455 3,915,647 1,901,324 

2010 1,506,526 5,450,993 3,944,467 1,850,549 

2011 1,471,955 5,438,940 3,966,986 1,798,178 

2012 1,437,021 5,420,987 3,983,965 1,744,806 

2013 1,401,798 5,397,697 3,995,899 1,690,853 

2014 1,366,285 5,369,637 4,003,352 1,636,721 

2015 1,330,554 5,337,245 4,006,691 1,582,692 

2016 1,294,461 5,301,024 4,006,563 1,529,122 

2017 1,258,150 5,261,287 4,003,137 1,476,149 

2018 1,221,622 5,218,475 3,996,853 1,423,992 

2019 1,184,876 5,172,774 3,987,898 1,372,756 

2020 1,147,913 5,124,563 3,976,650 1,322,593 

2021 1,110,733 5,074,029 3,963,296 1,273,576 

2022 1,073,335 5,021,487 3,948,151 1,225,806 

2023 1,035,793 4,967,061 3,931,268 1,179,289 

2024 998,033 4,910,940 3,912,907 1,134,089 

2025 960,127 4,853,375 3,893,248 1,090,232 

2026 922,077 4,794,430 3,872,352 1,047,711 

2027 883,882 4,734,291 3,850,409 1,006,545 

2028 845,542 4,673,023 3,827,480 966,716 

TOTALS 61,283,032 197,420,325 136,137,293 67,374,509 

(A) 

Assumes a real escalation rate of 3.5% without considering 

inflation.

TABLE 0-6 

Page 2 

NOTES: 

Column 

(1) Column (4), Table 0-4 

(2) Column (7), Table 0-5 

(3) Column (2) - Column (1)

TABLE D-7 

AVERAGE ANNUAL PROJECT ENERGY 

a. Annex Creek 

1981 27,402 

1982 19,360 

1983 25,259 

1984 24,812 

Total 

96,833 MWh 

Average 

24,208 KWh 

b. Upper Salmon 

1981 13,791 

1982 13,650 

1983 16,344 

1984 13,983 

Total 

57,768 KWh 

Average 

14,442 KWh 

c. Lower Salmon - per Exhibit D 

January 1984 Lic. Amendment 

16,700 KWh 

55,350 MWh 

(B0995B)

TABLE D-8 

SOURCES AND USES OF ENERGY 

(GWh) 

ilL (2) (3) (4) (5) (6 ) (7) 

GHEA/AELP Energy Deficit Snettisham Diesel 

Energy Without Displaced by Saved by 

Year Reg.(l) Snettisham Gold Creek Annex/Salmon Annex/Salmon Annex/Salmon 

1989 290 285 4 1 54 1 

1990 298 285 4 9 46 9 

1991 306 285 4 17 38 17 

1992 315 285 4 26 29 26 

1993 324 285 4 35 20 35 

1994 333 285 4 44 11 44 

1995 343 285 4 54 1 54 

1996 352 285 4 63 55 

1997 362 285 4 73 55 

1998 372 285 4 83 55 

1999 382 285 4 93 55 

2000 393 285 4 104 55 

2001 403 285 4 114 55 

2002 415 285 4 126 55 

2003 426 285 4 137 55 

2004 426 285 4 137 55 

2005 426 285 4 137 55 

2006 426 285 4 137 55 

2007 426 285 4 137 55 

2008 426 285 4 137 55 

2009 426 285 4 137 55 

2010 426 285 4 137 55 

2011 426 285 4 137 55 

2012 426 285 4 137 55 

2013 426 285 4 137 55 

2014 426 285 4 137 55 

2015 426 285 4 137 55 

2016 426 285 4 137 55 

2017 426 285 4 137 55 

2018 426 285 4 137 55 

2019 426 285 4 137 55

TABLE D-8 

Page 2 

llL (2) (3) (4) (5 ) (6) (7) 

GHEA/AELP Energy Deficit Snettisham Diesel 

Energy Without Displaced by Saved by 

Year Req.(I) Snettisham Gold Creek Annex/Salmon Annex/Salmon Annex/Salmon 

2020 426 285 4 137 55 

2021 426 285 4 137 55 

2022 426 285 4 137 55 

2023 426 285 4 137 55 

2024 426 285 4 137 55 

2025 426 285 4 137 55 

2026 426 285 4 137 55 

2027 426 285 4 137 55 

2028 426 285 4 137 55 

(1) Exhibit 1-E, Sheet 1, Vol. 2, Juneau 20-Year Power Supply Plan 

(B0995B)

TABLE D-9 

AIIUAL 'liED CHARGES ,aR el.OOO CA'ITA~ 

.0 TEAR Lin 

IX'IWDITVRE 

CII 

C21 

'31 '.1 un CII 

1'71 rlJ 

IA~AIICI RETORI 01 IIITEREST 01 IDOl TAl 'ROPERTY I.COIIE TOTAL 

TIAII 0' DEIT IQUITY CA'ITAL DIIT CA'ITA~ DE'RECIATIDI DEPRECIATIDI TAl 

TAl FilED CHARGE 

1I0Ta CAl lOTI CI' IIOTI Cc, lOTI CD' IDTI CI' IIOTS CF' IIOTI eG' 

~---------~------~~-----~--~-----~~-----~-~--------------~-------------------~--------------~-------------- 

I 1.000.00 82.SO 5'7.80 25.00 SO. 00 us. 00 80.09 2.0.39 

2 975.00 80 ••• !S8.38 25.00 .7.50 15.00 80.55 237.3. 

3 950.00 78.38 5 •• 91 25.00 .5.13 15.00 80.87 234.18 

925.00 78.31 53 •• 7 25.00 .2.87 15.00 eU.07 230.85 

• 

5 900.00 7 •• 25 52.02 25.00 .0.73 15.00 81.18 227 •• 3 

8 875.00 72.19 50.58 25.00 38.89 15.00 81.13 223.89 

7 850.00 70.13 .9.13 25.00 38.78 15.00 eu.oo 220.25 

8 825.00 88. OS .7.89 25,00 . 3 •• 92 15.00 80.78 218.51 

9 800.00 88.00 .8.2. 25.00 33.17 15.00 80 •• 3 212.87 

10 775.00 83.9. ••• 80 25.QCl 31.51 15.00 60.01 208.74 

II 750.00 81.88 .3.35 25.00 29.9. us. 00 59.50 20 •• 73 

12 725.00 59.81 • 1.91 25.00 28 ••• 15.00 H.91 200.83 

13 700.00 57.7B -40•• 8 25.00 27.02 15.00 H.2. 198 •• 5 

I. 875.00 55.89 39.02 25.00 25.87 15.00 57.50 192.20 

15 850.00 1S3.83 37.57 25.00 2 •• 38 15.00 58.&8 187.88 

18 825.00 51.58 38.13 25.00 23.17 15.00 55.80 183 •• 9 

17 600.00 • 9.50 3 •• 88 25.00 22.01 15.00 54 •• 179.0 • 

18 575.00 47 ••• 33.2. 25.00 20.91 15.00 53.85 17 •• 52 

19 550.00 .5.38 31.79 25.00 19.88 15.00 52.79 189.95 

20 525.00 .3.31 30.35 25.00 18.87 15.00 51.87 IM.33 

21 500.00 .1.25 21.90 25.00 17.92 15.00 so. 50 160.65 

22 475.00 39.19 27.48 25.00 17.03 15.00 .9.28 155.92 

23 450.00 37.13 28.01 25.00 18.11 15.00 .1.02 151.15 

24 .25.00 35.08 2 •• 57 25.00 15.3'7 15.00 .8.71 1.8.33 

25 .00.00 33.00 23.12 25.00 1 •• 80 15.00 .5.35 1.1 •• 7 

26 375.00 30.9. 21.ee 25.00 13.87 15.00 .3.ge 138.57 

27 350.00 28 •• 20.23 25.00 13.1. 15.00 .2.53 1:11.84 

28 325.00 28.81 18.79 25.00 12.52 15.00 .I.OS 128.88 

29 300.00 2 •• 75 17.3. 25.00 11.89 15.00 39.~ 121.815 

30 275.00 22.89 15.90 25.00 11.30 15.00 38.03 118.81 

31 .250.00 20.83 1 ••• 5 25.00 10.73 15.00 38 •• 8 111.5. 

32 225.00 18.~ 13.01 25.00 10.20 15.00 3 •• 87 lOtS. 4. 

33 200.00 18.50 11.58 25.00 9.89 15.00 33.25 101.31 

3. 175.00 I •••• 10.12 25.00 9.20 15.00 31.80 98.15 

35 150.00 12.38 8.87 25.00 8.7. 15.00 29.92 90.97 

38 125.00 10.31 7.23 25.00 8.30 15.00 28.22 85.78 

37 100.00 8.25 5.78 25.00 7.89 15.00 28.50 80.53 

38 75.00 8.19 •• 3. 25.00 7.50 15.00 2 •• 78 75.28 

39 50.00 •• 13 2.89 25.00 7.12 15.00 23.00 '70.01 

40 25.00 2.08 1 •• 5 25.00 8.78 15.00 21.21 8 •• 72 

CA' (COLUnW r I J I 2' I .1850 

C8, eCOLunli r I J I 2' X .1158 

CC, el.OOO DEPRECIATED OVER .0 TEARS - STRAIGHT LIIIE nETHOD 

CD' el.OOO DEPRECIATED OVER .0 TEARS - DOUBLE DECLINING BALANCE n£THOD 

eE' el.OOO x .015 

eF, LET T • TAX 'ATnEIIT 

T • 0.511 'CO~U"IIS 

C2+4-1' • TJ 

TCI - 0.5'1) • 0.111 rca~U"II' tl.t-S'J 

l' " !'I: ~ t ! O.489tC'D'un~3 t'2.4-!U i 

t . liW .. !l , ... ,4 -5) ) 

h., COLtH'il:S 2 .. ." " " '; ~ .. 1

TABLE D-10 

ANNUA~ 'IXED CHAftGaS PER el.OOO CAP'TA~ EXPEND.TURE 

20 YEAR ~I'E 

tlJ t2J t3J t~l t5J 

IALANCE RETURN ON INTEREST ON lOOK TAX 

YEAR OF DEBT EQUITT CAPITAL DEBT CAPITAL DEPRECIATION DRPR!C'ATION 

NOTE CA) NOTE ca, NOTE CC) NOTE CD) 

I 1.000.00 82.50 57.80 50.00 100.00 

2 950.00 78.38 5 •• 81 50.00 80.00 

3 900.00 74.25 52.02 50.00 el.oo 

4 850.00 70.13 ~9.13 50.00 . 72.90 

5 800.00 158.00 ~8.2~ 50.00 85.81 

8 750.00 81.88 ~3.35 50.00 511.05 

7 700.00 57.75 ~0.~8 so. 00 53.1~ 

8 850.00 53.83 37.57 50.00 ~7.e3 

800.00 ~1I.!50 3~.8e 50.00 .3.05 

10 " 

550.00 ~S.38 31.79 50.00 3 •• 7. 

11 500.00 ~1.25 2 •• 90 50.00 3 ••• 7 

12 ~50.00 37.13 28.01 50.00 31.38 

13 400.00 33.00 23.12 50.00 28.2. 

I. 350.00 28.88 20.23 50.00 25 •• 2 

15 300.00 2 •• 75 17.3. 50.00 22.88 

115 250.00 20.83 14 •• 5 50.00 20.59 

17 200.00 115.50 11.58 50.00 18.53 

18 150.00 12.38 8.157 so. 00 18.158 

19 100.00 8.25 5.78 50.00 15.01 

20 50.00 •• 13 2.89 50.00 13.51 

USJ 

PROPERTT 

TAX 

NOTE CE) 

15.00 

15.00 

us. 00 

15.00 

us. 00 

15.00 

15.00 

15.00 

15.00 

15.00 

15.00 

15.00 

15.00 

15.00 

15.00 

15.00 

15.00 

15.00 

15.00 

15.00 

t71 

I NCOIIE 

TAX 

IIOTE CF') 

33.98 

.0.10 

.5.20 

.9.35 

uS) 

TOTAL 

FIXED C1fARGE 

NOTE ca, 

239.215 

238.39 

2315 •• 7 

233.151 

52.88" 229.90 

55.20 225 •• 3 

57.08 220.27 

58.31 21 •• 50 

58.99 208.17" 

59.1. 201.3!5 

58.92 19 •• 07 

5 •• 25 1815.39 

57.22 178.3. 

55.1515 1159.97 

&6.21 1151.30 

52.29 152.38 

50.13 1.3.19 

.7.75 133.80 

.5.19 12 •• 22 

.2.... 11 ..... 15 

IA' 

CB' 

IC, 

CD' 

eE' 

CP, 

ca, 

lCOLunN ( I J I 2' X .1650 

CCOLunM (II I 2"X .115s 

el.OOO DEPRECIATED OVER 20 YEARS - STRAIGHT LINE "!THOD 

e •• ooo DEPRECIATED OVER 20 YEARS - DOUB~E DECLINING IALANCE "£THOD 

e .. ooo X .015 

LET T • TAX PAynENT 

T • 0.511 'COLunNS e2+.-5' + TJ 

TCI - 0.51 U • 0.511 rCOLU"NS (2••-5)1 

T 

0.511 I 0 •• 89 rCOLUIINS (2+.-5)' 

T • 1.0~5 rCO~U"NS C2+~-5" 

Ca~U"H8 I + 3 + • t • • ,

TABLE D-11 

ANNEX CREEK AND UPPER SALMON 

OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE EXPENSES 

Account 

For 

Number 1982 1983 1984 Exhibit D 


Operating Expenses: 

53707 Labor · ........... $107,694 $118,108 $123,015 

53907 Misc. · ........... 9 z 717 7 z 167 4 2 852 

$117,411 $125,275 $127,867 

Maintenance: 

54200 Hydro Structures $ 153 $ $ 

54307 Waterways •••••••• 1,407 2,804 754 

54407 Electric Plant ••• 13,869 12,982 

57100 O/H Trans. Line 40z642 4 2 182 8 2 288 

$ 56,071 $ 19,968 $ 9,042 

Total Annex Creek •• $173,482 $145,243 $136,909 

In 1985 Dollars(1) • $190,795 $156,913 $140,332 avg. $162,680 

U:2~r 

Salmon 


53708 Labor · ........... $105,608 $116,350 $118,338 

53908 Misc. · ........... 5 z 611 5 2 260 2 2 522 

$111,219 $121,610 $120,860 

Maintenance: 

54308 Waterways •••••••• $ 22,811 $ 15,325 $ 28,624 

54408 Electric Plant ••• 421 16 z 498 525 

$ 23,232 $ 31,823 $ 29,149 

Total Upper Salmon • $134,451 $153,433 $150,009 

In 1985 Dollars(l) $148,869 $165,761 $153,759 avg. $155,796

TABLE D-11 

Page 2 

Account 

lumber 

1982 1983 1984 

For 

Exhibit D 

Lower Salmon 

(1985 dollars) 


Labor •••••••••••• 

Misc ••••••••••••• 

Maintenance: 

Waterway ••••••••• 

Electric Plant ••• 

Misc. Transmission 

Line ••••••••••••• 

$ 5,000 

3,000 

10,000 

15,000 

25,000 

$376,476 

(I) O&M costs escalated to 1985 dollars using the consumer price index to 

estimate inflation 

(B0995B)

TABLE D-12 

Diesel Operation & Maintenance, Fuel Costs 

1. See Table 3 - IS, Page 3 - 61, Vol. I, Juneau 20 Year Power 

Supply Plan. 

2. Install 1 10 MW Base Load Diesel Generator for $6,277,500. 

3. Annual Energy capability of 10 MW Generator 58 GWH. 

4. Operation and Maintenance per KWH - O.8¢ 

5. Fuel cost per KWH 

a.) Assume 15 KWH/Gal. 

b. ) Fuel Cost/Gal. 95 •. 9sz! 

c.) Fuel Cost/KWH =- .&.":39sz! 

d.) Assume no escalation in the cost of fuel.

APPENDIX 0-1 

ALTERNATIVE FAIR VALUE CALCLILATION 

The fair value of the Annex Creek. and Salmon Creek. Hydroelectric 

Project was determined to be the cost of constructing the existing features in 

1985, as described in Section 2.1. An alternative method, which yields a different 

measure of the fa i r value, is to determi ne the or i gi na 1 va 1 ue of the 

Project at a 1985 level less an amount for depreciation. This method, which 

is described in detail below, was considered for this Project but not used due 

to i ncomp 1 ete records of changes to Project features over the 1 i fe of the 

Project. 

To determine the Project's original value at a 1985 level in the 

alternative fair value analysis, the original cost of each feature is escalated 

from its construction completion date to the 1985 level. This escalated 

original value is then reduced by an amount for actual depreciation, called 

percent condition. Percent condition is defined as the original cost less 

book. depreciation (or net investment) divided by the original cost (or total 

oj nvestment). The percent condi tion for the Project was ca 1 cul ated by FERC 

account for each Component, as shown in Table DS-1. 

Several gaps in the property ledgers made it difficult to accurately 

determine the original value and year of completion of each Project feature. 

Without this information, escalating the original value to a 1985 level 1s 

near 1 y i mpos sib 1 e. Therefore, th is method was determi ned as inaccurate and, 

thus, the fair value method described in Section 2.1 was used.

TABLE DS-l 

ORIGINAL VALUE AND NET INVESTMENT 


Account 

Number 

DescriEtion 

'1~ 

Original 

Value 

'2~ 

Ace. Book 

Del2reciation 

(3~ 

Net 

Investment 

,41 

Percent 

Condition 

33100 

33200 

33300 

33400 

33500 

33600 

Lower Salmon Creek 

Structures and Improvements ........... 






Total Lower Salmon Creek •••••••••••••• 

$ 300,167.93 

2,500,326.64 

1,151,981. 70 

297,321.93 

207,835.32 

1 1 632 1 187.68 

'8,089,821.20 

$ 26,828.26 

197,303.46 

58,694.35 

21,101.88 

10,039.92 

20,402.34 

• 334,370.21 

$ 273,339.67 

2,303,023.18 

1,093,287.35 

276,220.05 

197,795.40 

1£611,785.34 

'5,755,450.99 

0.91 

0.92 

0.95 

0.93 

0.95 

1h!! 

0.95 

UI2Eer Salmon Creek 

33100 

33200 

33300 

33400 

33500 

33600 







• 73,537.00 

1,004,790.15 

92,523.00 

697,454.55 

8,422.11 

48,466.00 

$ 47,288.75 

860,568.12 

57,939.15 

135,260.86 

4,506.48 

48,466.00 

$ 26,248.25 

144,222.03 

34,583.85 

562,193.69 

3,915.63 

0.00 

0.36 

0.14 

0.37 

0.81 

0.46 

0.00 

Total Upper Salmon Creek •••••••••••••• 

$1,925,192.81 

$1,154,029.'36 

$ 771,163.45 

0.40 


33100 

33200 

33300 

33400 

33500 

33600 







• 96,658.33 

429,893.66 

278,432.92 

603,400.00 

28,874.39 

0.00 

• 61,687.88 

258,792.14 

160,428.93 

244,238.05 

8,900.90- 

0.00 

• 34,970.45 

171,101.52 

118,003.99 

359,161.95 

37,775.29 

0.00 

0.36 

0.40 

0.42 

0.60 

1.31 

0.00 

Total Annex Creek ••••••••••••••••••••• 

$1£437,259.30 

$ 716£246.10 

$ 721,013.20 

0.50 

Total FERC License No. 2307 ••••••••••• 

$9,452,273.31 

$2,204,645.67 

$7,247,627.64 

0.77

w 

, 

to 

:c 

x 

I,.lJ

Section 

Number 

1.0 

2.0 

3.0 

List of Tables 

List of Exhibits 

List of Appendices 

EXHIBIT E 

ENVIRONMENTAL REPORT 



GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF THE LOCALE 

1.1 Agency Consultation 

1.2 Annex Creek Component 

1.2.1 Existing Project Features 

1 . 2 . 2 C 11 ma te 

1.2.3 Topography, Vegetation, and Wetlands 

1.2.4 Land Development 

1.2.5 Population 

1.3 Salmon Creek Component 


1 . 3 . 2 C 11 mate 




REPORT ON WATER USE AND QUALITY 


2.1.1 Existing Hater Use and Quality 

2.1.2 Existing Water Quality 

2.1.3 Impacts of Continued Operation and 

Protective Measures 


2.2.1 Existing Water Use 

2.2.2 Existing Hater Quality 



2.2.4 Salmon Creek Minimum Flows 

2.3 Water Quality Certification 

REPORT ON FISH, WILDLIFE, AND BOTANICAL RESOURCES 


3.1.1 Existing Conditions 

3.1.2 Threatened and Endangered Species 



Page 

Number 

E-1 

E-2 

E-3 

E-3 

E-3 

E-4 

E-4 

E-4 

E-4 

E-4 

E-5 

E-5 

E-6 

E-6 

E-7 

E-7 

E-7 

E-8 

E-8 

E-8 

E-8 

E-10 

E-12 

E-12 

E-12 

E-13 

E-13 

E-13 

E-14 

E-14


(continued) 

Section 

Number 


3.0 REPORT ON FISH, WILDLIFE, AND BOTANICAL RESOURCES 

(continued) 


3.2. 1 Existing Conditions 




4.0 REPORT ON ARCHAEOLOGICAL AND HISTORICAL RESOURCES 

4. 1 Annex Creek Component 

4. 1 . 1 Historical and Archaeological Resources 

4.1.2 Protective Measures 


4.2. 1 Historical and Archaeological Resources 


5.0 REPORT ON RECREATIONAL RESOURCES 


5. 1 . 1 Existing Recreational Facilities 

5. 1 .2 Existing Recreational Use 

5. 1 .3 Potential Recreational Use 

5. 1 .4 Agency Recommended Measures for Creating, 

Preserving, or Enhancing Recreational 

Opportunities 

5. 1 .5 Measures to Create, Preserve and Enhance 

Recreational Opportunities 


5.2.1 Existing Recreational Facilities 

5.2.2 Existing Recreational Use 

5.2.3 Potential Recreational Use 

5.2.4 Agency Recommended Measures for Creating, 

Preserving or Enhancing Recreational 

Opportunities 

5.2.5 Measures to Create, Preserve, and 

Enhance Recreational Opportunities 

6.0 REPORT ON LAND MANAGEMENT AND AESTHETICS 


6. 1 . 1 Existing Land Uses and Aesthetics 

6.1.2 Wetlands and Floodplains 

Page 

Number 

E-14 

E-14 

E-16 

E-16 

E-18 

E-18 

E-18 

E-18 

E-18 

E-18 

E-19 

E-20 

E-20 

E-20 

E-20 

E-2l 

E-2l 

E-2l 

E-22 

E-22 

E-22 

E-22 

E-23 

E-23 

E-24 

E-24 

E-24 

E-25

Section 

Number 


(continued) 


6.0 REPORT ON LAND MANAGEMENT AND AESTHETICS (continued) 

Page 

Number 

6.1.3 Protection of Land Management, Aesthetics, 

and Recreational Values E-26 

6.2 Salmon Creek Component E-26 

6.2.1 Existing Land Uses and Aesthetics E-26 

6.2.2 Wetlands and Floodplains E-27 

6.2.3 Protection of Land Management, Aesthetics, 

and Recreational Values E-27 

7.0 LIST OF LITERATURE E-29

LIST OF TABLES 

Table 

Number 

E-2.1 

E-2.2 

E-2.3 

E-3.1 

E-3.2 

Title 

Appropriation of Salmon Creek Water Indicating User. Certiflcation 

or Permit Number and Quantity of Allocation 

Hater Quality of Salmon Creek Reservoir 

Hater Quality of Salmon Creek 

Escapement Counts in Salmon Creek for 1940-1980 

Hildlife Species Associated with the Coastal Spruce/HemlocK 

Vegetation Type

Exhibit 

Number 

LIST OF EXHIBITS 

Title 

E-l General Map 

E-2 Lower Salmon CreeK Floodplain and Zoning Map 

E-3 Salmon CreeK Reservoir Water Quality Sampling Sites 

E-4 Terrestrial Resources Map 

E-5 Recreation 

E-6 Key Photo Map 

E-7 Land Use Designation and Visual Quality Objective Map

Appendix 

Number 

LIST OF APPENDICES 

Title 

E-l Agency Consultation 

E-2 Water Rights 

E-3 Water Quality Standards and Certification 

E-4 Salmon Creek Flow Data 

E-5 Recreation 

E-6 Land Use Designations 

E-7 Visual Quality Objectives 

E-8 Zoning District Definitions 

E-9 Alaska Coastal Management Program 

E-10 Stream Gauge Salmon Creek - R&M Project No. C-733

1.0 GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF THE LOCALE 

The Annex Creek and Salmon Creek Hydroelectric Project (Project) 

includes existing developments at both Salmon and Annex creeks. The Annex 

Creek and Salmon Creek components are geographically separate, being located 

respectively in mountainous terrain about 10 miles northeast and 3 miles north 

of downtown Juneau. The Annex Creek Component is situated in a remote area of 

the Tongass National Forest. There are two lakes in the Annex Creek drainage 

area; the pr inc i pa lone, Upper Annex Lake Reservoi r, serves as the reservoi r 

for the Annex Creek Component. The watershed area 1 s surrounded by preci p 

itous, glaciated mountains, including Annex Peak and Annex Ridge. Annex Creek 

drains a small area above the lake, east of Carlson Creek, and is tributary to 

Taku Inl et. The Annex Creek. Powerhouse and Swi tchyard are located on Taku 

Inlet, 11 miles east of Juneau by air and 22 miles by water. 

The Salmon Creek eo.ponent is situated within the Juneau Townsite 

Boundary shown in Exhibit E-l. These lands have been selected by the State of 

Alaska, but remain under the interim management of the Bureau of Land Management 

(BLM) until the adjudicative process for selection has been completed. 

The Sa 1 mon Creek Reservoi r 1 s located 3 mil es north of downtown Juneau in an 

undeveloped area. Salmon Creek flows west from the reservoir and drains into 

Gastineau Channel. The Upper Salmon Creek Powerhouse is located at the upper 

end of Sa 1 mon Creek Vall ey, 1 ess than 1 river mil e be low the dam and reservoir. 

The Lower Salmon Creek Powerhouse and Switchyard are located near 

similar commercial buildings along Egan Drive, adjacent to Gastineau Channel, 

and 3 miles northwest of downtown Juneau. 

As in the other Exhi bi ts of thi s app1 i cation for new 1 i cense, 

because the Project includes .,re than one dam with associated facilities, 

each dam and the associ ated faci 1 i ti es are descri bed together as a di screte 

development or component. The description of the Annex Creek Component and 

related discussion regarding the affected resources occurs first, the Salmon 

Creek Component second. The followi ng is ali sti ng of the major features of 

the Annex Creek and Salmon Creek. Hydroelectric Project. Locations of these 

features are shown in Exhibit E-l. 

Annex Creek Component 

o 

o 

o 

o 

o 

o 

20-foot-high timber buttress dam 

264-acre Upper Annex Lake Reservoir 

1,418-foot-long tunnel driven to a lake tap into Annex Lake 

7,031-foot penstock 

Powerhouse and switchyard 

12 miles of 23-kV transmission line 

Salmon Creek Component 

o 

o 

o 

o 

l70-foot-high concrete arch dam 

l64-acre Salmon Creek Reservoir 

lS,SOS-foot-long power conduit 

Upper. Powerhouse

E-2 

o 

o 

Lower Powerhouse 

Transmission line 

1.1 AGENCY CONSULTATION 

Formal consultation was initiated January 9, 1985 with letters sent 

to the fo 11 ow; ng agenc; es i nformi ng them of the scop i ng meet i ng he 1 d on January 

17, 1985: 

-- City and Borough of Juneau 

-- Alaska Power Administration 

-- National Marine Fisheries Service 

-- Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation 

-- U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service 

-- Alaska Department of Fish and Game 

-- Alaska Department of Natural Resources 

-- Alaska Public Utilities Commission 

-- Alaska Department of Natural Resources - Forestry Division 

-- Department of the Army Corps of Engineers 

The scopi ng process cOOll1enced before the Federal Energy Regu1 atory 

Commission (FERC) amended its pre-filing consultation requirements (18 CFR 

4.38) on March 20, 1985. Because the consultation was conducted in accordance 

with regulations in effect at the time, it does not conform precisely to the 

"new initial stage of consultation" regulations. An information packet was 

prov i ded to all agenc i es and a scop i ng meeti ng was he 1 d to rece i ve agency 

input as early as possible. In addition, information was also submitted to 

the fo 11 owi ng: 

-- United States Forest Service 

-- United States Bureau of Land Management 

-- National Park Service - Alaska Regional Office 

-- Alaska Department of Natural Resources - 

Division of Parks and Recreation 

-- Office of Management and Budget Division of 

Governmental Coordination 

-- Alaska Department of Natural Resources - 

Division of Land and Water Management 

Copi es of the 1 etters sent to the agenci es regardi ng the scopi ng 

meeting are included in AppendlxE-l along with the information packet and 

materials distributed during and after the meeting. Agency letters commenting 

on the discussion at the scoping meeting and the material in the information 

packet are also in Appendix E-1. 

On June 21, 1985, the draft Application for New License for the 

Annex Creek and Salmon Creek Project was distributed to all the agencies 

1 i sted above. The comments provi ded by the agenci es in regard to the draft

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1 i cense appl i cation have been addressed and incorporated into the document. 

Copies of the letters are included in Appendix E-l. 

The National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) has stated during 

telephone consultation that they will comment formally to the Federal Energy 

Regulatory Commission upon receipt of the final Application for New License. 

The Alaska Offi ce of the Governor IOff; ce of Management and Budget Di vi s i on 

acts as the clearinghouse for comments provided by Alaska State agencies 

including the Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation; Alaska Department 

of Fi sh and Game; Alaska Pub 1 i c Uti 1 i ti es Contmi s s i on; and Alaska Department 

of Natural Resources. The Alaska Offi ce of the Governor revi ewed State 

agency comments and provided the Applicant with a letter notifying the 

Applicant that lithe State has no objection to the draft application." (See 

Appendix E-l.) 



The Annex Creek facility (3.6 MW; 4,050 kVA) consists of a 20-foothigh 

timber buttress dam located at the natural outlet of Upper Annex Lake 

Reservoi r, a power condui t, and a powerhouse located adjacent to Taku In1 et. 

Upper Annex Lake Reservoi r was tapped in 1916 and a 1, 418-foot-l ong tunne 1 

constructed, which provides a drawdown of 150 feet and 23,400 acre-feet of 

usable storage. Flow through the power conduit is primarily controlled by a 

gate valve located in the valve chamber at the outlet of the tunnel, where it 

is connected to the penstock. The penstock is a riveted steel pipe, 7,031 feet 

long. The Annex Creek Powerhouse contains two, 2,500-horsepower impulse turbi 

nes, one connected to a 2, 250-kVA generator, and the other to a 1, 800-kVA 

generator. A 23-kV transmission line extends 12 miles between Annex Creek and 

Thane, located on the Gastineau Channel, approximately 4 mi 1es southwest of 

downtown Juneau. 

1.2.2 Climate 

Annex Creek is affected by the maritime climatic conditions which 

prevai 1 throughout Southeast Alaska. Low pressure systems from the Gulf of 

Alaska typically produce overcast conditions, heavy precipitation, high humidity, 

and moderate temperatures in this region. Marine climatic influences 

limit daily and seasonal temperature ranges; however, high pressure systems 

from the interior occasionally generate clear skies and more extreme temperatures 

for several days at a time. The summers are cool and the winters warm 

with small diurnal temperature swings between seasons. 

The mean temperature at Annex Creek. ranges from 45°F to 61°F in 

the summer, and 18°F to 30°F in the winter. Annual precipitation at Annex 

Creek is estimated to be 110 inches; most of which falls during the months of 

October to December. Based on a 54-year period of record, Annex Creek averages 

236 inches of snow (Alaska Department of Fish and Game (ADFG), 1973).

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The Annex Creek Component 1 s located in steep terra in and has a 

watershed characterized primarily by exposed bedrock and alpine tundra vegetation. 

The downstream portion of Annex Creek flows through forested land 

dominated by western hemlock and Sitka spruce. 

The Annex Creek dra i nage bas in above the Annex Creek Dam encompasses 

6.15 square miles. The basin ranges in elevation from sea level to 

4170 feet at Annex Peak. The Annex Creek. Dam is located on the southeast end 

of Upper Annex Lake Reservoi r. Annex Creek flows southeast from the upper 

lake outlet at E1 820 Mean Sea Level (MSl) to Lower Annex Lake at El 620 MSL. 

Annex Creek then cascades steeply for a distance of approximately 0.5 mile 

from the outlet of Lower Annex Lake to Taku Inlet at sea level. 

The power plant and swi tchyard are located on Taku Inlet approximately 

0.5 mile northeast of the mouth of Annex Creek. The transmission 

lines from the Annex Creek Powerhouse follow the southeast shore of Taku Inlet 

through a forested area, then extend northwest up llOunta i nous ri dges, past 

Power1ine Ridge, into Thane, covering a total distance of 12 miles. The 

precipitous slopes are sparsely vegetated; no wetlands have been identified 

within or near the Project site, other than the lacustrine habitat of the 

streambed itself. 


The Annex Creek Project is located in the Tongass National Forest 

under the jurisdiction of the USFS. The Project site is located in a remote 

area and can only be reached from Juneau by air or via a 22-mile boat trip up 

Taku Inlet to the powerhouse, and then on foot along the penstock to Upper 

Annex Lake. Fl yi ng condi ti ons to reach Upper Annex lake Reservoi r are often 

highly hazardous. Existing land development in this area is related to AELP's 

hydroelectric project. No other existing development occurs in or near the 

vicinity of the Project boundary_ 


The only permanent residents 1n the viCinity of the facility at 

Annex Creek are AELP employees. The nearest popu1ation center is downtown 

Juneau, whose population is described below (Section 1.3.5). 



The Salmon Creek facility (6.7 MW; 10,500 kVA) consists of a 

l70-foot-high concrete arch dam that forms a reservoir with a storage capacity 

of 12,000 acre-feet at the currently allowed maxinn. elevation of 1140 feet. 

The water surface is maintained at this level, as required by the current

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Project 11 cense, because of safety cons i derations. (See Dam Safety Report, 

included in the Supporting Design Documentation to Exhibit F.) Water from the 

Salmon Creek Dam is conveyed downstream to the Upper Powerhouse via the 

4,475-foot-long steel Upper Penstock. Before reaching the powerhouse, however, 

the penstock bi furcates perm; tti ng water to be di verted to the Upper 

Powerhouse (2.8 MW) or to the 11,030-foot-long Lower Penstock which leads to 

the Lower Powerhouse (6.7 MW). The flow is controlled by two butterfly 

va 1 ves. Because the same penstock serves both powerhouses, they cannot be 

operated simultaneously. The Upper Powerhouse contains two 2,500-horsepower 

i mpul se turbi nes connected to 2, 300-Vo 1 t generators. The Lower Powerhouse 

contains one 9,210-horsepower impulse turbine connected to a 12,700-Volt generator. 

An arbitrary elevation datum was used for the Salmon Creek Dam and 

Upper Powerhouse when they were constructed. This arbitary datum is 

26.29 feet below Mean Lower Low Hater (MLLW) and fixes the dam spillway crest 

at El 1172. Throughout this exhibit this datum will be referred to as the 

Upper Salmon Creek Datum (USCD). 

The Lower Penstock and Lower Powerhouse used an elevation datum 

4.79 feet below MLLW. This arbitrary datum w1l1 be referred to as the Lower 

Salmon Creek Datum (LSCD). 

1 • 3 • 2 C 1 i rna t e 

Typical climatic conditions of Southeast Alaska are discussed in 

Section 1.1.2. Temperatures at the Salmon Creek Component are similar to 

those measured in downtown Juneau. 

The mean temperature in downtown Juneau ranges from 42°F to 

61°F in summer, and 18°F to 34°F in the winter. Precipitation data 

recorded by Alaska Gastineau Mining Company at the Salmon Creek Dam and Upper 

Powerhouse, and data from nearby Gold and Sheep creeks i nd i cate that annua 1 

precipitation at Salmon Creek is 100-150 inches, most of which falls during 

the months of October to December (AELP, 1982>' Total yearly precipitation in 

the Upper Sa 1 mon Creek dra i nage is 15 to 35'1 greater than that in downtown 

Juneau, which receives a mean annual precipitation of 91 inches. 

Snow occurs frequently in the area, but usually melts quickly at 

lower elevations. Higher elevations often remain snow covered unti 1 early 

summer. The average snowfall in downtown Juneau, based on a 31-year period of 

record, is 107 inches. 

1.3.3 Topography, Vegetation, and Hetlands 

The topographic setting of the Salmon Creek Reservoir is very 

similar to that of Annex Creek. The Salmon Creek drainage basin ranges in 

elevation from sea level to 4935 feet at Observation Peak located northeast of 

the reservoi r. The hi gher elevations of the watershed are character; zed by 

exposed bedrock and alpine tundra vegetation, and the terrain is precipitous.

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The dominant vegetative association below timberline is western hemlock/Sitka 

spruce forest. 

The Sa 1 mon Creek dra i nage bas in above the mouth of the creek comprises 

11 square miles; the area of the basin above the dam is estimated to be 

5.2 square miles. The Salmon Creek Dam is located on the west end of the reservoir. 

From the spillway elevation, the Salmon Creek bed falls 725 feet for 

a distance of 4,500 feet. The stream course then becomes quite flat for a 

di stance of 2 mi 1es as the stream flows through forested land to Gastineau 

Channel. A floodplain exists near the mouth of Salmon Creek (Exhibit E-2>. 

Excepting the riverine system encompassing the stream channel itself, no wet- 

1 ands are present wi th in the Project boundary; ti da 1 wet 1 ands present along 

Gastineau Channel are over a mile northwest of the Project. 


The Sa 1 mon Creek Component is located wi thi n the Juneau Towns i te 

El imination from the Tongass National Forest, currently administered by the 

BLM. This land has been selected by the State of Alaska under a General Purposes 

Selection (A-060997) and wll 1 be transferred to Ci ty and Borough of 

Juneau (CBJ) jurisdiction after transfer to the State. 

No ex is t i ng deve 1 opment other than AELP IS hydroe 1 ectr i c fac i 1 i ty 

exists in the vicinity of the upper portion of the Salmon Creek site. Existing 

development along the Salmon Creek road-pipeline alignment, which extends 

from the Upper to the Lower Powerhouse, is all related to AELP's hydroelectric 

generation activities. Along the route, land development is restricted to the 

penstock, road, and transmission line, which delivers power from the Upper 

Sa 1 mon Creek Powerhouse to the AELP transmi s s i on sys tem (AELP, 1982) . The 

lower porti on of Sa 1 mon Creek Va 11 ey, adjacent to Egan Dri ve, is zoned for 

commercial, industrial and residential development; specific zoning districts 

are shown in Exhibit E-2. 


The overall population of downtown Juneau has greatly increased 

since Alaska's statehood due to staffing associated with the required State 

and Federal government functions, including resource management agencies and 

related services in the State Capitol and overall economic growth. The population 

of the Juneau area has increased substantially over the last 20 years. 

The 1960 census showed a population of 9,745 for the combined City and 

Borough, and by 1970, the number had increased to 13,556. Current population 

recorded during the 1980 census is 19,528 (AELP, 1982); an increase of 441 

since the 1970 census and 1001 since the 1960 census. 

The population is mainly concentrated in downtown Juneau and few 

people reside near the Salmon Creek Project site. A 1975 population estimate 

for the area surrounding the Salmon Creek Development was 393 (AELP, 1982).

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2.0 REPORT ON WATER USE AND QUALITY 

The continued operation of the Annex Creek and Salmon Creek Hydroelectric 

Project (Project) will not alter water use or quality since neither 

new construction nor changes in operation are proposed. The App1 i cant began 

its assessment of water use and qua 1 i ty 1 n January 1985 by contacti ng appropriate 

agencies including the Alaska Departments of Environmental Conservation 

(ADEC), Natural Resources (DNR), and Fi sh and Game (ADFG), the Army Corps of 

Engineers, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS), the U.S. Forest Service 

(USFS), and the City and Borough of Juneau (CBJ). An information packet was 

provi ded to each agency prior to the forma 1 scopi ng meeti ng. (A copy of 

information submi tted to the agenci es duri ng the scopi ng process is i nc1 uded 

in Appendi x E-1.) Many of the agenci es sent representati ves to a scopi ng 

meeti ng he 1 din Juneau on January 17, 1985 to di scuss agency interests wi th 

respect to the license application. Consultation with these agencies has 

continued throughout the preparation of this application. Copies of agency 

letters received during consultation are included in Appendix E-l. 

The Project consists of two hydraulically separate components, one 

at Annex Creek, a remote site above Taku Inlet, the other at Salmon Creek, 

just a few miles outside Juneau. Because these components are completely 

separate, each will be addressed separately in this report. 


2.1.1 Existing Water Use and Quality 

Hydrology. The Annex Creek hydrology and reservoir operation are 

described in detail in Exhibit B. No streamflow data are available for Annex 

Creek, hence operations and power studies are based on synthetic hydrological 

information. The following description of area hydrology presents some of 

that information to provide background on the environmental setting. 

The Annex Creek drainage area above Annex Creek Dam encompasses 

6. 15 square mi 1 es. Mean month ly i nfl ow from thi s area into Upper Annex Lake 

Reservoir is estimated to be 68 cfs; the range of flow is 0 to 280 cfs. The 

reservoir elevation fluctuates from 698 to 848 feet; mean elevation is 

822 feet. At maximum water surface elevation the reservoir area is 264 acres. 

Minimum levels are typically experienced in March or April. By May the elevation 

of the reservoir begins to rise in response to spring snowmelt. The 

maximum level is achieved by September or October, after which power withdrawals 

exceed inflow, and the reservoir elevation decreases through March or 

April. Lower Annex Lake, whi ch has a natural water surface area of 25 acres 

at water surface El 620, flows into Annex Creek, which cascades steeply down 

to Taku Inlet. 

Water Use. The only recorded use of Annex Creek waters is generation of 

hydroe 1 ectri c power at the Annex Creek. Powerhouse near the mouth of Annex

Creek. AELP has a water ri ght for use of 74 cfs dati ng from 1915 (ADL 

45781). A copy of the water right certificate is included 1n Appendix E-2. 

No additional uses are proposed for Annex Creek. 


All fresh waters of Alaska not specifically classifled otherwise 

are classified by ADEC as suitable for all potential freshwater uses, including: 

(1) water supply for drinking and food processing,. agriculture, 

aquaculture and industrial uses; (2) water recreation; and (3) growth and 

propagation of fish, shellfish, other aquatic life and wildlife including 

waterfowl and fur-bearers (ADEC, 1979). Criteria corresponding to each of 

these uses have been developed by ADEC and are included in Appendix E-4; 

together the criteria and classification constitute the water quality standards 

established by ADEC. 

Although no data are available on Annex Creek or Annex Lakes due to 

the absence of any development other than the hydroelectric generating facilities 

in the watershed, it is likely that the quality of these water bodies is 

excellent. Seasonal variations in temperature and chemical water quality are 

probably similar to those of other surface waters in the Juneau vicinity, 

including Salmon Creek and Salmon Creek Reservoir, described in Section 2.2.2 

below. 

2.1.3 Impacts of Continued Operation and Protective Measures 

Since neither changes in operation nor new construction are proposed, 

continued operation of the Project will not alter present water use or 

quality. The current license contains articles designed to protect water 

quality. Protection of water quality and fish habitat is accomplished by 

Article 41 (of the 1963 license), which requires that erosion and siltation 

due to Project construction and operation be minimized. 


2.2.1 Existing Water Use 

Hydrology. The hydrology and operation of the Salmon Creek. Component, 

described in detail in Exhibit B, are summarized briefly here to provide back. 

ground information. Limited streamflow data are available; therefore, most of 

the description is derived from synthetic hydrological modeling. Mean monthly 

inflow into the Salmon Creek Reservoir from its 5.2-square-mile drainage area 

is estimated to be 63 cfs; ranging from 0 to 227 cfs. 

Data collected from July 1911 through October 1912 are included in 

Appendix E-4 and provide an indication of what the typical pattern of Salmon 

Creek flow would be in the absence of the reservoir. Even in the driest month 

in this period, flows generally exceeded 4 cfs at the dam site. 

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The reservoir elevation, which averages 1104 feet (USCD), ranges 

from 1019 to 1140, the maximum permitted because of dam safety considerations 

(see the Dam Safety Report in the Supporting Design Report). The surface area 

at maximum pool [E1 1140 (USCD)] is about 205 acres. The maximum level is 

typi ca 11 y achi eved by autumn and ma i nta i ned through December. In the wi nter , 

wi th increased power generation and reduced runoff, the reservoi r e 1 evati on 

typically drops gradually throughout, reaching its minimum level by May. 

Data on the unregulated streamflow in the bypassed reach of Salmon 

Creek are unavailable, since streamflow data were not recorded in that reach 

prior to Project construction. Synthetic hydrological analyses of unregulated 

streamflow have considered only inflow to the reservoir and are not available 

for the lower portion of the stream. It seems likely that flows in this reach 

would be slightly greater than those recorded at the dam site. The only data 

available on this issue were provided by the USGS (Balding, 1974). They 

exami ned di scharge measurements made in February 1973 when 1 eakage from the 

flume was considered negligible due to icing and concluded that base flow into 

the stream below Salmon Reservoir is about 17 cfs. 

Streamflow in Salmon Creek has been recorded by the USGS since July 

1982 at a gage located 0.3 mile upstream from the mouth of Salmon Creek. Data 

collected from July 1982 to September 1984, when only the Upper Powerhouse was 

operating, have been analyzed to estimate future streamflow in Lower Salmon 

Creek. 

The analysis, which was based on assumed values of turbine and generator 

efficiencies, indicated that flow often drops to zero during dry 

spells, a conclusion which has been contested by the USFWS. Owing to the 

uncerta i nt i es of the synthet i c data, the USGS data recorded after the Lower 

Powerhouse went on-line in December 1984 provide a more accurate indication of 

the flows that can be expected duri ng Project operation. Monthly average 

flows during this period varied from 18 to 95 cfs (see Appendix E-4). During 

the lowest flow period, March 1985, mean daily flow dropped as low as 7.2 cfs, 

and was less than 9 cfs for a period of 7 days. 

In accordance wi th an agreement wi th ADFG (Appendi x E-1), streamflow 

in Salmon Creek is to be maintained at a level of 1.4 feet as measured on 

the staff gage 1 oca ted near the Salmon Creek Hatchery (see Append 1 x E-10 for 

exact location). Analysis of available records indicates that this level corresponds 

to about 9 cfs. 

Water Use. Salmon Creek waters are currently serving three major purposes: 

(1) development of hydroelectric power at AELP facilities; (2) provis 

i on of 1 i mi ted pub 1 i c water supp 1 y for CBJ; and (3) maintenance of natura 1 

anadromous fishery habitat in the lower reaches of Salmon Creek. 

An agreement between AELP and CBJ allows for 4.64 cfs to be 

delivered to the CBJ for domestic water from the Lower Penstock. The agreement 

also includes removal of up to 10 mgd by pumping from the tailrace of the 

Lower Powerhouse. 

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Appropriation and adjudication of water rights for use of surface 

and ground waters is under the jurisdiction of the DNR (Alaska Statutes 

46.15.101-270). Total consumptive ground and surface water allocations on 

Salmon Creek presently total 189.4 cfs (Table E-2.1). AELP has been granted 

an amendment to its Water Right Certificate No. 611 which enables use of a 

total of 120 cfs at the Lower Powerhouse. Copies of the water right certificates 

and applications are included in Appendix E-2. 


Salmon Creek Watershed. Hater quality classification of Salmon Creek and 

Reservoi r is II su i tab 1 e for all potenti a 1 uses; II cri ter i a correspondi ng to 

these classifications are listed in Appendix E-3. A detailed ana1ysis of 

water quality data in the Salmon Creek watershed ;s available in AELP's application 

for license amendment for Salmon Creek (AELP, 1982); that analysis provides 

the basis for most of the following information, some of which is quoted 

directly. 

Salmon Creek Reservoir. Hater quality of the reservoir and two inflowing 

streams at sites shown in Exhibit E-3 was IIOnitored for seasonal changes by 

the USGS (1974). Temperature profiles were obtained at each reservoir site, 

and chemical, bacteriological and dissolved oxygen analyses at all water 

sampling locations were conducted. Analytical results of that monitoring are 

provided in Table E.2-2. Hater quality of the reservoir was described by AELP 

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Dissolved oxygen levels in Salmon Creek Reservoir range from 7 to 

14 mgll during USGS (1974) sampling, indicating that the reservoir remains 

well aerated throughout the year. Although the reservoir site was not cleared 

prior to filling in 1915, annual fluctuations of reservoir storage have 

hastened decomposition of organic material in the sediment, thus reducing the 

rate of oxygen depletion during stratification of the reservoir in the summer. 

Salmon Creek. The chemical quality of water collected by the USGS (1969, 

1974) near the Upper Powerhouse (sample site 3) and at the mouth of Salmon 

Creek (sample site 4) is similar to that of the reservoir, and meets criteria 

established by ADEC for all freshwater uses. Water chemistry data for Salmon 

Creek are presented in Table E-2.3. levels of silver. antimony, arsenic, 

cadmium, lead and molybdenum are within criteria set for protection of aquatic 

life and domestic use by ADEC (1979) and USEPA (1976, 1980a-d). 

Level s of copper (.002-.005 mg/1) and zinc (.018-.050 mg/1) 

approach those that may produce physiological effects according to general 

freshwater aquatic life criteria established by the USEPA (1976; 1980e). The 

healthy condition of propagating wild and hatchery stocks of pink and chum 

salmon in the creek, however, suggest that these naturally occurring copper 

and zinc levels are probably not detrimental to aquatic organisms in Sa11110n 

Creek. 

A conti nuous record of water temperature for Salmon Creek ex; sts 

only for the year November 1980 through October 1981 (NSRAA, StreaM Data Log, 

1980-81). Mean monthly temperatures for this period range from 1.43°C in 

December 1980 to 9.77°C in August 1981. Because winter temperatures in the 

Juneau viCinity in 1980-81 were unusually mild, the recorded water temperatures 

are probably uncharacteristically high between November and April. 

Based on comparl son of these records wi th records for Cabi n Creek (1952-53), 

Deer Mountain Hatchery (1975-76), and Beaver Falls Hatchery (1975-76), 

Environaid (1976) estimated a probable seasonal range in Salmon Creek of O°C 

in wi nter to 10°C in summer. Need1 e ice may occur from ch ill i ng of turbulent 

waters during the winter. 

A bacteriological sample collected near the mouth of Salmon Creek 

in October 1979 and ana lyzed by the ADFG Fi sh Pathology Laboratory showed a 

total coliform count of 50 co10nies/100 m1 and a fecal coliform (FC) count of 

o co10nies/100 ml (Envlronaid, 1979). This result supports the USGS (1974) 

observation that coliform levels in Salmon Creek were higher than those in 

reservoir water. 

Sa 1 mon Creek carri es a subs tanti a 1 natural suspended sediment load 

composed of silt to sand-sized fractions derived from streambed and streambank 

erosion and landslides. Suspended sediment concentrations are particularly 

elevated during fall rainstorms. A 3.25-inch rainfall on October 8-10, 1979 

was observed to produce elevated turbidity and sediment loads (Environaid, 

1979).


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The current license articles designed to protect water quality are 

Article 41, discussed in Section 2.1.3, and Article 45. Article 45, contained 

in the May 16, 1983 Order, requires consultation with resource agencies in 

development of a plan to minimize erosion, sedimentation, water pollution, and 

slope stability problems. 

During the initial consultation, concern about rapid ramping rates 

during release from the low level outlet works at Salmon Creek Dam was 

expressed by representatives of ADEC, ADFG, and DNR. To minimize the chance 

that such releases will occur in the future, a procedure for testing the valve 

was developed by AELP in consultation with the concerned agencies. A memorandum 

documenti ng the procedure was fi 1 ed wi th FERC on January 28, 1985; a 

copy is included in Appendix E-1. 

The Applicant has been granted an amendment of its water rights on 

Sa 1 mon Creek; re 1 eases from the reservo; r duri ng peri ods of hi gh runoff wi 11 

be routed through the penstock, reducing scour in the stream. 

2.2.4 Salmon Creek Minimum Flows 

In the past no minimum flow releases were required of AELP at 

Salmon Creek Dam. Minimum flows required under terms of a recently concluded 

surface water rights permit negotiated with the Department of Natural 

Resources must be sufficient to adequately protect and preserve aquatic 

resources, including spawning and rearing of anadromous and resident sa1monids, 

in the reach of Salmon Creek extending from tidewater upstream approximately 

1,250 feet to an impassable falls. These flows must maintain a staff 

gage reading of 1.4 feet at a specified site on the stream below the falls 

(Appendix E-l>. This stage level corresponds to a flow of between 7 and 

9 cfs. Natural accretion from the watershed below the dam normally provides 

flows in excess of the amount required to reach the 1.4-foot elevation. In 

the event augmentation is needed, additional water will be released into the 

stream channel by AELP from its Upper Powerhouse to meet minimum flow requirements. 

2.3 WATER QUALITY CERTIFICATION 

A copy of a letter waiving water quality certification under Section 

401 of the Clean Water Act is included 1n Appendix E-3.

TABLE E-2.1 

APPROPRIATION OF SALMON CREEK WATER, 

INDICATING USER, CERTIFICATION OR PERMIT NUMBER 

AND QUANTITY OF ALLOCATION 

User 

Alaska Electric Light and Power Co. • 

Alaska Electric Light and Power Co. • 

City and Borough of Juneau •••••••••• 

City and Borough of Juneau •••••••••• 

Joseph Henri •••••••••••••••••••••••• 

Joseph Henri •••••••••••••••••••••••• 

Northern Southeast Regional 

Aquaculture Association ••••••••••• 

Total .......•.•...•...••••••.......• 

Certification 

of Permit 

ADL No. 

45780-C 

51675-C 

62230-P 

62326-P 

100508-C 

100920-P 

101041-P 

Quantity 

(cfs) 

70 

105 

9 

0.1(1) 

0.1(1) 

0.2(1) 

_5_ 

189.4 

(1) Three groundwater withdrawals are included as well depths are shallow and 

would be influenced by surface flow. 

Source: AELP, May 1982 

(B0995B)

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fi\LLg i> 2.2 

WATER QUALITY OF SALMON C~EK RESERVOtR 

(Concentrations in milligrams per liter) 

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(I) 

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TABLE E-2.3 

WATER QUALITY OF SALMON CREEK 

Sample Temperature Concentrations imgL1~ 

Site Date (oC) Si02 Fe Mn Ca M9 Na K HC03 C03 S04 C1 F 

3 2/22/73 2.0 2.5 0.02 0 " .. 0.9 0.6 0.8 30 0 ~ " , ~ 

0.0 ::J.~ J...::J 0 

4 8/29/50 2.0 0.20 9.0 1.5 21 12.0 0.1 

4 11/22/66 1.1 2.0 0.04 7.2 1.2 20 6.7 1.4 

4 3/15/68 1.5 2.9 9.2 .9 0.6 0.7 28 0 5.0 0.7 0.1 

4 6/26/68 6.0 2.2 6.6 0.7 0.5 0.6 24 0 4.6 0.2 0 

4 2/22/73 2.0 2.9 0.04 0 9.0 0.7 0.8 0.7 32 0 4.8 1.8 0 

Source. USGS (1969, 1974) 

Hardness 

Sample Non- Conductivity 

Site Date Nitrate DO DS Total carbonate iumhos~ ...R!L Color 

3 2/22/73 0.22 14 37 26 1 60 7.0 1 

4 8/29/50 44 29 12 68 7.3 

4 11/22/66 0.10 30 23 7 48 7.4 

4 3/15/68 35 27 4 60 7.1 5 

4 6/26/68 28 20 50 6.8 5 

4 2/22/73 0.14 13 37 25 0 61 6.8 2 

Source. USGS (1969, 1974) 

Sample 

Metal Concentrations imgL1~ 

Site Date ~ ~ ....!!....- ....£L ...£!.... Mo ...!!L.- ...!!L 

3 2/22/73 0 .005 .002 

4 2/22/73 .003 .004 0 

4 3/22/73 .006 .002 .003 

4 6/_/79 .002 0.12 .005 .002 .004 .05 .010 .018 

4 11/---./79 .050 

Source: USGS, 1974, Environaid, 1979

3.0 REPORT ON FISH, WILDLIFE, AND BOTANICAL RESOURCES 

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Project (Project) will not alter conditions with respect to fish, 

wildlife, and botanical resources since neither new construction nor changes 

in operation are proposed. The Applicant began its assessment of fish, wildlife, 

and botanical resources with reference to the proposed re1icensing in 

January 1985 by contacting resource agencies including the Alaska Departments 

of Fish and Game (ADFG) and Natural Resources (DNR), the U.S. Fish and Wildlife 

Service (FWS), the National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS), and the U.S. 

Forest Service (USFS). Representatives from most of these agencies attended a 

scoping meeting held in Juneau on January 17, 1985 to discuss agency interests 

with respect to the license application. (A copy of the information submitted 

to the agencies during the scoping process is included in Appendix E-l.) Concerns 

identified at the meeting included the need to develop an operating plan 

to avoid excessive releases into Salmon Creek from the low level outlet works 

when releases are required for testing or to control the water level in Salmon 

Reservoir and establishing a minimum flow regime to protect aquatic resources. 

This issue was resolved with a memo prepared in consultation with ADFG and 

DNR; the memo is included in Appendix E-l. Consultation with all of these 

resource agencies has continued through preparation of the license application. 

Copies of all agency letters during consUltation are in Appendix E-1. 

The Project consists of two physically separate components, one at 

Annex Creek, a remote location with no other development, and one at Salmon 

Creek, within a few miles of downtown Juneau. Since these components are completely 

separate, each is described separately in this report. 



Fi sh Resources. Annex Creek. is preci pi tous and conta ins severa 1 fall s 

high enough to block. upstream migration. The stream sustains virtually no 

fishing; its fish population is probably limited to a few brook. trout that 

have moved down from the reservoi r and from Lower Annex Lak.e, whi ch was 

stocked with 28,000 eastern brook trout in June 1917. 

Upper Annex Lake Reservoir was stocked with 60,000 eastern brook 

trout by the Gastineau Mining Company in 1917. In 1963, the lake was reported 

to contain a stocked population of eastern brook trout, which was fished by a 

limited number of anglers. A few very large eastern brook trout have 

reported 1 y been taken in Upper Annex Lake Reservoi r (Pautzke, C. F ., 1963). In 

recent years, AELP employees who have fished the lake have found the fishing 

inconsistent. No current use by recreational anglers is known to AELP staff. 

Terrestrial Resources. Terrestrial resources at Annex Creek are shown in 

Exhibit E-4. Much of the Annex Creek drainage basin is located above timberline 

and consists of exposed bedrock and alpine tundra. More heavily

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vegetated areas, where the coastal spruce/hemlock vegetation type is dominant, 

include the land around both lakes and the area directly tributary to the outlet 

stream. Wildlife species reported to be present include mountain goat, 

black and brown bear, ptarmigan, black-tailed deer, and wolverine (Pautzke, 

1963, ADFG, 1973). 


No Federally listed threatened or endangered species have been 

recorded in the vi ci ni ty of the Annex Creek Component; therefore" no such 

species would be affected by continued operation of the facility. 


S1 nce nei ther changes in operation nor new construction are proposed, 

continued operation of the Project will not affect the existing populations 

which have persisted during several decades of Project operation at 

Annex Creek. 

Several articles of the current license pertain to protection of 

fish and wildlife resources. These include Articles 28 and 29 of the license 

issued in October 1963. Article 28 requires that the licensee construct, 

maintain, and operate facilities for conservation and development of fish and 

wildlife resources that are recommended by resource agencies and determined to 

be necessary, des i rab 1 e, and cons i stent wi th the purpose of the Project and 

the Act. Modification of Project structure or operation may sl.narly be 

required under Article 28. Article 29 requires that the licensee permit construction 

and operation on Project lands of Federal fish and wildlife facilities. 

Article 41, described above (Section 2.3), and Article 45 ensure 

protection of water quality and fish habitat. 



Fish Resources. Approximately 1,250 feet of stream is accessible to 

anadromous sa1monids before upstream progress is blocked by an impassable 

falls between 10 and 15 feet high. Above tidewater the stream aver.ges about 

30 feet in wi dth at normal sUlaer flows between 25 and 35 cfs. The exi sti ng 

fi sh resources in Sa 1 mon Creek and Sa 1 mon Reservoi r were descri bed by AELP 

(1982); the following description is taken from that document: 

liSa 1 mon Creek supports anadromous chum (Oncorphynchus 

keta) , pink (Q. gorbuscha), and coho salmon (Q. kisutch) 

and Dolly Varden (Salve1inus malma) 1n the short section 

below the 6 m (20 ft.) falls near the mouth; and 

Dolly Varden and brook trout (~. fontina1is) in the 

reservoir. Resident fish are reported in Salmon Creek 

between the fall sand reservoi r . Be 1 ow the fa 11 s, a

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15 m (50 ft.) wi de s pawi ng reach contains good bank 

cover and a sand and gravel streambed suitable for 

spawning. Escapement counts of pink and chum salmon 

are available for the years 1940-1980 (Table E-3.1). 

Prior to 1960, chum escapement typically exceeded 1,000 

to 1,500 fi sh and the chum run was the domi nant salmon 

run in Salmon Creek. Since 1960, chum escapement 

counts have declined and the pink run has become dominant. 

Based on stream observations in 1980 and a wei r 

count for part of the 1981 season, NSRAA personnel 

estimate the natural chum run (beginning July 15) numbered 

approximately 150 in 1980 and 375 in 1981. The 

pink run (beginning August 1) numbered approximately 

3,000 to 4,000 in 1980 and 6,000 in 1981. 

Coho salmon are occasionally observed during escapement 

counts in Sa 1 mon Creek but there is not a sign i fi cant 

spawning run in the stream. 

Dolly Varden spawning in lower Salmon Creek is presumed 

to be limited (personal communication, Dick Marriott, 

ADF&G). Do11ys which spawn in nearby systems typically 

"nose i nto" Salmon Creek for severa 1 weeks at a ti me 

while ranging widely in local saltwaters each summer. 

Do 11 ys cou 1 d be expected to occur in Salmon Creek from 

July into early September. Reed and Armstrong (1972) 

evaluated the overall rearing potential of lower Salmon 

Creek as poor. Limited rearing areas include two large 

pools just below the falls, a smaller pool behind a log 

jam further downstream, and some undercut bank areas. 

A survey of potential rearing areas in 1970 revealed an 

anadromous Dolly Varden population (lengths 103-145 mm) 

age 2 years)." (AELP, 1982) 

The Northern Southeast Regional Aquaculture Association operated a 

private-nonprofit hatchery for chum, pink, and coho salmon near the mouth of 

Salmon Creek from 1980 to 1984. A coho rearing faci 1 ity began operation at 

Twin Lakes, just north of the mouth of Salmon Creek, in late 1981. Returns of 

coho to the mouth of Salmon Creek refl ect thi s past acti vi ty. In 1984, the 

sport catch from returning coho salmon was estimated to be 1,500 fish. Larger 

returns are expected ;n 1985 (W111iam R. Heard, NMFS, Auke Bay Lab, Jan. 16, 

1985). Some of these returning coho are likely to spawn in Lower Salmon 

Creek, augmenting the naturally occurring coho spawning activity. 

The Sa 1 mon Creek Reservo; r is reported to support a small natural 

population of Dolly Varden and a successfully planted stock of brook trout. 

The trout population originated from plants of 60,000 fish in June 1917 

(personal communication, Stone, AELP) and 13,150 fish in 1927 (Wadman, 1962) 

and has ma i nta; ned a healthy popu 1 at i on of a few thousand fl sh (persona 1

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communication, Dick Marriott, ADFG). ADFG monitors the trout population periodically, 

but is not involved in stock. enhancement. However, an examination 

of fish by ADFG several years ago indicated that the condition class was good 

and growth rates normal (Environaid, 1979) (AELP, 1982). 

Terrestrial Resources. Terrestrial resources at Salmon Creek are shown 

in Exhibit E-4. The Salmon Creek watershed consists mainly of areas below 

timberline, which are occupied by the coastal Sitka spruce/western hemlock 

forest association. Old-growth forest dominates in areas not disturbed by 

prior construction-related logging. Second-growth forest, including some 

stands of red alder, is evident in areas disturbed by initial construction of 

power fac i 1 it i es . Common unders tory plants inc 1 ude dev i 1 s club, salmonberry, 

stink current, blueberry, and high-bush cranberry. 

The drainage basin provides habitat for wildlife species that 

typically occur in spruce/hemlock forest. Major species include black bear, 

porcupine, red squirrel, and other small mammals, blue grouse, ptarmigan, and 

migratory waterfowl. Mountain goats move into the drainage from the surrounding 

ridges during winter, and Sitka black-tailed deer and wolverine may occur 

occas i ona 11 y. Lazzette Ohman (Sa 1 mon Creek area res i dent, 1923-1937) reca 11 s 

seeing very few deer in the viCinity (AELP, 1982), A list of species associated 

with this habitat type is provided in Table E-3.2. 


No Federally listed threatened or endangered species have been 

recorded in the vicinity of the Salmon Creek Component; therefore, none would 

be affected by continued operation of the facility. 


The existing populations have persisted during several decades of 

Project operation. No changes are proposed. Impacts to fish resources under 

the current operating regime are the same as those existing prior to the time 

the old Lower Powerhouse ceased operation on December 30, 1974. The current 

license articles designed to protect fish, wildlife, and botanical resources 

are discussed in Section 3.1.3. Articles 41 and 45 ensure protection of water 

quality and fish habitat. Article 41 is described above (Section 2.3); 

Article 45, contained in the May 16, 1983 order, requires consultation with 

resource agencies in development of a plan to minimize erosion, sedimentation, 

water pollution, and slope stability problems. 

Proposed operation under a new license will not differ significantly 

from that earlier regime and no change to fish resources is anticipated, 

except for a lessened change of mortality due to desiccation or freezing at 

times of low flow with implementation of the minimum flow provision included 

in the amended Water Right (see Appendix E-2). 

Negoti ations wi th the ADFG and DNR (i n connection wi th the Amendment 

to License for Salmon Creek) have established that maintaining a minimum

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flow of 1.4 feet as recorded on the staff gage at the upper fish hatchery is 

expected to protect fisheries in Salmon Creek. Low flows in Salmon Creek will 

be monitored to ensure conformance with the established minimum flow and 

adequacy of this flow to protect fisheries. This monitoring plan will be 

developed in consultation with the appropriate agencies. 

During the initial consultation, concern about rapid ramping rates 

during release from the low level outlet works at Salmon Creek Dam was 

expressed by representatives of ADEC, ADFG, and DNR. To minimize the chance 

that such releases will occur in the future, a procedure for testing the valve 

was deve loped by AELP in consu 1 tat; on wi th the agenc 1 es. A memorandum documenti 

ng the procedure was fi led wi th FERC on Jarluary 28, 1985; a copy is 

included in Appendix E-1. 

Amendment of the Applicant's existing water rights on Salmon Creek, 

in accordance with a recent application to ADNR, would permit the Applicant to 

route through the pens tock more of the water released from the reservoi r 

during high runoff periods. Thts would minimize scour, thereby protecting 

fish habitat.

TABLE E-3.1 

ESCAPEMENT COUNTS IN SALMON CREEK FOR 1940-1980 

Length of 

Year Date Chum 

Fish Observed 

Survey 

Pink (mi) 

1940 9/21 P P 

1951 7/20 150 0.2 

8/08 400 0.2 

8/18 1,470 500 0.2 

1952 8/02 P 0.2 

1953 8/01 P 0 0.2 

8/24 P 0 0.2 

8/28 P 0 0.2 

1954 7/20 150 

8/17 1,000 

1955 8/19 2,500 2.0 

1957 7/20 1,500 0.5 

9/10 2,500 

1958 8/22 1,000 225 

1959 8/05 1,500 0.2 

1960 8/12 1,175 30 0.6 

9/01 320 600 Length 

1961 7/25 500 Length 

1962 8/17 269 99 Length 

1963 8/08 325 Length 

1964 9/04 32 365 Length 

1965 8/18 200 Length 

1967 8/11 150 20 Length 

8/30 300 0.2 

1968 8/12 80 730(1) Length 

8/14 2,400(1) Length 

1969 8/12 70 280 Length 

8/28 8 347 Length 

1971 8/27 70 108 Length 

1972 8/01 170 Length 

8/11 50 Length 

9/08 211 Length 

1973 8/08 172 437 Length 

1974 8/14 20 150 Tidal 

1975 8/08 60 115 Length 

8/21 105 285 Length 

1976 7/29 85 0.3 

8/03 168 50 0.2 

8/17 44 0.2 

10/27 (25 cobo) 0.3

TABLE E-3.1 

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Length of 

Fish Observed 

Survey 

Year Date Chum Pink (mi) 

1977 7/22 38 Length 

8/03 475 630 1.0 

8/04 40(1) 825(1) 0.7 

8/10 130 2,300 Length 

1978 7/27 73 (1) 0.2 

8/03 74 0.1 

8/17 22 472(1) 0.3 

1979 7/23 61 19(1) 1.0 

8/07 3,589(1) 0.2 

8/21 3,760(1) 0.5 

1980 7/25 36 -- (I coho) 0.7 

8/20 300(1) 0.1 

8/21 14 496(1) 0.5 

P Indicates species present 

(1) Indicates intertidal count included 

Source: Reed and Armstrong, 1972; ADFG, Comm. Fish, 1981. 

(B0995B)

TABLE E-3.2 

WILDLIFE SPECIES ASSOCIATED WITH 

THE COASTAL SPRUCE/HEMLOCK VEGETATION TYPE 

MAMMALS (1 ) 

Masked shrew 

Dusky shrew 

Keen myotis bat 

Silver-haired bat 

Little brown bat 

Red squirrel 

Northern flying squirrel 

Deer mouse 

Northern bog lemming 

Red-backed vole 

Meadow vole 

Long-tailed vole 

Mountain goat 

Bushy-tailed wood rat 

Porcupine 

Coyote 

Gray wolf 

Black bear 

Brown bear 

Marten 

Short-tailed weasel 

Least weasel 

Wolverine 

Lynx 

Sitka black-tailed deer 

Great blue heron 

Goshawk 

Sharp-shinned hawk 

Red-tailed hawk 

Rough-legged hawk 

Golden eagle 

Bald eagle 

Peregrine falcon 

Merlin 

American kestrel 

Blue grouse 

Willow ptarmigan 

Rock ptarmigan 

Solitary sandpiper 

Band-tailed pigeon 

Mourning dove 

Screech owl 

Great horned owl 

Hawk owl 

Great gray owl 

Pygmy owl 

Boreal owl 

Black-capped chickadee 

Chestnut-backed chickadee 

Red-breasted nuthatch 

Brown creeper 

Winter wren 

American robin 

Varied thrush 

Hermit thrush 

Swainson's thrush 

Gray-checked thrush 

Golden-crowned kinglet 

Ruby-crowned kinglet 

Bohemian waxwing 

Northern shrike 

Starling 

Warbling vireo 

Orange-crowned warbler 

Yellow warbler 

Yellow-rumped warbler 

Townsend's warbler 

Northern water thrush 

MacGillvray's warbler

TABLE E-3.2 

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~(2) (continued) 

Saw-whet owl 

Common flicker 

Yellow-bellied sapsucker 

Black swift 

Vaux's swift 

Hairy woodpecker 

Downy woodpecker 

Hammond's flycatcher 

Northern three-toed woodpecker 

Alder flycatcher 

Western flycatcher 

Western wood pewee 

Olive-sided flycatcher 

all Swallow species 

Gray jay 

Steller's jay 

Black-billed magpie 

Common raven 

Northwestern crow 

Wilson's warbler 

American redstart 

Rusty blackbird 

Pine grosbeak 

Gray-crowned rosy finch 

Hoary redpoll 

Common redpoll 

Pine siskin 

Red crossbill 

White-winged crossbill 

Dark-eyed junco 

Tree sparrow 

Chipping sparrow 

Harris' sparrow 

White-crowned sparrow 

Golden-crowned sparrow 

Fox sparrow 

Lincoln's sparrow 

Song sparrow 

(1) Edited by S. Forrest Blau, Habitat Biologist, Alaska Department of Fish 

and Game, September 1978. 

(2) U.S. Forest Service and Alaska Departaent of Fish and Game, 1973. Birds 

of Southeast Alaska - A Checklist. 

Source: AELP (1982) 

(B099SB)

4.0 REPORT ON ARCHAEOLOGICAL AND HISTORICAL RESOURCES 

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Project (Project) is expected to have no effect on archaeological or 

historical resources in the Project vicinity since no new construction 1s 

planned. The Applicant began its assessment of archaeological and historical 

resources in January 1985 by contacti ng agenci es wi th juri sdi ction over such 

resources. Agencies contacted included the Alaska Department of Natural 

Resources (DNR), National Park Service (NPS), and U.S. Forest Service (USFS). 

Consultation with these agencies has continued during preparation of this 

application. Copies of agency letters are presented in Appendix E-l. 

The Project cons i sts of two separate deve 10pments, one at Annex 

Creek, a remote site on Taku Inlet, the other at Salmon Creek, a few miles out 

of downtown Juneau. Because the two deve lopments are si tuated in di fferent 

dra i nage bas ins and are complete 1 y independent, they wi 11 be discus sed separately. 


4.1.1 Historical and Archaeological Resources 

After reviewing a description of the Project and the draft license 

application, the State Historic Preservation Officer (SHPO) (see Appendix E-l) 

determined that without additional information, they could not determine 

whether the facilities at Annex Creek (which are listed on the Alaska Heritage 

Resources Survey as site No. JUN-175) are eligible for inclusion in the 

National Register of Historic Places. The SHPO also indicated that a Determination 

of Eligibility is not necessary unless major modifications to an 

existing facility are proposed. 


Article 44 of the May 16, 1983 order protects such significant 

historic resources as may exist in the Project vicinity. It requires, prior 

to any future constructi on at the Project, consu 1 tation wi th the SHPO about 

the need for cultural resources survey and salvage work. In addition, if any 

previously unrecorded archaeological or historical sites are discovered during 

construction, construction in the vicinity will be halted until implementation 

of appropriate measures for protection of the resource are determined in consultation 

with the SHPO. 


4.2.1 Historical and Archaeological Resources 

The Salmon Creek facilities were thoroughly investigated to determine 

their potential historical significance when application for Amendment of

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the Project license was made 1n 1983 (AELP. 1982>' Following the investigation, 

the SHPO concluded that the remains at Salmon Creek are not eligible for 

inclusion in the National Register of Historic Places (see Appendix E-l). 


Article 44 of the May 16, 1983 order protects historic resources as 

may exist in the Project vicinity (see Sectton 4.1.2).

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5.0 REPORT ON RECREATIONAL RESOURCES 


Project (Project) will not alter conditions with respect to recreational 

resources since neither new construction nor changes in operation are 

proposed. The App 1 i cant began 1 ts assessllent of recreationa 1 resources in 

January 1985 by contact; ng appropri ate agenci es inc 1 udi ng the Alaska Department 

of Natural Resources (DNR), U.S. National Park Service (NPS), U.S. Forest 

Service (USFS), and Clty and Borough of Juneau (CBJ). Many of these agencies 

sent representatives to a scoplng meeting held in Juneau on January 17, 1985 

to discuss agency interests with respect to the license application. (Copies 

of information submitted to agencies during the scoping process are included 

in Appendix E-1.) Consultation with these agencies has continued throughout 

the preparation of this application. 

The Project consi sts of two separate components t one located at 

Annex Creek, a remote site above Taku Inlet, and the other at Salmon Creek, 

located 2.5 miles outside of downtown Juneau. Slnce each is a completely 

separate component, each will be discussed separately. 



The Annex Creek Project area has no developed recreational facilities. 

The Project reservoir can only be reached by hlking along the penstock 

or by float plane. The nearest recreational faci 1 ity is Sheep Creek Trail 

which begins east of Thane and extends approximately 3 miles to the base of 

Power1ine Ridge. The USFS classification of Sheep Creek Trail changes from 

Level I to Level II as it continues to the Carlson Creek watershed, located 

approximately 2.5 miles southwest of Annex Lakes. Recreational facilities in 

the vicinity of Annex Creek are shown in Exhibit E-5. 


Since no developed public recreational facilities exist, no recreation 

participation data haye been collected at the Annex Creek site. 

According to AELP employees, very few people use the area for recreational 

purposes. During spring, which is typically a popular outdoor recreation 

season in the Juneau area, vis i bl1 i ty at the Annex Creek site is often very 

poor, which precludes flying to Upper Annex Lake Reservoir. During the 

wi nter, when the reservoi r ; s frozen, the area often experi ences MTaku" wi nds 

which can reach velocities of oyer 100 mph; these conditions also make it too 

hazardous to fly into the area

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other debris that would damage any permanent moorage facilities. In addition, 

the fishing at the reservoir is poor and significantly better recreational 

opportunities are available at other remote lakes in the area. 


The potent; a 1 recreational use of the Juneau area is projected to 

increase 3.6% annually based on a population growth rate of 3.6'1 for the CBJ 

between 1980 and 1981 (Juneau Area Recreation Plan, 1982). Current data indicate, 

however, that the population for the CBJ is increasing at a lower rate 

than projected in 1982. The area covered by this recreation plan includes the 

CBJ, in addition to Glass Peninsula and the northern portion of Admiralty 

Island located west of Stephens Passage. Lynn Canal north to Sullivan Island 

is also included. In 1979, a recreation survey was conducted throughout 

Juneau to determine residents' perceived recreational needs. Beachcombing, 

boating, and sports fishing consistently appear to the be the predominant outdoor 

recreationa 1 acti vi ti es in the Juneau area and there is every reason to 

expect this trend to continue. Potential participation in recreational activi 

ti es if opportuni ti es were ava i 1 ab 1 e is often termed "1 atent demand." Based 

on survey responses, the latent demand for recreational resources in the area 

is for more fishing (28'1), hiking (23'1), motorboating (21'1), and hunting (12'1) 

(Juneau Area Recreation Plan, 1982). 

Statistics are not available to calculate the potential increase of 

recreational use at the Annex Creek site. However, based on the information 

from AELP discussed above, the overall increase in recreation in the Juneau 

area has not greatl y affected the use of the Annex Creek site. The severe 

climate and remoteness of the site will most likely continue to limit the recreational 

use of this area. 

5.1.4 Agency Recommended Measures for 

Creating, Preserving or Enhancing 

Recreational Opportunities 

The CBJ Parks and Recreation Department recommends that the App1 i 

cant cont; nue to permi t pub 1 i c access to Upper Annex Lake Reservo; r for recreationa 

1 purposes. The NPS recommends that AELP consul t wi th the USFS wi th 

respect to the feasibility of establishing marine facilities (i.e., boat 

moorage) near the powerhouse on Taku Inlet. Agency correspondence is in 

Appendix E-l. 

5.1.5 Measures to Create, Preserve and 


In 1968, the 1 i censee of the Project, A-J Industri es, was ordered 

by the FPC to incorporate ; nits Recreation Use Plan provi s ions for recreational 

cabins at both the Annex Creek and Salmon Creek reservoirs. In 1973, 

the FPC modified the order and the licensee was exempted from this requirement 

due to the high cost of constructing the cabins at the remote Project site and

ecause of extensive vandalism previously experienced in both areas. 

of these FPC Notices are in Appendix E-S. 

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Copies 

Articles 32 and 33 of the current license pertain to the protection 

and maintenance of recreational facilities at Annex Creek and Salmon Creek. 

Construction and maintenance of recreational facilities found to be necessary 

and desirable, and reasonably consistent with the primary purpose of the Project 

are required by Article 32. Article 33 provides for free public access to 

Project waters and lands except when restrictions are necessary for safety. 

No porti on of the Annex Creek area has been des i gnated for study 

for inclusion in the National Wild and Scenic Rivers system nor has any portion 

been designated or recommended for designation as a wilderness area under 

the Wilderness Act. 

AELP will consu 1 t wi th the USFS regardi ng mari ne-ori ented facilities 

on Taku Inlet. Due to the severe weather in the area, the extreme tidal 

range, the debris carried down by the Taku River, the lack of protected 

harbors, and the high turbidity caused by inflows from the Taku River, provision 

of such facilities seems impractical. 



The recreational facilities located within the Salmon Creek Project 

area consist of Salmon Creek Trail which extends from the Lower Powerhouse to 

the reservoir. Five other hiking trails (Perseverance, Mt. Juneau, 

Mt. Roberts, Pt. Bishop, and Sheep Creek) are located in the vicinity of the 

Salmon Creek Component area, just outside the Salmon Creek watershed. These 

recreational facilities are shown in Exhibit E-S. 


AELP employees estimate that approximately 50 people per week walk 

up the Sa 1 mon Creek Tra i 1 to the reservoi r duri ng peak season, whi ch extends 

from May through September. The reservoi r, whi ch contai ns brook trout, sustains 

moderately heavy fishing pressure in the summer and was once a popular 

spot for ice fi shi ng (Reed and Armstrong, 1972), However, few now vi sit the 

site in wi nter because a 1 ternati ve wi nter acti viti es have recent 1 y increased 

in popularity in the Juneau area (e.g., downhill and cross-country skiing, 

snowmobiling). In addition, the Twin Lakes, located 0.05 mile from downtown 

Juneau, provide ice fishing opportunities in an area much more accessible than 

Salmon Creek Reservoir. 


The potential recreational use of the Juneau area is projected to 

increase 3.6% annually based on a population growth rate of the same magnitude

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according to the Juneau Area Recreation Plan (see Section 5.l.3). The 

increase in local population has apparently led to increased recreational use 

of the Salmon Creek facilities, a trend that is likely to continue as long as 

recreation is compatible with use of the Salmon Creek Reservoir for domestic 

water supply, as discussed in the following section. 

5.2.4 Agency Recommended Measures for Creating, 

Preserving or Enhancing Recreational Opportunities 

During agency consultation described in Section 5.1 above, the 

following measures or facilities were recommended for the purpose of enhancing 

recreational opportunities at the Salmon Creek site and for the safety of the 

public in its use of the surrounding lands and waters. Agency correspondence 

is in Appendix E-l. 

The CBJ Parks and Recreation Department reconnends that the Appl i 

cant provide yearly trail maintenance for hiking and cross-country skiing, 

trailhead signage that includes historical data, difficulty, and length of the 

trail, and parking for five to ten vehicles at the Salmon Creek trailhead. 

The NPS supports these recommendations and suggests there also be an opportuni 

ty for vi s i tors to regi ster when in the area and that information about 

recreational opportunities at Salmon Creek be made available to the public by 

AELP at its Juneau office. 

5.2.5 Measures to Create, Preserve and 


The Salmon Creek Trail will be maintained to provide safe access 

for the pub 1 i c duri ng the spri ng and summer months. Park i ng fac 11 i ti es for 

10 cars will be avai lable along with vi sitor use and regi stratlon information. 

The Applicant will also provide recreational information at the office 

of Alaska Electric Power and Light Company in Juneau. 

The articles of the current license which were designed to protect 

and maintain recreational facilities at the Project are discussed in Section 

5.1.5. 

No portion of the Salmon Creek area has been designated for study 

for inclusion in the National Wild and Scenic Rivers system nor has any portion 

been designated or recommended for designation as a wilderness area under 

the Wilderness Act.

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6.0 REPORT ON lAND MANAGEMENT AND AESTHETICS 

The Applicant proposes to continue operation of its existing hydroelectric 

generation facilities at Annex and Salmon creeks. Since neither new 

construction nor any change in operation is planned, the continued operation 

of the Annex Creek and Salmon Creek Hydroe 1 ectri c Project (Project) is not 

expected to affect 1 and management or aestheti cs. The App 1 i cant began ; ts 

assessment of potential impacts on land management and aesthetics in January 

1985 by contact; ng Federa 1, State, and local agenci es wi th juri sd i cti on over 

land management in the Project vicinity. (Copies of information submitted to 

agencies during the scoping process are included in Appendix E-1.) Agencies 

contacted inc 1 uded the Ci ty and Borough of Juneau (CBJ). Bureau of land Management 

(BlM), and U.S. Forest Service (USFS). 

The Project consists of two geographically separate components, one 

located at Annex Creek, a remote site tributary to Taku Inlet, and the other 

at Salmon Creek, located 3 miles outside of Juneau. Because each is a hydrologically 

and geographically separate component, each will be discussed separately. 


6.1.1 Existing land Uses and Aesthetics 

The Annex Creek Component is located in the Tongass National Forest 

under the jurisdiction of the USFS. The existing facllities are in a mountainous 

area approximately 10 miles northeast of Juneau. The following is a 

bri ef descri ption of the component I s features in re 1 ation to the surroundi ng 

env ironment. Photographs showi ng Annex Creek features along wi th a key map 

(Exhibit E-6) identifying their location are also included. 

The existing Annex Creek Dam is at the southeast end of Upper Annex 

Lake Reservoi r. Hater flows southeast from the upper lake outlet to create 

Lower Annex lake (Photo 1). The ex; sti ng 20-foot tillber buttress dam and 

264-acre reservoir (Photo 2) are surrounded by heavily vegetated forest lands; 

no other existing developments are within or near the vicinity of the Annex 

lakes. 

The Annex Creek Penstock extends 7,031 feet from Upper Annex lake 

Reservoir to the powerhouse, traversing a steep valley of dense forest dominated 

by western hemlock and Si tka spruce. The Annex Creek Powerhouse and 

SWitchyard are located on Taku Inlet at the base of the precipitous mountains. 

The power plant and several adjacent small permanent buildings are 

situated on the shore of a small cove of the inlet (Photo 3). The eXisting 

powerhouse building is the original structure built in 1915 and is of steel 

frame construction covered with corrugated galvanized steel. The Annex Creek 

Powerhouse discharges into a tailrace directly in front of the powerhouse. 

About 0.5 mi 1 e southwest of the powerhouse, the Annex Creek outl et cascades 

steeply into Taku Inlet.

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The Annex Creek Switchyard is located on the east end of the powerhouse. 

The 23-kV transmission lines extend from the switchyard, follow the 

southeast shore of Taku Inlet through a forested area and continue northwest 

acros s sparse 1 y vegetated, prec i pi tous mounta in ri dges into Thane. The tota 1 

distance is 12 miles (Photo 4). 

Land Use. Existing land use in the vicinity of the Project area is 

related to AELP's hydroelectric generation activities at Annex Creek. The 

existing facility is in Land Use Designation (LUD) II, defined by the USFS as 

lands "managed in a road1ess state to retain their wildland character II 

(Tongass Land Management P1 an 1979>' Lands adjacent to the Project on the 

north, south, and west are a 1 so in LUD I I. The porti on of 1 and d i rect1 yeast 

of Annex Creek is in USFS classification LUD III, which is managed by the USFS 

for a variety of uses with an emphasis on providing the greatest combination 

of land use benefits (Tongass Land Management Plan 1982). Locations of land 

use designations are shown in Exhibit E-7. More complete LUD definitions are 

in Appendix E-6. 

A National Forest Landscape Management Plan, prepared by the USFS, 

identifies the visual characteristics of the landscape and establishes Visual 

Quality Objectives (VQO) for maintaining scenic values and visual quality in 

the Tongass National Forest. The following is a brief description of the VQO 

data for Annex Creek. VQO designations are shown in Exhibit E-7. A more 

detailed explanation of the overall visual management system and definition of 

terms are in Appendix E-7. 

The Annex Creek watershed is located in a low sensitivity area (3); 

the landscape is common variety class (S) and not outstanding in visual quality; 

the area is under the "modification" (M) visual quality management objective 

which allows activities to visually dominate the original characteristic 

landscape. 

The portion of land along the west side of Taku Inlet where the 

powerhouse and a section of the penstock are located, is in a high sensitivity 

area (1); the landscape is viewed within a distance of 0 to 0.5 mile (fg); and 

is under the "Retention" (R) VQO, which provides for management activities 

that are not visually evident. 

Portions of Annex Creek and upper sections of the Annex Creek pipeline 

west of the Annex Lakes are in a high sensitivity area (1); the landscape 

is viewed within a distance of 0.5 to (3-5) miles (mg); and the area is under 

the "Partia1 Retention" (PR) VOO, which provides for activities that remain 

visually subordinate to the characteristic landscape (USFS, 1974). 


No wetlands or floodplains exist within or adjacent to the Project 

boundary of the Annex Creek Component, excepting the lacustrine system within 

the stream channel itself.

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6.1.3 Protection of Land Management. 

Aesthetics, and Recreational Values 

No new construction and no changes in operation are planned for the 

Annex Creek Component; therefore, the continued operation of the facility is 

not expected to affect land management, aesthetic or recreational values at 

the site. The land within the Annex Creek site is controlled and protected by 

the land management practices of the USFS and by Article 32 of the existing 

Project 1 i cense, whi ch requi res the constructi on and mai ntenance of recreational 

facilities found to be necessary, desirable, and reasonably consistent 

with the primary purpose of the Project. 

6.2 SALMON CREEK COMPOIENT 

6.2.1 Existing Land Uses and Aesthetics 

The Salmon Creek Project is located within the Juneau Townsite 

El imination from the Tongass National Forest. currently admini stered by the 

BLM. This land has been selected by the State and will be transferred to CBJ 

juri smiction after transfer to the State. The followi ng is a brief descri p 

tion of the component's features in relation to the surrounding environment. 

The location of the features is shown in the key photo map, Exhibit E-6. 

The Salmon Creek DaHl is located on the west end of Salmon Creek 

Reserv'oir. The 170-foot concrete arch dam and 20S-acre reservoi r are surrounded 

by mountainous timbered land dominated by coastal spruce/hemlock vegetation 

(Photo 5). 

The Upper Salmon Creek Penstock extends 4,475 feet west from the 

dam to the Upper Powerhouse, whi ch is the ori gi na 1 wooden structure comp 1 eted 

in 19'3. Just above the Upper Powerhouse, the penstock bifurcates permitting 

the water to be diverted to the Upper Powe'rhouse or to a penstock leading to 

the Lower Powerhouse (Photo 6). The Upper Powerhouse and appurtenant fac i 1- 

ities are situated at the upper end of Salmon Creek Valley in a small clearing 

surro ... ed by dense forest. A caretakers res i dence,. several uti 1 i ty bu i 1 d 

ings. tailrace, and abandoned flu.e and headworks surround the existing power 

plant. Approximately 2 miles of transmission line connects the Upper Powerhouse 

with the 23-kV switchyard located near the Lower Powerhouse. The access 

road begins at the Lower Powerhouse and follows the penstock to the Salmon 

Creek 'Upper Power Plant. 

The present Lower Powerhouse,. constructed in 1984, is adjacent to 

the foner powerhouse. which is now being used as a warehouse. Both structures 

.re located next to Egan Drive, a four-lane highway which runs along the 

east shore of Gastineau Channel. Three cottages adjacent to the former powerhouse 

.re presently used by AELP employees. The Salmon Creek Powerhouse discharge 

crosses under Egan Drive in conduits and flows into Gastineau Channel 

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north of the Lower Powerhouse and a short i nterti e 1i ne runs from the powerhouse 

to the switchyard. 

Land Use. Ex; st; ng 1 and use along the Sa 1 mon Creek road-pi pe 1 i ne ali gnment 

and wi thi n the Salmon Creek Reservoi r is all re 1 ated to AELP I s hydroelectric 

generation activities. No other development occurs in or near the 

vicinity of the upper portion of the Salmon Creek Project, with the exception 

of the existing Salmon Creek Trail. The lower portions of Salmon Creek Valley 

are zoned for commercial, industrial and residential development. Actually, 

the zon1 ng areas are "open-ended II and extend up the dra i nage to the towns i te 

boundary; however, de facto app 1i ca t i on of zon i ng 1 s genera 11 y 1 i mi ted to 

those developable portions of the lower drainage (AELP, 1982). 

The Lower Salmon Creek Powerhouse is located in an area zoned for 

commercial development. The district south of the power plant is zoned for 

multi-family residential development; the district to the north is zoned for 

single residential development (Exhibit E-2>. A more complete definition of 

each zoning district is in Appendix E-8. 


There are wetl ands borderi ng Gasti neau Channe lover a mi 1 e northwest 

of the Project boundary t but the conti nued operation of the PrOject is 

not expected to have any impacts on these areas. Certification of consistency 

with the Alaska Coastal Management Program and a copy of the Coastal Project 

Questionnaire, requested by the Alaska Office of Management and Budget, Division 

of Governmental Coordination, are included as Appendix E-9. 

The floodplain at the mouth of Salmon Creek between the beach at 

Gastineau Channel and El 1400 (Exhibit E-2) has been defined by the Alaska 

District, Corps of Engineers and is described as follows: 

liThe Corps of Engineers est"imates an Intermediate 

Regional Flood (IRF) would discharge 3,200 cfs, with 

the water level reaching an elevation of 7 m (23 ft.) 

above the Glacier Highway Bridge, and 7.8 m (25.5 ft.) 

at a poi nt 180 m (600 ft.) upstream from the bri dge. 

An IRF is a flood which, based on statistical analysis 

of past hydro10gi c records, is expected to occur once 

every 100 years, or which has the probability of occurrence 

of 1 percent each year. Within the defined 

floodplain, a 15 m (50 ft.) wide buffer on each side of 

the stream is recommended for adequate flood protection 

(U.S. Corps of Engineers, 1969).11 

6.2.3 Protection of Land Management, 

Aesthetics, and Recreational Values 

No new construction and no changes in operation are planned for the 

Salmon Creek Component; therefore, the continued operation of the facility ;s

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not expected to affect land management or aesthetic and recreational values at 

the s; te. The 1 and wi th; n the Salmon Creek. Component area is contro 11 ed and 

protected by the land management practices of the BLM and by Article 32 discussed 

in Section 6.1.3.

Photo 1 

Upper .~d Lower Annex Lake. 

Photo 2 

Annex Creek Dam

Photo 3 

Annex Creek Powerbouae 

Photo 4 Annex Cr~.k Tranaai •• ion Line and Right-o~~.y

Photo 5 

Salmon Creek Dam 

Photo 6 

Upper Salmon Creek Powerhouse and Penstock

Photo 7 

Salmon Creek Lower Powerhouse and Subatation

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7.0 LIST OF LITERATURE 

Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation, 1978. Title 18. Environmental 

Conservation, Chapter 80, Drinking Water. 

Water Quality Stan 

Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation, 1979. 

dards, Alaska Water Pollution Control Program. 

Alaska Electric Light and Power Co., FERC Application for Amendment to License 

for Major Project - Existing Dam, Salmon Creek Project, FERC No. 2307, May 

1982. 

Alaska Department of Fi sh and Game, 

1973. 

Alaska I s Wi 1 dl i fe and Habi tat, January 

Envi rona i d, 1979. Sa 1 mon Creek - Potent i a 1 as a water source for an NSRAA 

hatchery. Prepared for NSRAA. (Unpublished). 

Pautzke, C. F., Memo to Project Review Coordinator, Office of Assistant Secretary 

Holum, circa 1963. 

Juneau Area Recrea- 

State of Alaska, Department of Natural Resources, 1982. 

tion Plan. 

U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, 1980a. 

for antimony. EPA 440/5-80-020. 

U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, 1980b. 

for arsenic, EPA 440/4-80-221. 

U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, 1980c. 

for cadmium, EPA 440/5-80-025. 

U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, 1980d. 

for silver, EPA 440/5-80-071. 

U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, 1980e. 

for zinc, EPA 440/5-80-079. 

Ambient water quality criteria 





U.S. Forest Service, 1982. Tongass National Forest Land Management Plan, Land 

Use Designations, U.S. Government Printing Office, 596-336. 

u.S. Geological Survey, 1969. 

Hydrological data of the Juneau Borough, Alaska. 

U.S. Geological Survey, 1974. Hydrologic investigations of Salmon Creek Reservoir 

and drainage basin near Juneau, Alaska. 

(B0678B)

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Plannln9 Department. 

2. Floodplain Data Source - AELP FERC Application 

For Amendment To Licem,e For Major Project 

Exi1linO Dam, Salmon Creek Project, May 1982. 

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JUNEAU, ALASKA 

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1. SCOPING PROCESS 

APPENDIX E-1 

AGENCY CONSULTATION 

As discussed in Exhibit E, Section 1.1, formal consultation was 

initiated on January 9, 1985 with letters sent to resource agencies informing 

them of the scoping meeting held on January 17, 1985. The following material 

includes: letters sent to the agencies regarding the scoping meeting; materials 

distributed dur'ing and after the meeting; the information packet; and 

agency comment letters related to the relicenslng effort of the Project during 

early agency consultation. The information is arranged numerically by letter 

date; the agencies include: 

Alaska Electric Light and Power Company (AELP) 

Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) 

Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation 

Alaska Power Administration 


National Marine Fisheries Service 

U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service 

Alaska Department of Fish and Game 

Alaska Department of Natural Resources 

Alaska Public Utilities Commission 

Alaska Department of Natural Resources - Division of Forestry 

Department of the Army Corps of Engineers 

United States Forest Service 

United States Bureau of Land Management 

Alaska National Park Service 

Southeast Regional Office - Office of Management and Budgetl 

Division of GovernMental Coordination 

Alaska Department of Natural Resources - Parks and Recreation 

Department 

Alaska Department of Natural Resources - Division of Land and 

Water Management 

United States Depart~nt of the Interior - National Park Service 

2. DRAFT APPLICATION FOR NEW lICENSE FOR THE 

ANNEX CREEK AND SALMON CREEK HYDROELECTRIC PROJECT 

The Draft App 1 i cation for New License for the Annex Creek and 

Salmon Creek Hydroelectric Project was sent to the agencies on June 21, 1985. 

The following contains agency comment letters responding to the draft application 

and to other environmental issues related to the Project. The following 

agencies provided letters; copies of the letters begin on the next page.

Alaska Department of Natural Resources - Division of Land and 

Water Management 


Alaska Department of Natural Resources - Division of Parks 

and Outdoor Recreation 

Alaska Office of the Governor - Office of Management and Budget 

Division of Governmental Coordination 

Department of the Army Corps of Engineers 


United States Fish and Wildlife Service 

United States Department of the Interior - Bureau of 

Land Management 

United States Department of Agriculture - Forest Service 

E-l-l

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ALAS&CA ELECTRIC LIGHT AND POWER CO. 

134 N. FRANKLIN STREET t 

JUNEAU. 

(907) 586·2222 

ALASKA DDBOI 

February 15, 1983 

Mr. Kenneth F. Plumb 

Secretary 

Federal Energy Regulatory Commission 

825 North Capitol street N.E. 

Washington D. C. 20426 

Attention: 

Subject: 

Director of Office of Electric Power Regulations 

Request for Exempt Annex Creek Development 

FERC'Project No. 2307 

Gentlemen: 

In accordance with prov~s~ons of Paragraph 12.3 of Part 

12, Sub. Chapter B of Chapter 1 Title 18 Code of Federal 

Regulations request is hereby made to exempt the Annex Creek 

Development from the requirement of inspection by an independent 

consultant as required by Part 12 of 18CFR. 

The dam of Annex Creek Development is only 20 feet high 

and is considered being low hazard potential as defined by 

Corps of Engineers. This low hazard classification is in 

accordance with Table 2 Subparagraph 2.1.2 Paragraph 222.8 

Title 33 Code of Federal Regulations dated July 1, 1981. The 

hazard as classified in Table 2 pertains to loss of human 

lif~ or property damage in area down stream of dam in the 

event of failure of the dam. There will be no loss of life 

as no permanent structures for human habitation is in existance 

below Annex Creek Dam, nor would there be any property damage 

in case of failure of the dam. 

Very truly yours, 


Manager 

Copy to: 

~-JAC/ak 

Regional Engineer, San Francisco 

All Ec/ual OpPoTtunit]1 E11lplo.lIcr

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WASHINGTON 20426 

IN RE~LY REP'EA TO. 

OEPR-DIHLA 

Project No. 2307-Alaska 

Alaska Electric Light and Power 

Company 

Mr. William A. Corbus 

Manager 


Company 



Dear Mr. Corbus: . 

This is in reply to your letter of February 15, 1983, requesting 

an exemption from the requirements of Subpart D, Part 12 of the 

Commission's Regulations for the Annex Creek Development of the 

Salmon Creek and Annex Creek Project No. 2307. 

Based on the information contained in your letter, I am 

granting the requested exemption from the requirements for an 

inspection by an independent consultant for the Annex Creek 

Development of Project No. 2307. 

Sincerely, 

~U.~ 

Ronald A. Corso 

Acting Director, Division of 

Inspections and HydrO-License 

Administration

ANNEX CREEK/SALMON CREEK HYDROELECTRIC PROJECT 

FERC NO. 2307 

INFORMATION PACKET FOR 

PREFILING CONSULTATION - INITIAL MEETING 


Introduction 

This packet of information has been prepared to initiate the formal 

prefiling consultation required by regulations of the Federal Energy Regulatory 

Commission (FERC) for relicensing of the Annex Creek/Salmon Creek Project 

(Project) and has been sent to all agencies listed in Attachment A. 

Following the scoping meeting, agencies with jurisdiction over 

resources or expressing interest in the relicensing will be contacted for 

additional information and discussion. Our goal is to address and resolve all 

issues prior to completion of the draft license application, which will be 

submitted to all of the agencies listed in Attachment A. Agencies will have 

60 days to comment on the draft application. The application will be finalized 

and filed with FERC by August 31, 1985. 

Project Description 

The Project includes existing developments at both Salmon and Annex 

Creeks. Locations of the facilities are shown in Fig. 1. 

The Salmon Creek facility consists of a l65-foot concrete arch dam 

which forms a reservoir with a maximum capacity of 19,000 acre-feet. Water 

from Salmon Creek Dam is conveyed downstream to the Upper Powerhouse by a 

4,477-foot-long steel pipe. Before reaching the powerhouse the penstock 

divides into a wye branch which diverts the water either to the Upper Powerhouse 

or to another penstock leading to the Lower Powerhouse. This flow is 

controlled by two butterfly valves. The Upper Powerhouse contains two 2,500- 

horsepower impulse wheels directly connected to a 1,400-kW generator. The 

rehabilitation of the Lower Salmon Creek Hydroelectric Facility that was completed 

in December 1984 will provide an additional 2.8 MW of capacity and an 

estimated 15,000,000 kWh annually. 

The Annex Creek facility consists of a 20-foot timber crib dam 

located at Annex Lake outlet. A l,420-foot-long t.unnel has been driven into 

the lake, which provides a drawdown of 150 feet and 22,000 acre-feet of storage. 

At the tunnel outletk a 34-inch pipe is used to control the water 

supply. The penstock is a riveted steel pipe and is 7,273 feet long. Annex 

Creek Powerhouse contains two units, each consisting of a 2, SOO-horsepower 

impulse wheel, connected to a l,750-kVA generator. A 23-kV transmission line 

extends 12.4 miles between Annex Creek and Thane.

Page 2 

Attachment B provides a brief chronology of the project since issuance 

of the FERC license in 1963. As can be readily seen, since the license 

was transferred to AELP, AELP has maintained responsible stewardship of the 

project, rehabilitating the Salmon Creek facilities and cooperating with local 

authorities to facilitate other uses to the extent that hydropower operation 

is not impaired by such use. 

Resource Management 

The Project is classified as a major project/existing dam. The 

application for new license, which AELP is required to file three years before 

its existing license expires, must include an assessment of the existing 

environment and impacts of the proposed relicensing at the level of detail 

specified in Section 4.51 of 18 CFR. 

Issues that have been identified and discussed in previous agency 

consultation during licensing and amendment proceedings include fish and wildlife/water 

rights, cultural resource preservation, and recreation. Establishment 

of a minimum flow in Salmon Creek for protection of fish and wildlife is 

currently underway as part of the related water rights amendment proceeding; 

it is anticipated that agreement will be reached prior to the completion of 

the application for new license. Existing lice'nse articles (Attachment C) 

provide for protection of these aspects of the environment. 

Please let us know if you have any other concerns and feel that 

there are other issues that should be addressed in the license application. 

Following the January 17 meeting, additional information will be sent to agencies 

with jurisdiction over resources and identified issues. 

Primary contacts for this project are David Stone (AELP, 907/586- 

2222) and Nan Nalder (R. W. Beck and Associates, Inc., 206/622-5000). Specific 

issues will be addressed by specialists on the R. W. Beck staff, who will 

be contacting agencies directly: David Hoopes (fish and wildlife, water 

rights), Jim Rutherford (engineering), and Sylvia Burges (license application).

Mr. Robert W. McVey 

United States Dept. of Comm.rce 

National Harine Fisheries Serv. 

P.O. Box.l668 

Juneau, AX 99802 

fltO'7/ S"-1240 

~tt. 

Chip Dennerlein' 

State of Alaska 

Dept. of Natural Resources 

619 Warehouse Dr. Suite 210 

Anchorage, AX 99501 

Of""'/ 271.- Z"~3 

~~. John B. Farleigh 

oAK Public Utilities Commission 

1100 MacKay Bldg- 

338 Denali St. 

Anchorage, AX 99501 

'01/ "27'- - ~22 2.. 

Mr. Richard Reed 


Depart. of Fish , Game 

230 S. Franklin 


'01/..,' 5 - .q2.ctO 

Oi e.n 

l-1r. Waine E. 'f!iieu 

U.S. Dept. of the Interior 

Fi~ and Wildlife Serv. 

P.O. Box 1287 


qo-r I Sf" -12.41 0 

Mr. Robert J. Cross 

Dept. of Energy 

AX Power Administration 

P.C.Box 50 


q07/5f~- 1

ATTACHMENT B 

PROJECT CHRONOLOGY 




March 23, 1973 

May 16, 1983 

July 23, 1984 

September 28, 1984 

November 1, 1984 


Project license issued by the Federal Power Commission 

(FPC). The Annex Creek/Salmon Creek permit to operate 

was originally issued by the Secretary of the Department 

of the Interior in 1918. In 1963 the continued 

operation of the Project was authorized in the license 

issued to Alaska-Juneau (A-J) Industries by the FPC. 

The license was issued on the condition that A-J 

Industries rehabilitate both dams. The required modifications 

were completed by 1967. 

The FPC accepted A-J Industries' proposed modifications 

to FPC's license renewal requirments. 

The FPC approved the as-built construction drawings of 

the rehabilitation of both Annex Creek and Salmon Creek 

facilities. A-J Industries prepared and submitted the 

drawings. 

AnneX/Salmon Creek license was transferred from A-J 

Industries to Alaska Electric Light and Power Company 

(AELP). 


FPC) granted AELP a license amendment to rehabilitate 

the Salmon Creek Project. 

FERC granted a further amendment to the license to 

provide for the construction of a new powerhouse and 

change the penstock arrangement at Salmon Creek. 

FERC approved AELP I S amendment concerning a change in 

the maximum water level allowed to'flow through Salmon 

Creek Dam to mitigate concerns of dam stability under 

full water conditions. 

FERC approved AELP I S request to grant an easement for 

the construction and operation of a water treatment 

facility by the City and Borough of Juneau, Alaska. 

New powerhouse on Salmon Creek went on-line.

ATTACHMENT C 

LICENSE ARTICLES PROTEcrx.G THE ENVIRONMENT 

Fish and Wildlife Resources 

Fish and wildlife resources are protected by Articles 28 and 29 of 

the license issued in October 1963. Article 28 requires that the licensee 

construct, maintain, and operate faeilitiea for conservation and development 

of fish and wildlife resources that are recommended by resource agencies and 

determined to be necessary, desirable, and consistent with the purpose of the 

Project and the act. Modification of Project structure or operation may similarly 

be required under Article 28. Article 29 requires that the licensee 

permit construction and operation on Project lands of Federal fish and wildlife 

facilities. 

Protection of water quality 8.DIl fish habitat is accomplished by 

Articles 41 and 45. Article 41 (of the 1963 license) requires that erosion 

and siltation due to Project construction and operation be minimized. Article 

45, contained in the May 16, 1983 order, requires consultation with 

resource agencies in development of a plan to minimize erosion, sedimentation, 

water pollution and slope stability probleas. 

Recreation 

Construction and maintenance of recreational facilities found to be 

necessary and desirable, and reasonably consistent with the primary purpose of 

the Project is required by Article 32. Article 33 provides for free access 

for the the public to Project waters and lands except when restrictions are 

necessary for safety. 

Archaeological and Historical Resources 

Article 44 of the May 16, 1983 order protects such significant 

historic resources as may exist in the Project vicinity. It requires, prior 

to any future construction at the Project, consultation with the State Historic 

Preservation Officer (SHPO) about the need for cultural resources survey 

and salvage work. In addition, if any previously unrecorded archaeological or 

historical sites are discovered during construction, construction in the 

vicinity will be halted until implementation of appropriate measures for protection 

of the resource as determined in consultation with the SHPO.

AGENDA 


Annex Creek/Salmon Creek Project 

Relicensing of 

FERC Project No. 2307 

Agency Scoping Meeting 

AELP Conference Room, 134 H. Franklin Street 

2:00 p.m. 

Welcome - 

Introduction of AELP 

and R. W. Beck Staff 

William A. Corbus, !ELP 

Relicensing 

Project Chronology 

Project Facilities 

Resource Management 

Schedule and Closing Remarks 

Nan A. Nalder, Beck 

David Stone, AELP 

James H. Rutherford, Beck 

Sylvia E. Burges, Beck 

Nan A. Nalder, Beck 

For future information regarding the application for relicensing contact: 

R. W. Beck and Associates, Inc. 

Tower Building 

7th Avenue @ Olive Way 

Seattle, Washington 98101 

206/622-5000

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1068 FEDERAL POWER COMMISSION 

'tiona tor luppreulon. aDd .upprell Area on the laDd. to be occupied or UIecl 

UDder the Uceue. The Ucensee gall be Uable for and pQ' the coata Incurred 

b, the UDitecI Statu In auppreulDC Ar .. eaU184 from the con.tnu:tlon. oper 

.. tlon. or maintenance of the project worb or of the work appurtenaDt or 

.accellOl'1 thereto under the Ucense. 

Article U. 'lbe Licensee shall coDsult with Forest SelTice represeDtatlTea 

ad within one ,ear from the effective date of this license, submit revlaed 

ExhIbits F. J and K to define the final project boundary and area In ae 

-c:ordaDce with the rules aDd regulatloDS of the Commission. 

Article n. The Llcenaee sball conault wltb Forest Service represeDtaUvea 

ad aball wlthlD one ;year trom the date of lsauaDce of thl. UceDse submit 

tor CommlssloD approval, a plaD for relocatinc the exlsUnc traDSmlsslon une 

DOW located on the north side of Glacier Highway in the vlclnlty of the 

I'oreat Senlee Juneau AdmlDlstration Slte. . ;( 

Arlie', '8. The Llcenaee sball, for the conservation and development of 

lab aDd wUWe resources, CODStrUCt, malDtaln. and operate, or arrance for 

the mDitrucdon, maintenance and operaUon of such taclllties aDd compi; 

'WIth IUcb reasonable modifications of the project structures aDd operatioDl, 

... JDQ' be ordered by the Commission upon Its own motion or upon recom 

..mendatloDB of the Secretaf7 of th·e Interior or the Alaska DepartmeDt· of 

.J'isb aDd Game, after noUce aDd opportunity tor bearlDc and upon ADdlnp 

based OD substantial evidence that such facl11Ues and modUlcations are neceear7 

and desirable. reasoDably consistent with the primaf7 purpose of the 

J)I"Oject and mnslstent with the provlsloDS of the Act. : 

Arlic16 U. Whenever the United States shall desire, In conDection with 

the project, to CODStruCt fish aDd wildlife taclllties or to Improve the exhtlDc 

fish and wlldUfe faciUUes at Its expeD&e. the Licensee shall permit th. 

Unlted States or ita desicnated agency to use, tree of cost, such of LlceDlee'. 

!ana aDd Interests In lands, reservoirs, waterways and project works as IDA1 

be re8aouab17 required to complete such fish facillties or such Improvementa. 

thereof. In addition, after noUce aDd opportUDltJ tor bearlDC the LlceDMI 

:shall DOW, the project operation as ma, be prescribed b, the CommlsslOD, 

eoDSlateDt with the prlmaf7 purpose of the project, ID order to permit the .' 

malatenaDee and operatioD of the fish and wlldllfe facUlties conatructe4 or . 

improved b, the United States UDder the provision of this arUcle. 'l'hll ;:.' 

artIde shall not be Interpreted to place an, obUgation on the United Statll· S~ . 

to mnstruc:t or Improve fish· baDdlinc taclUties or to relieve the Llcensee of .. ~:. 

aD1 obligation under this uceose.·:lf·.'b.r~~ 

. Arl"'le 3(1. The LlceDsee sball Install additional capaclt, or make otJa.).~~. 

dwlges 1D lbe project 0.8 directed by the Commlsslo~~ to the extent that J& .• :~ 

1. ecGnomieaU, sound and In the publlc IDterest to do so. after DOUce ... 

-opportuDltJ tor bearlnc. ' ,; 

Ar'tcle '1. The Licensee shall. after DOUce and opportuDlty for 1,1.,. ...... _,. 

-eoordluate the operaUoD of the project, electricalll' and hydrauUcall" 

ncb other power Q'stems and ID Buch manner as the CommllSlon ma, 

In lbe .nterest of power aDd other beneftclal publlc usea of water ...... ao'D'rce. ~~' 

and on sucb conditions conc&rnlDC the equitable sharina: of benefits bl 

Licensee al the CommluloD may order. 

ArrfcJc a:. Tbe Llcen," Iball collatruet. maln""D 1114 optrate 

.rnuH~l.' j .il' Oi" ("i}lu;:t,~II"'hlr\ hlnltlhmDJletl And ol~r.thm of lucb rec'l'IItlOI.; 

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FEDERAL POWER COMMISSION 1069 

utIllU... U lOa, be preeerlbe4 bereaftor b, lhe CommluloD durin, tile term 

of thl. license upon Ita own motion or upon the recommendation of the Secretal7 

ot the Interior or Interested State apncle., after notice and opportunltJ 

for bearlD' and upon aDdlnll baaed upon lub.tanUal evidence that lUcia 

facUlties are Deceua.ry and dealrable. aDd reasoDab17 CODalateDt with the 

primaf7 purpose of the project.: The Llce .. ee Iball within one l'e&f trom 

the date of lsauanct, ot the llcense. ftle with the Commission for approval 

Its proposed recreaUonal use plan tor the project. The plan shall be prepared 

after coDllultatlon with appropriate Federal, State and loc:al Icenda, aDd 

aball Include reCreAtional Improvements wbich may be provided by others In 

addition to the ImprovemeDts the Licensee plana to provide. 

Arlic'e '3. So far u Is coDSIstcnt with proper operation of the project 

the LlcelUiee ahall allow the p~bllc tree accesa, to a reasonable extent, to 

project waters and adjacent project landa owned by the Licensee tor the purpose 

of tull pubUc utlll&atlon of such landa and waters tor navlcaUon and. 

recreaUonal purposes, lDcludinc fiahlnl' aDd bunUDl', and gall allow to • 

reasoDable atent tor ncb purposes the conatruction of acce81 roada, wbalT .... 

IaDdlnp, and other faclllties on Ita lands the OCCUpaDq of wblch mar 1D ap. 

propriate circumstances be .ubject to paJ'JDent of rent to the Llcensee In a 

reasonable amount: Provided, that the Llcensee ma)' reserve trom pubUC" 

access. such portions of the project waters. adjaceDt lands, and project faeWtles 

as may be necessaf7 tor the protectlon ot Ute, health, aDd property and 

Provided further, that the LlceDsee's consent to the coDStruction of acceaa. 

roads, wbanes. laDdiDCS and other faclllUes sball not, without Its expressagreement, 

place upon the Licensee any obUgation to CODStruct or maintain 

BUch facllltlea. Tbese taciUties are In addition to the taciUties that the 

Licensee ma,. COlUitruct and maintain U required b)' the Ucenae. 

Arl""e 34. The Llceosee shall pay to tbe UDlted States the tollowlnc an 

Dual charl'es, effecUve as of Januaf7 1. 1964: 

(1) For the purpose of relmburslDI' the UDlted States for the costa ot 

admlDlstraUon of Part I of the Act, ODe (1) cent on tbe authorized Installed 

capacity (12.100 borsepower) plus two aDd one-half (2-1/2) cents per 1,000- 

kilowatt-hours of cr088 energy generated during the calendar ,.ear for which 

the charce Is made; or such other amouDts as may hereafter be determlDect 

.. Decessaf7 to reimburse the United States tor the costs of admlDlstraUon. 

(11) For the purpose of recompelUilng the United States tor the tIBe. occupaDCY 

and eDjoyment of Its laDda exclusive of those used for transmlasloD 

Une rl,bt-of-wa:r an amouDt to be bereafter determined bl' the CommluloD. 

(Ill) For the purpose of recompenslDC the United States for the tIBe, occupaDe,' 

and enjoyment ot Ita landa for transmlssioD line rll'ht-of-wal' pUrpo&el 

ODl,r, an amouDt to be hereafter determined by the Commission. 

Arl""e 35. Licensee gall repair and modlf,. the SalmoD Creek and .A.Jmex 

Creek developments to make the atructuree sate and adequate and restore 

the tollowlDI' scbedule, the period to be&ln aa ot the effectlve date ot the 

Ucense: 

,",,, 1" ear 

1. Installation ot alr venl In blowoU Une at ouUet of ADDU Creek Dam. 

2. Inltlatlon of a prorram tor the repair and modlflcaUon of the pDeraUDC 

equtpmeQt ID4 IppUfteant 'ldUU. ot ~e Salmon Creek A4 Anael Creek 

dfYclQpmeutl, 

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1070 FEDERAL POWER COIOU8810N 

.Been. y,.,. 

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L Gaeral cleanap .round Salmon Creek dam .nd Ia and around Salmon 

~ BuerYoir. . ' . . • . 

J. lea .. dowutream face of 1a1l .. 08 C .... k d .... 

I. Replacement of sapports for 8almon Creek penstock No. L 

4. IDltl.Uoa ot tile rehabilitation ot the 8almon Creek laml. 

I. CoatillaatloA. of the prolram tor thl ... palr and modUlcatio. ot lIa 

-entin, equipmeDt. 

'2'~fnI Year 

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L Drlll and &Tout Salmon Creek dam. 

2. Repair aaddle dame at Upper Annex Creek Lake. 

a. Replacement ot supports for Salmon Creek penstock No. L 

4. Continuation of the reh.bllltation of the S.lmon Creek 8ume. 

G. Clean and paint "alves of outlet at Annex Creek dam. . 

.. Qontlauatlon of the procram for the repair and modlflcatlon 

-eratlnl equlp~ent. 

101111" Y IGr 

L GUDlte and waterproof upstream face ot Salmoa Creek dam. 

2. CoDtlnuation ot the rehabl11tatlon ot the Sahuon Creek 8ume •. 

- a. Check the plate thickness ot "all penstocks. .';. '1, 

1'1'~ Year 

L Bepalr tailrace concrete at Annex Creek power plant. , ........ 

2. Completion ot the rehablUtation of the Salmon Creek 8ume. " .',_ .. 

Arlkl. 36. Licensee sball maintain the Salmon Creek reservoir at a 'le,ei 

'Dot creater than ele'fatlon 1.140 feet Until such time as the repairs and modi 

Jlcatlou to the Salmon Creek Arch dam are completed .nd approved b, the 

Commtuton. . . . '. . .. ,:r 

. Ar1kle 37. Licensee shall submit a seml·annual report ahowlnl the pro,- 

ft8I of CQostructlon pertormed pursuant to Article 35. . .. 1~ 

Article 38. . Licensee shall prior to commencenlent ot concrete repal~' • .ui 

,II'OUtJDC ot the Salmon Creek dam as outlined III ArUclo 35 above, submit 

-detailed plans aDd speclflcatlons for these rel)alra. tOlether \\'Ith plans for 

lowerlnc the reservoir level durinc Iroutlnc operations.. ,. ',' '," ,.;- 

:' Article 39. The Licensee shall make provisions at the Salmon Creek' dalD~' !"., 

10r measuremeDt ot the deflection ot the Cl'own ot the dam .t Its .crest; ~ -.;g . 

.IDJte mODthly. readings ot themeasurement8 tocether with a1multaneoDl'~~":: 

.readinp of the water surface elevation and "'ater and air, temperatures.. 

Licensee shall also submit an annual report of such mea,ureUlents and· 

with respect to the condition ut the repair. a8 IJrescr}bed In ArUc" 35 •. ,!.,\,) 

ArUclc to. No lease ot the project or an, pa.rt thereot whereb, the l~ 

Is craDted tbe OCCUpaDCJ', J)()88eSSIOD, or use of the project works, 01' .UT pate 

lDII topther with a report on the overall condition ot the dam, partlC1lla.rl.r 

thereof. shaU be m'1(le without prlor written apIJrova.l ot the CollDm.lultoD~;: 

aDd tbe Commission lOa,. It In Its judgment the situation warrants. 

that all tbe l"ODdltloJ1s ot tbe license. ot the Act, and ot the ruleS and 

. latlons ot the CommlRt;lon shall be apPUt'ahle to suc:li propertJ BO . 

the .. me extent as It the lessee were the, LlcenN'e: Provided. that the 

11011 of this arUcle ahnll nnt appl.r to lr31CS

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EXHIBIT A-1 

R. W. BECK AND ASSOCIATES. INC. 

APPLICATION FOR RELICENSING OF THE 

ANNEX CREEK/SALMON CREEK HYDROELECTRIC PROJECT 

PROJECT SCHEDULE· 

TASK 

1. Obtain Existing Project Data and Visit Site 

2. Initiate Agency Con.ultation with AELP 

3. Prepare Draft License Application 

4. Conduct Formal Agency Con.ultatlon 

with AELP 

5. Prepare and File Application 

-~8 

W Late.t date 

I for filing 

: with FERC 

NOTES 

• Propo.ed Schedule a •• um •• Notice to Proceed 

received by Jan. 1. 1885 

1. Notice to Proceed 

2. Provide Con.ultatlon Package to AELP to Man to Agencle. (Jan. 7. 1886) 

3. Scoplng Meeting with Re.ource Agencle. (Jan. 17; 1885) 

4. Provide Draft to AELP (Mar. 15. 1885) 

5. Provide Draft to Agencle. (Mar. 28, 1885) 

8. Agency Comment. Due (May 28. 1885) 

7. Provide Final Llcen.e Application Document to AB.P 

for Filing with the FERC (June 28. 1885)

MEETING NOTES 

ANNEX CREEK/SALMON CREEK PROJECT 

FERC PROJECT NO. 2307 

RELICENSING 

PREFILING CONSULTATION 

January 17, 1985 - 2:00 p.m. 

AELP Conference Room, 


Juneau, Alaska 

By: 

David T. Hoopes 

Participants 

N. L. Pat Teague 

Don Shira 

Duane Peterson 

Bruce Hoffman 

Andrew Grossman 

Rick Reed 

Janet Hall 

Corry Hildenbrand 

Bill Corbus 

David Stone 

Nan Nalder 

Sylvia Burges 

Jim Rutherford 

David Hoopes 


155 S. Seward 


(907) 586-5241 


Post Office Box 50 


(907) 586-7405 



(907) 586-7235 

Alaska Department of Environmental 

Conservation 

S. E. Regional Office 

(907) 789-3151 

U. S. Fish and Wildlife Service 


(907) 586-7240 



Douglas, Alaska 

(907) 465-4290 

Alaska Electric Light and Power (AELP) 

R. W. Beck and Associates, Inc. (Beck)

Page 2 

Purpose 

To initiate prefiling consultation with resource agencies as part 

of the application to FERC for relicensing of the Project. 

Summary of Discussion 

William A. Corbus, AELP Manager, began the meeting by introducting 

his staff and the Beck personnel present. 

Nan Nalder, Beck, began her discussion of the relicensing process 

by describing her FERC background, including preparation of the "Bluebook" 

description of FERC procedures and drafting some of the regulations now in 

effect. She noted that FERC does not have a clear set of guidelines for 

relicensing, but that the requirements are variously addressed in the Federal 

Power Act. Beck will document how the Project relates to existing laws and 

regulations pertaining to dams. The application for relicensing will propose 

no new modifications or changes of the Project as it is now licensed other 

than minor changes related to FERC administration of the Project. AELP/Beck 

will provide the agencies with a draft application for review, and request a 

letter from each agency summarizing its comments. A tentative schedule for 

preparation and filing of the application for license was distributed. The 

latest date for filing the application with the FERC is established by statute 

(August 31, 1985). The term of the license will probably be 30 years. 

David Stone (AELP) next described the history and major events that 

have occurred during the course of the Project. He began by noting that the 

Project was originally constructed in an era of low-grade gold mining and that 

hydropower was the most economical source of energy to make mining feasible. 

David described the construction of the Salmon Creek facilities in 1913-14 and 

the Annex Creek facilities in 1915-16 and recounted the significant steps in 

Project history from that time on to the most recent (1984) license amendment 

covering the new powerhouse construction. 

Jim Rutherford (Beck) next described the Project's engineering 

features and noted the deletion of the transmission line between the Salmon 

Creek Powerhouse and the Thane Substation with an explanation that this 

portion of the grid serves as a distribution line. Jim noted that the minimum 

pool elevation at the Salmon Creek Reservoir was 1010 feet. 

Duane Peterson (NMFS) asked if the maximum reservoir level was 

limited as a result of the dam safety study. 

Rutherford replied that the maximum reservoir elevation is now set 

at 1140, reduced from the former 1170 as a result of a FERC requirement based 

upon the 1983 seismic safety review. 

Bill Corbus (AELP) noted that a safety inspection is prepared every 

five years and that the last inspection had added additional information on 

earthquake stability based on a new technique for analyzing the structure.

Page 3 

Should an earthquake with a magnitude of 8 on the Richter scale occur, there 

is some question of the upper portion of the dam being safe. The study shows 

that at the 1140 elevation, the Project remains safe under the utmost conditions. 

Rutherford went on to describe the upper powerhouse and the wye 

valve arrangement that permits both powerhouses to operate simultaneously. He 

noted that the old lower powerhouse is now used for storage. The new powerhouse 

houses a single turbine, which discharges into a tailrace that is connected 

to the original culvert system running under Glacier Highway. 

Rutherford noted that the Annex Creek Reservoir had a maximum elevation 

of 844 feet. The lake tap intake is at 690 and the dam consists of a 

20-ft-high timber crib structure. This structure was recently rebuilt and new 

drawings are being sent to the FERC to replace the ones they have lost. 

Sylvia Burges (Beck) explained that the FERC relicensing requirements 

include preparing an environmental exhibit (Exhibit E) and a series of 

engineering exhibits and reports. No changes are proposed and no new impacts 

are expected. The scope and detail of Exhibit E will be commensurate with the 

past level of operation. Much of Exhibit E will be devoted to describing 

existing conditions and agencies will be contacted for additional information. 

Exhibit E will describe the individual resource areas and the 

existing license articles that protect them. Copies of these articles were 

distributed. 

o General Description - Will be obtained from existing documents. 

o Water Use and Quality - Water use and mlnlmum flow are current 

ly being studied as part of the DNR water rights amendment 

process. Beck hopes to include a completed water rights 

amendment, including agreed-upon low flows, in an appendix to 

Exhibit E. The protective articles pertaining to water 

quality will be described. 

o Fish, Wildlife and Botanical Resources - Protective articles 

will be described. 

o Archaeological Resources - Protected under article 44 in the 

recent amendment. 

o Recreational Resources - Protected by Articles 32 and 33. In 

the past the Project has been exempted because of its remote 

location and problems caused by vandalism. Beck will confirm 

that the reasons for this exemption are still valid. 

Bruce Hoffman (ADEC) noted that on September 8, 1983 an excessive 

amount of water was re leased from the Salmon Creek Reservoir, scouring the 

streambed and forcing spawning salmon (no species identified) to the side of

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the channel. At that time, both ADEC and ADFG requested that AELP prepare an 

operation plan describing how such releases would be avoided and send it to 

them for review. To date, neither Hoffman nor ADFG have received such a plan. 

Janet Hall (ADFG) noted that her agency was still interested in 

receiving an operating plan to resolve the flow release situation. 

Bill Corbus (AELP) gave the background history of the release which 

involved a unique high water event and a valve test required by the FERC. 

Provisions have been made to prevent this type of release from occurring 

again. A plan will be forthcoming. 

Nan Nalder (Beck) advised agencies that Sylvia Burges and David 

Hoopes may be' contacting them by phone to obtain further information. The 

results of the water right amendment negotiations will be factored into the 

application text where appropriate. Official agency correspondence, including 

review comments, should be sent to Bill Corbus (AELP). 

Janet Hall (ADFG) asked if the NHFS and FWS had been apprised of 

the water rights flow discussions being held between AELP/Beck, DNR and ADFG. 

David Hoopes advised that both agencies were aware of the issue but 

that neither had been invited to join the informal field trip planned with 

ADFG for the following day. 

Rick Reed (ADFG) asked how flow regime would be resolved since 

Federal agencies have responsibilities under the Federal Power Act but have no 

direct influence over water rights, which are a State responsibility. Reed 

wondered whether or not Federal agencies would be consulted. 

David Hoopes (Beck) informed Reed that AELP/Beck intends to continue 

the established coordination with both Federal and State agencies to 

arrive at a low flow regime that can be included in both the water right 

amendment and the license application. Our goal is to negotiate the low flow 

as part of the water right and append the final water right amendment to 

Exhibit E of the application to the FERC. 

Janet Hall (ADFG) asked if the City of Juneau's withdrawal of water 

from the tailrace (about 20 cfs) was involved. Nalder replied that only 

facilities involved in power generation fall under the licensing process. 

Nan Nalder (Beck) closed with the statement that the agencies will 

have the opportunity to review all the environmental exhibits but that they 

may receive them as separate reports to facilitate review. She explained the 

concurrence format that will be used for the letters of transmittal so that 

agencies can respond with a minimum of effort.

ALASKA ELECTRIC LIGHT AND POWER CO. 


JUNEAU. 

ALASKA 88801 

(807) 1588-2222 


Don Shira 




Dear Mr. ~hira: 

Subject: Annex Creek/Salmon Creek Hydroelectric Project 

PERC Project No. 2307 


Enclosed is a summary of discussions that took place at the 

meeting that you attended on January 17, 1985. Please review 

these notes and call Nan Halder at R. W. Beck (206/622-5000) if 

you have any questions about the sunnary. 



Manager 

Copy to: Nan Nalder, RWB 

Enclosure 

An Equal Opportunity Employer



JUNEAU. 

ALASKA 88801 

(007) eee·2222 


N. L. Pat Teague 


155 South Seward 


Dear Pat: 






these notes and call Nan Nalder at R. W. Beck (206/622-5000) if 

you have any questions about the summary. 



Manager 

Copy to: 

Nan Nalder, RWB 

Enclosure 




JUNEAU. 

ALASKA 1111801 

(Q07) !588.2222 


Duane Peterson 




Dear Mr. Peterson: 










Manager 

Copy to: 


Enclosure 




JUNEAU. 

( 907 ) Se8 .. 2222 



Bruce Hoffman 

Alaska Department of 

Environmental Conservation 



Dear Mr. Hoffman: 










Manager 

Copy to: 


Enclosure 

An Equal Opportu


134 N. FRANKLIN STREET r 

JUNEAU. 

(807) "'.2222 

ALASKA IlIIBOI 


Andrew Grossman 

U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service 

Post Office box 1287 


Dear Mr. Grossman: 










Manager 

Copy to: Nan Nalder, RWB 

Enclosure 

An Equal OpportDity EmplC1geT



JUNEAU. 

(907 ) 588.2222 


January 29, 198~ 

Janet Hall 



Douglas, Alaska 99824 

Dear Ms. Hall: 








Very -truly yours, 


Manager 

Copy to: 


Enclosure 



134 N. FRANKL.IN STREET t 

JUNEAU. 


(007) e8e.2222 


Rick Reed 




Dear Mr. Reed: 










Manager 

Copy to: 


Enclosure 

An Equal Opportuaity Employer



JUNEAU. 

(807) 1588.2222 

ALASKA eeeOI 


Mr. Neil Johannsen 


Department of Natural Resources 

619 Warehouse Drive, Suite 210 

Anchorage, Alaska 99501 

Dear Mr. Johannsen: 




I am sorry that you were unable to attend the scoping meeting 

to discuss relicensing of the Annex Creek/Salmon Creek Project 

(Project). I am sending you a copy of the meeting notes that 

summarize the discussions at the meeting and a copy of materials 

distributed at the meeting. 

If you have any interests in the relicensing that you would 

like to have us address in the license application, please call 

Nan Nalder at R.W. Beck (206/622-5000) as soon as possible. 



Manager 

Enclosures 

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134 N, FRANKLIN STREET t 

JUNEAU, 

(e07) :588·2222 


Jan u a ry 29, 1985 

Mr. John B. Farleigh 

Alaska Public Utilities Commission 

420 L Street, Suite 100 


Dear Mr. Farleigh: 














Manager 

Enclosures 



13. N. FRANKLIN STREET t 

JUNEAU. 


( e07) ~86.2222 


Mr. Bruce Johnson 


Division of Forestry 

400 Willoughby, Suite 400 


Dear Mr. Johnson: 


FERC Project No. ~307 

Agency Seoping Meeting 











Manager 

Enclosures 

An Equal Opportunif1l Employer



JUNEAU. 

(G07) Sae-2222 

ALASKA 88801 


Mr. Richar~ C. Borsetti 

Department of the Army 

Corps of Engineers 



Dear Mr. Borsetti: 














Manager 

Enclosures 

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JUNEAU. 


(e07) 8&8.2222 


Jack A. Blackwell 

District Ranger 

United States Forest Service 



Dear Mr. Blackwell: 



Initiation of Prefiling Consultation - 

Project Relicensing 

It has come to my attention that you may have some interest 

in the relicensing of the Annex Creek/Salmon Creek Project 

(Project). Unfortunately, only those agencies who were on the 

serv ice 1 i st for the Salmon Creek Amendment were inv i ted to the 

initial scoping meeting. I apologize for the oversight. 

I have enclosed for your information a copy of the 

information packet for prefilig consultation distributed prior to 

the January 17, 1985 meeting, a copy of the meeting notes 

summarizing the discussion at the scoping meeting, and a copy of 

the materials handed out at the meeting. 


like us to address in the license application or any other 

comments, please call Nan Nalder, at R.W. Beck (206/622-5000), as 

soon as possible. 



Manager 

Enclosures 




JUNEAU. 

ALASKA IIIIaol 

(807) 588.2222 


David Mobraten 

United States Bureau 

of Land Management 

4700 East 72nd Avenue 


Dear Mr. Mobraten: 

Subject: 

Annex Creek/Salmon Creek Hydroelectric Project 







service list for the Salmon Creek Amendment were invited to the 









comments, please call Nan Nalder, at R.W. Beck (206/622-5UOO), as 




Manager 

Enclosures 



13 .. N. FRANKLIN STREET. t 

JUNEAU, 

Ul07) !5Se.Z222 

ALASKA III1BOI 


Mr. Larry Wright 

Alaska Regional Office 

National Park Service 

2525 Gambell Avenue 


Dear Mr. Wright: 





I t has come to my attention that you may have some interest 



service list for the Salmon Creek Aaendment were invited to the 





summarizing the discussion at the seoping meeting, and a copy of 








Manager 

Enclosures 




JUNEAU. 

- 

(807) 158e.2222 



Ms. Sara T. Hunt 

Alaska Department of 

Natural Resources 

400 Willoughby, Suite 400 


Dear Ms. Hunt: 








service list for the Salmon Creek Amendment were invited to the 








like us to address in the license app.lication or any other 





Manager 

Enclosures 




JUNEAU. 

(807) !Se8.2222 

ALASKA eeeOl 


Ms. Lorraine Marshall 

Project Coordinator 

Southeast Regional Office 

Office of Management and Budget 

Division of Governmental Coordination 

Pouch AW 


Dear Ms. Marshall: 








serv ice 1 i st for the Salmon Creek Amendment were i nv i ted to the 





summarizing the discussion at the seoping meeting, and a copy o~ 

the materials handed out at the meeting. . 







Manager 

Enclosures 

An Equal Opportunit, Employer


134 N. FRANKL-IN STREET t 

JUNEAU. 

(107) !5S8.2222 

AL.ASKA 1111801 


Mr. Richard D. Reed 

Regional Habitat Protection Supervisor 


Post Office ~ox 2U 


Dear Rick: 

The meeting notes accompanying this letter cover our 

January 18, 1985 field trip to Salmon Creek and outline AELP's 

understanding of the steps we all agreed to take in arriving at a 

low-flow requirement for Salmon Creek to protect fish resources. 

We have sent copies of these meeting notes to the other 

interested agencies. If you have any corrections or questions, 

please call me at 586-2222 or Dr. David.Hoopes at 206/622-5000. 



Manager 

Copy to: 

Waine E. Oien, USFWS 

Robert W. McVey, NMFS 

Sara T. Hunt, DNR 

Enclosure 


81LL SHEFFIEW, GOVERNCJ8 

.'. 

SOUTHEAST REGIONAL OFFICE 

43' NOR TH FRANKLIN 

POUCH A W. SUITE '0' 

JUNEAU, ALASKA 998' '..0165 

PHONE: (907) 465-3562 

OFFICE OF THE GOVERNOR 

OFFICE OF MANAGEMENT AND BUDGET 

DIVISION OF GOVERNMENTAL COORDINA TlON 

I 

CENTRAL OFFICE 

POUCH AW 

JUNEAU. ALASKA 998' '~165 

PHONE: (907) 465-3562 

SOUTHCENTRAL REGIONAL OFFICE NORTHERN REGIONAL O'FFfCE - 

2600 DENALI STREff 675 SEVENTH AVENUE 

SUITE 700 

S T A TION H 

Mr. Quenton Edson, Director 

Division of Hydropower Licensing 


400 First Street, Railroad Labor Building 

Washington, D.C 20426 

Dear Mr. Edson: 

ANCHORAGE, ALASICA 99503-2798 FAIRBANKS. ALASKA 9970' .... 596 

PHONE: (907) 274-'511 PHONE: (907) 456-3084 

~anuary 21, 1985 

SUBJECT: 


(AEL&P) PROJECT NUMBER 2307-002 

In October 1984, when our office received the order modifying ~ 

project operation, I distributed it to the State resource agencies 

for their information. 

The order states that no significant environmental impacts will 

result from this amendment. There is a historic concern, howeverr, 

that has been noted by the Alaska Departments of Fish and Game and 

Environmental Conservation. That concern is the method of water 

release. 

In 1983 the water release was dramatic, and was associated with 

streambed scouring, streambank erosion, turbidity and may have 

caused early mortalities of salmon adults. 

AEL&P has been working with the Department of Fish and Game by 

contacting them prior to any water releases. This is needed to 

avoid disturbances to spawning salmon and incubating eggs. 

According to the license, have modifications been made in AEL&P's 

method of water release? The State would appreciate a formalizati



JUNEAU. 

(807) 588.2222 



Memorandum 

From: 

To: 

Subj: 

William A. Corbus, Manager~ 

Corry Hildenbrand, Generation Engineer 

Annual testing of low level discharge valve at base of 

Salmon Creek Dam 

1. FERC Regional Engineer, San Francisco, by letter dated 

July 13, 1983 specified that the low level discharge valve at the 

Salmon Creek Dam be tested on an annual basis and the test 

verified in writing in accordance with Section 12.13 of the FERC 

Regulations. 

2. The test should be performed sometime during the perlod of 

mid May through June in order to not interfere with salmon 

spawning. 

3. Prior to the annual testing of the valve, verbal clearance 

should be received from the following State agencies: 

a. Area Habitat Biologist or Regional Habitat Supervisor, 

Alaska Dept. of Fish and Game, Douglas, Tel. 465-4290 

b. Regional Supervisor, Alaska Dept. of Environmental 

Conservation, Tel. 789-3151 

4. When testing the valve, it should be opened no more than 1/4 

of the way to the fully opened position to insure its proper 

functioning. 

5. Following the,. completion of testing the valve, send a 

notarized letter to FERC Regional Engineer, San Francisco, 

documenting performance of the test. A copy of the letter should 

be sent to AELP Manager and those listed in Paragraph 3. 

6. In order to prevent the water level of the resevoir from 

raising above the 1,140 foot elevation during unusual water 

runoff conditions, the low level discharge valve should be opened 

as soon as such conditions start to develop and not at more than 

1/4 of the way to the fully opened position. Prior to opening 

the valve the individuals listed in Paragraph 3 should be 

notified. 

Copy to: 

Regional Habitat Supervisor, Alaska Dept. of Fish & Game 

Regional Supervisor, Alaska Dept. of Environmental Conservation 

FERC Regional Engineer, San Francisco 




JUNEAU. 

(107) 1511.2222 

ALASKA •• '01 


Kenneth F. Plumb 

Secretary 


Washington, D.C. 20426 

RE: Salmon Creek/Annex Creek Project (FERC License No. 2307) 

Dear Mr. Plumb: 

Reference is made to the letter of January 21, 1985 from 

Lorraine Marshall, Project Coordinator, Southeast Regional 

Office, Office of the Governor, State of Alaska concerning 

release of water from the low level discharge valve at the base 

of the Salmon Creek Dam. Enclosed for your information is a copy 

of a Memorandum outlining procedures to be followed for the 

release of water from the dam. This Memorandum has been reviewed 

with the by Alaska Department of Fish and Game and Alaska 

Department of Environmental Conservation. 


II 


Manager. 

Copy to: 

FERC Regional Engineer, San Francisco 

Regional Habitat Supervisor, Alaska Department of Fish 

and Game 

Regional Supervisor, Alaska Department of Environmental 

Conservation 

Project Coordinator, Southeast Regional Office, Office 

of the Governor, State of Alaska 

.An Equal Opportunit1l Employ.er



JUNEAU. 

(807) 588.2222 

ALASKA 88801 

February Il, 1985 

Mr. David Mobraten 

Natural Resource Specialist 

u.s. Bureau of Land Management 

4700 East 72nd Avenue 


Dear Mr. Mobraten: 

Subject: 

Annex Creek/Salmon Creek 

Hydroelectric Project 


We wish to confirm the status of land in the vicinity of the 

Salmon Creek developments. We understand that these lands have 

been selected by the State, but remain under the interim 

management by the BLM until the adjudicative process for 

selection has been completed. The lands occupied by project 

features are under power project withdrawal status. 

Please send me a letter confirming the management status of 

these lands for inclusion in the application for license to FERC 

presently under preparation. If you have any questions please 

call Nan Nalder of R. W. Beck and Associates, Inc. 

(206/622-5000). 



Manager 

An Equal Opportunitll Employer

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CITY/BOROUCH OF JUNEAU 

ALASK,(S CAPITAL CITY 

February 19, 1985 

\ I 

Larry Wriqht 

Outdoor Recreation Planner 

National Park Service 

Anchoraqe, Alaska 99502 

Dear Mr. Wriqht: 

As we discussed on February 15, 1985, the Parks and Recreation 

Department for the City and Borouqh of Juneau has the followinq 

suqqestions for the relicensinq of Annex and Salmon Creek 

Hydroelectric Projects. Those suqqestions are: 

1. Annex Creek - Do nothinq except quarantee public access 

for recreational use. 

2. Salmon Creek - Provide parkinq at trailhead for 5 to 10 

vehicles. 

A. Provide for yearly trail maintenance in accordance 

with the United States Forest Service standard for 

non motorized, hikinq and cross country skiinq, 

medium qrade difficulty. 

B. Provide trailhead siqnaqe that should include 

historical data, lenqth of trail and difficulty level. 

Hope this helps Larry, I have reviewed the above with Linda 

Kruqer of State Parks. Call if you need more information. 

Continued Best Wishes. 

Sincerely, 

~~Hall' Director 

Parks and Recreation Department 

cc: 

Linda Kruqer 

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JRH/drb 

~-------15j South Seward Street, Juneau, Alaska 99801---------"'"



JUNEAU, 


(e07) 580·2222 

February lY, lYij~ 

Mr. Hruce H. Hoffman 

Alaska Department of Bnvironmental 

Conservation 

Post Office Hox 242U 

Juneau, Alaska 9980] 

Dear Mr. Hoffman: 

Subjec~: 

Annex Creek/Salmon Creek Hydroelectric Project 

FERC Project No. 2307 - 401 Certification 

At the scoping meeting held on January 17, 1985 you 

indicated that the Department of Environmental Conservation would 

probably be willing to waive the requirement for 401 

Certification for the continued operation of the eXIsting 

hydroelectric facilities at Annex and Salmon creeks. Since 

neither new construction nor any change in operation is planned, 

the proposed relicensing would have no effect on water quality. 

Please indicate your requirements for 401 Certification of 

this project or provide written verification that you will waive 

the requirement. 

I' 



Manager 

An Equal Opportunity Emplpyer

S TAT E o F 

A LAS K A 

Fern uary 1985 


Division of Land and Water Management 

Southeast ReqionaL Office 

408 Wi lloughbv Ave., SUite 49& 

Jun(;;~clu. A las-kc1 99801-1724 

Phone: 907-465-3490 

Ms.. Nan Na lde.- 

R.W. Beck and Associates, Inc. 

Towel- I:ui lding 

7th Avpnue @ Olive Way 


RE:: Annex/Sa,l~non C1' eel".: 

FER C F' ,- 0 j e c t N () .. z:; , 

Dear t·1~::-. 

Na lder, 

Bill Corbus, Manager of Alaska Electric Light and Power Company, 

directed me to YOU to coordinate our agency's concerns with the 

relicensing of the Annex Creek/Salmon Creek Project. 

Unfortunately we were not aware of the initial scoping meeting 

held in Juneau on January 17, 1985 as were were not on the 

distribution Li~t. I dj~cussed this problem earlier with David 

Hoopes and Bi LL Corbus , and was assured we wouLd be included in 

the future. 

lhe major concerns our agency has with the relicensing of the 

project are the necessary aMendments to the two water rights 

AELP has (ADL 45780 and ADL 51675) for the upper and Lower 

powerhouses~ We have been workjng closely with AELP and the 

Depar tment of Fish and Gatlle to a II. end the cer t i fica tes I and 

ide n t i f y the t y p e 0 fin for 'Ii a t ion we 1- f!41. u ire t 0 allow the c han 9 e • 

The Major concern with the water withdrawals are the impacts of 

Low flows on salmon habitat. Another related concern is the 

scouring of the streaMbed caused by eKcessive releases of water 

from the reservoir. 

AELP has been extremely cooperative in providing data we have 

re~uested to establish miniMum fLow requirements which wi lL 

become conditions of th~ amended water rights, when finalized. 

As releasing water from the reservoir to meet the maximum 

reservoil- level of 1140 feet is re·{uired b)' FERC, the prevent ion 

of and/or mitigation of the resulting streambed scouring should 

be addressed in the l i cens'e when l~e i ss.ed. 1 he fila i ntenance of a 

miniMum instrearo flow level should also be addressed in the 

license as well as in the amended water rights dOcuMent. 

We note that the u.s. Fish' Wi LdLife Service and the National 

Marine Fisheries Service wi II be conferred with in establishing 

the miniftlUm flow levels, with Rick Reed, Depart'llent of Fish ~ 

GaMe as the primary contact.

F·· L (~ a !; E~ c. C) n t a c. t III (~ !) h 0 U L d yo tl r' (.~ ':1 U i r (~ i:) n y (. 1 Ci r i fie d 1 i C) n .. 

Sine e r' eLy, 

Pau La T .. 

Burge.!)"!i 

Southeast Re9ional Manager 

Say·a L .. Hunt 

Water Resources Officer 

by: 0 aA-tX' ;jaMcc: 

Bi Ll Corbus, AELP 

Rick Reed, ADF&G 

Deena Henkins, ADEC 

Waine E .. Dien, USF&WS 

Robert McVey, NMFS 

Lorraine MarshalL, OMB,DGC

81LL SHEFFIELD, COVEINOII 

DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOIJRCES 

DIVISION OF PARKS & OUTDOOR RECREATION 

400 WILLOUGHBY. 5rh FLOOR 

JUNEAU, ALASKA 9980'-'38' 

PHONE: (907) 465-4563 

February 27,1985 

Mr. William Corbus, Manager 

Alaska Electric Light & Power 

134 N. Franklin 


Dear Mr. Corbus, 

I am sorry I was not contacted about the recent Scoping Meeting for Annex 

Creek/Salmon Creek FERC Project No. 2307. I only' today became aware of 

the meeting. 

I would appreciate being added to your agency mailing list. 

In reviewing the summary notes, I'm 'sure the meeting would have been very 

hel pful to me. 

I will be working with Mr. Larry Wright, National Park Service, in identifying 

recreation opportunites in the project area. 

Sincerely, 

~ ~ 

~er 

Regional Manager 

1o-J37LH

BILL SHEFFIELD. GOVE.qNOR 

DEPART'IEXT OF ~ATURAL RESOlJRCES 

DIVISIOII OF PARKS AND OUTDOOR RECREATION 

22SA CORDOVA STREET 

ANCHO~AGE. ALASKA 99501 

PHONE: ,907\276·2653 

MAILING ACDAESS: 

POUCH 7001 

ANChORAGE. ALASKA ;9510 

March 5. 1985 

Re: 1130-13 

3440 (FERC) 


'ERC Project No. 2307, Re11cens1ng 

WilliaM A. Corbus 

"fanager 

AEL&P. Company 


Juneau. Alaska 99801 

Dear Mr. Corbus: 

As you know, the remains at Salmon Creek were determined "not eligible" for 

inclusion on the National Register of Historic Places on December 22, 1982. A 

copy of our previous correspondence 1s enclosed. We therefore have no 

concerns with relicensing at the Salmon Creek facilities, especially in light 

of the fact that no changes are proposed in the facilities themselves. Your 

Exhibit E report should cover this matter io its section on cultural 

resources. If you require assistance 1n developing appropriate language for 

your report, please let us know. We may be able to provide some preliminary 

wording. 

The Annex Creek portioft of your project is new to us. Our records do indicate 

that the Annex Creek power site is listed on the Alaska Heritage Resources 

Survey as site number JUN-175. This listing records the facility as possibly 

dating from 1914-1915 and that it was in operation as of 1979. It may be 

necessary to conduct a Determination of Eligibility on the Annex Creek 

facilities similar to the one done for Sa!.on Creek •. In order to better 

ascertain whether that will be necessary, it would be very helpful if you 

C'" 

could provide dates of construction and possibly a shq~ history of the 

existing Annex Creek facilities. Xerox copies of photographs would also aid 

in this process.

• L 


MClrch:5. 1985 

Page 2 - 

We look forward to working with you on this project. Please let us know if we 

can be of further assistance. 

Sincerely. 

Neil C. Johannsen 

Director 

Cd "cfA-~~ &U/vu_ 

By: 

Judith E. Bittner 

State Historic Preservation Officer 

enclosures 

cc: 

Nan Halder 

DR:tls

BGH ENGINEERING, INC. 

11550 CALUMET AVENUE, LA JOLLA. CAUFORNIA 82037 

f~~09 

March 25, 1985 

Mr. William A. Corbus, Manager 

Alaska Electric Light , Power Co. 



Dear Bill, 

In accordance with your request, I have made a determination 

of the number of inches of rainfall on the Salmon 

Creek Reservoir drainage area that would be required to 

raise the reservoir water surface from Elevation 1140 to 

spillway Elevation 1172. This ceterrnination is based on the 

assumption that there was no outflow from the reservoir 

either through the Lower Salmon Creek Powerhouse or through 

the reservoir outlet valve. 

Under the above assumption, I estimate that it would 

take approximately 22 inches of rainfall on the Salmon 

Creek Reservoir drainage area to raise the water surface 

from Elevation 1140 to Elevation 1172. One inch of rainfall 

would raise the level of the reservoir approximately 

18 inches. 

Assuming ehat Lower Salmon Creek Powerhouse is operating 

at its present full capacity, the outflow through the powerhouse 

is equivalent to a dxawdown of approximately 13 inches 

per day while the reservoir is above Elevation 1140. Assuming 

one inch of rainfall per day, the reservoir would rise 

under this condition at the rate of 5 inches per day. Assuming 

3 inches of rainfall per day, the rise is 40 inches per 

day and for an assumption of 5 inches per day, the rise is 

75 inches per day. 

Should you need further information on this matter please 

let me know. 

Sincerely, 

~ 

B. G. Hildyard



JUNEAU. 

ALASKA IllIeol 

(807) 5 .... 2222 

April 4, 1985 




Pouch 7001 

Anchorage, Alaska 99~10 

Dear Ms. Bittner: 

Subject: Annex Creek/Sal.an Creek Hydroelectric Project 

FERC Project No. 2307 - Relicensing 

As requested in your letter of March 5, 1985, please find 

enclosed a chronological summary of important events related to 

the construction and rehabilitation of Annex Creek, xeroxed 

photographs illustrating the appearance of the Project during 

construction and its appearance today, and a short excerpt from 

the book Hard Rock Gold that provides a historical perspective on 

the development of the Annex Creek Project. The section on Annex 

Creek has been highlighted and is found on p. 47. The rest of 

the historical information is to give you perspective on the 

development of the Juneau area at the time Annex Creek and Salmon 

Creek Projects were constructed. 

We hope this material provides enough information to 

ascertain whether it will be necessary to conduct a Deter.ination 

of Eligibility on Annex Creek. If you have any questions or need 

more information, please contact David Stone at (907)586-2222. 


Enclosures 


Manager 


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(lTV/BOROUGH OF JUNEAU 

ALASI\AS CAPITAL CITY 

April 12, 1985 

Mr. Larry Wright 

Outdoor Recreation Planner 

~ntional Park Service 

2525 Ga~bell Street 

Anchorage, Alaska 99503-2892 

Dear Mr. Wright: 

On behalf of the City and Borouqh of Juneau, I would like to request 

your agency strongly consider the following when reviewing the 

relicensing of Salmon Creek Hydroelectric project: 

1. That the points addressed in James R. Hall's letter to 

you of February 19, 1985 be included in the permit. 

2. That several points in Linda Kruger's letter to you of 

February 27, 1985 alao be considered. They are: 

A. Maintenance of the trail, stairs and railings. 

B. Trail head access and signage. 

3. That no spur trails be developed or picnicing 

facilities. I am requesting this because of the City's 

concern over the creation of possible health hazards by 

contamination to the City's water source. We believe 

that creating spur trails and picnicing sites could 

increase the usage of this area thus increasing our 

fears. With Twin Lakes Park less than a mile away, we 

would suggest that it substitute for these uses that 

you're seeking. Pleaso consider leaving the trail as 

it has been until this point, wa low key recreation 

experience. w 

I am hopeful these sU9gestions will be taken seriously and that a 

recreation plan for the area will not be needed. I believe the 

community is interested in having a well maintained trail, similar 

to the M8ny others in the Borough, without the extras being 

suggested. 

Sincerely, 

,,'--- 

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'34 N. FRANKLIN STREET t 

JUNEAU, 

ALASKA 111180' 

(g07) !5SI·2222 

April 25, 1985 

Mr. Waine E. Oien, Area Supervisor 

Division of Ecological Services 

u.s. Fish and Wildlife Services 



Dear Mr. Oien: 

On April 5, 1985 members of my staff and I met with Richard 

D. Reed, Regional Habitat Protection Supervisor, ADFG, to review 

our proposed minimum instream flow recommendation for our Salmon 

Creek Hydroelectric Project (FERC No. 2307). Negotiations aimed 

at establishing a minimum flow are in the final stages as part of 

our application to the Department of Natural Resources for an 

amended water right. We have been coordinating these 

negotiations with you because the Salmon Creek Project is due 

for relicensing under the Federal Power Act and the Fish and 

Wildlife Service will be one of the reviewers of the relicensing 

application. 

Subsequent to our April 5 meeting with ADFG, Dr. David 

Hoopes, our fisheries consultant, met informally with you and 

members of your staff and Tamra Faris of NMFS to describe the 

status of the instream flow negotiations between AELP and ADFG. 

At that time both you and Ms. Faris requested that you receive 

copies of synthetic flow data describing the hydraulic regime of 

Salmon Creek. Prints of this data accompany this letter along 

with a set of meeting notes describing our April 5 discussions 

with ADFG. Following our meeting with FWS and NMFS, we have been 

advised that ADFG has agreed to our minimum flow proposal. 

If either you or your staff have any questions regarding the 

meeting notes, agreement or data accompanying this letter, please 

give Dr. Hoopes a call at (206) 622-5000. 



Manager 

Copy to: Richard Reed, ADFG 

Enclosures


134 N. FRANKL.IN STREET t 

JUNEAU. 

(807) 588·2222 

AL.ASKA 1111801 

April 25, 1985 

Mr. Robert W. McVey, Director 

Alaska Region 

National Marine Fisheries Serv~ce 


Juneau, Alaska 99H02 

Dear Mr. McVey: 

Un April 5, 1985 members of my staff and I met with Richard 

D. Reed, Regional Habitat Protection Supervisor, ADFG, to review 

our proposed minimum instream flow recommendation for our Salmon 

Creek Hydroelectric Project (FERC No. 2307). Negotiations aimed 

at establishing a minimum flow are in the final stages as part of 

our application to the Department of Natural Resources for an 

amended water right. We have been coordinating these 

negotiations with members of your Division of Environmental 

Assessment because the Salmon Creek Project is due for 

relicensing under the Federal Power Act and the National Marine 

Fisheries Service will be one of the reviewers of the relicensing 

application. 

Subsequent to our April 5 meeting with ADFG, Dr. David 

Hoopes, our fisheries consultant, met informally with Waine Oien, 

Fish and Wildlife Services and Tamra Faris of your staff to 

describe the status of the instream flow negotiations between 

AELP and ADFG. At that time both Mr. Oien and Ms. Faris 

requested that they receive copies of synthetic flow data 

describing the hydraulic regime of Salmon Creek. Prints of this 

data accompany this letter along with a set of meeting notes 

describing our April 5 discussions with ADFG. Following our 

meeting with NMFS and FWS, we have been advised that ADFG has 

agreed to our minimum flow proposal. 

If either you or your staff have any questions regarding the 

meeting notes, agreement or data accompanying this letter, please 

give Dr. Hoopes a call at (206) 622-5000. 



Manager 

Copy to: Richard Reed, ADFG 

Enclosures

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I.' 


134 N. FRANKLIN STRJ:ET JPI~}' ~ JUNEAU. ALASKA g9801 

(907) 586·2222 

May 16, 1985 

.1 

:! 

Robert Gilmore, Regiorial Director 

U. S. Fish and Wildlife Service 

1011 ~ast Tudor Road 


Dear Mr. Gilmore: 

The Alaska Electric Light and Power Company is preparing an 

application for relicensing two small hydroelectric facilities 

near Juneau, Alaska, under provisions of the Federal Power Act 

(Annex Creek/Salmon Creek Hydroelectric Project, FERC Project No. 

2307). The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) requires 

that the Applicant consult with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife 

Service, 18 CFR 4.41(£)(3)(i), to identify the presence of any 

endangered, threatened or candidate species in the vicinity of 

the Project. Un May 8, 1985, Dr. David T. Hoopes, Environmental 

Coordinator for our engineering consultant, R. \-V. Beck and 

Associates, Inc., discussed the consultation requirements with 

Mr. Dennis Money of your staff. This letter requesting 

information on threatened and endangered species is being sent at 

Mr. Money's suggestion. 

The Annex Creek/Salmon Creek Project includes existing 

facilities at both Annex and Salmon creeks. The Annex Creek 

and Salmon Creek components are geographically separate, being 

located respectively in mountainous terrain about 11 miles east 

and two and a half miles north of the City of Juneau. The Annex 

Creek component .is situated in a remote area of the Tongass 

National Forest. There are two lakes in the Annex Creek drainage 

area; the principal one, Upper Annex Lake, serves as the Annex 

Creek Reservoir. The watershed is surrounded by precipitous, 

glaciated mountains, including Annex Peak an Annex Ridge. Annex 

Creek drains a small area above the lake, east of Carlson Creek, 

and is tributary to Taku Inlet. The Annex Creek powerhouse and 

switchyard are located near the mouth of Annex Creek on the west 

shore of Taku Inlet, 11 miles east of Juneau by air and 22 miles 

by water. 


The Salmon Creek c()mpon~nt lies within the t..Juneau townsite. 

The Salmon Creek Reservoir is located two and a half miles north 

of the City of Juneau in an undeveloped area. Salmon Creek flows 

west from the reservoir to drain into Gastineau Channel. The 

Upper Salmon Creek Powerhouse is locateci at the upper end of 

Salmon Creek Valley, less than one river mi Ie below the dam and 

reservoir. The Lower Salmon Creek Powerhouse and switchyard are 

located near similar commercial buildings along Egan Drive and 

adjacent to Gastineau Channel, two and a half miles northeast of 

Juneau. 

The FERC will want to know whether or not the existing 

Project affects any threatened and endangered plant or animal 

species or candidate species and critical habitat. Would you 

please send me a letter stating whether any such species are 

present and verifying that the consultation process has been 

completed regarding this issue. Thank you for your help in 

obtaining this letter. 



Manager 

Copy to: 

Nan Nalder, R. W. Beck and Associates, Inc. 

Waine E. Oien, USFWS, Juneau .

United States Department of the Interior 

IN REPLY REi=E:M TO: 

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~;',:t:.:n. 'W!mlt 

Sara Hunt 

400 Willoughby Avenue 

Suite 400 


FISH AND \VILDLIFE SERVIC=: 

p.o. Box 1287 


May 22, 1985 

Re: ADL 51675 

Certification No. 611 


Dear Ms. Hunt: 

We have reviewed your request for comments on the Alaska Electric Light and 

Power Company's (AEL&P) application for a chanqe of appropriation of water. 

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) has met with Dave Hoopes of R.W. Beck 

and Associates, Inc., representing AEL&P in the relicensing coordination for 

the Salmon Creek hydroelectric project. Mr. Hoopes has worked closely with 

the Alaska Department of Fish and Game (ADFG) in establishing a minimum 

acceptable flow for the creek. 

On April 29, 1985, biologists from the FWS and The National Marine Fisheries 

Service walked the lower portion of the creek up to the staff gauge. The 

staff gauge indicated a water depth of 1.5 feet. The staff gauge was in poor 

condition, but did not appear unstable. At a depth of 1.5 feet, all areas 

that we exaJnined which appeared to be of potential importance to anadromous 

fish were floooed. Previous field work by the Division of Commercial 

Fisheri.es indicates that the recorded low flows of 1985, corresponding to 1.4 

feet at the staff guage, were sufficient to protect all documented s-pawning 

habitat within accessible portions of the creek. Although this figure 

reflects a very low flow for this creek, we will concur with ADFG. 

Because changes in channel contours and elevations of natural drainages occur 

over time, we believe it is necessary to correlate the minimum acceptable 

depth with a value in cubic feet per second (cfs). He understand that AEL&P 

has obtained a range for this value using discharge data from the u.s. 

Geological Survey. The amount of discharge at 1.4 feet depth varies between 7 

and 9 cfs. Because of this variability and because of our concern that 

spawning beds remain inundated throughout the winter, it is appropriate that 

the higher figure serve as the standard. Should there be changes in the 

course or contour of the stream, a new staging gauge value should be selected 

which corresponds to a discharge of approximately 9 cfs. 

Of additional concern is the national record of fish loss which results when 

flow levels are not adequately monitored. Monitoring is absolutely critical 

if minimum flow standar.ds are to have any value. Monitor.ing and proper 

regulation must also insure that excessive water is not dumped from the Salmon 

Creek Dam.

Our corrnnents to the Federal Energy Regulatory Cornnission for the relicensing 

of this hydropower project will include the following recorrmendations. The 

licensee shall: 

]) Provide a permanently enclosed staging gauge to be established by 

survey. 

2) Require a minimum staging gauge depth of 1.4 feet which will reflect 

the corresponding discharge of 9 cfs. Should the physical character 

of the stream bed change such that 1.4 feet is no longer reflective 

of a 9 cfs, a new staging gauge valve would be established. 

3) Develop flow management operational plan which will ensure that 

minimum flows are maintained at all times and that -dumping- of 

impounded water will not occur. 

We appreciate the opportunity to cornnent on this action. 

Sincerely, 

Field Supervisor 

cc: FWS-ARD-HR, Anchorage 

AEL& P, Juneau 

R.W. Beck and Assoc, Inc, Seattle

BILL SHEFFIELD, GOVERNOR 

DE~\I'Tl"ENT Ct .... NATURAl .. n .. :SCtURCES 


Division of Land & Water Management 

400 WILLOUGHBY A V! NUE 

SUITE 400 

JUN£AU. ALASKA 9980' 

PHONE: (907) 465-3400 

June 18, 1985 

Re: ADL 51675 

Certificate No. 611 

Change of Appropriation 

William A. Corbus, Manager 

Alaska Electric Light & Power Company 




Enclosed for your records is a copy of the executed water permit that authorizes 

changes to your existing Certificate of Appropriation at Salmon Creek. Per 

11 AAC 93.930, if no objections to these changes are received within one year, 

the changes authorized by this temporary permit will become permanent and an 

amended Certificate of Appropriation will be issued to represent the water right 

as changed. 

Sincerely, 

Paula Burgess, Regional Manager 

AA/rr J %d-i

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·' 

STATE OF ALASKA 

DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES 

DIVISION OF LAND AND WATER MANAGEMENT 

TEMPORARY 

PERMIT TO APPROPRIATE WATER 

ADL S167S-P 

Pursuant to AS 46.15, as amended and the rules and 

regulations promulgated thereunder, permission is hereby 

granted ALASKA ELECTRIC LIGHT AND POWER COMPANY, 134 North 

Franklin Street, Juneau, Alaska 99801, for the following 

changes to their existing Certificate of Appropriation No. 

611, ADL 51675: 

1. The location of the use of the 105 cubic feet per 

second of water from the Salmon Creek Reservoir will be 

changed to allow -50 of the 105 cubic feet per second 

of water may be used at either the upper Powerhouse No. 

2, swlswl Protracted Section 2, Township 41 South, 

Range 67 East, Copper River Meridian, or at the Lower 

Powerhouse No.1, U.S. Survey 3824, NwlsEl Protracted 

Section 9, Township 41 South, Range 67 East, Copper 

River Meridian." 

2. Alaska Electric Light and Power Company proposes to 

delete the concrete headworks that would have connected 

the Lower Powerhouse No. 1 penstock to the Upper 

Powerhouse No. 2 tailrace by now connecting the 

proposed 42 inch diameter penstock to the existing 

riveted steel penstock upstream of Upper Powerhouse No. 

2 by means of a 30 inch Y Branch and two butterfly 

valves. One valve would lead to Upper Powerhouse No. 2 

and one would lead to the new penstock. A new 

Powerhouse will be constructed adjacent to the existing 

Lower Powerhouse No. 1 containing a single generating 

unit with a rated capacity of 6,700 Klv, and a ne\,l 

t.ailrace discharging into the existing tailrace which 

discharges into Gastineau Channel. 

Structures to be constructed and used: 42" diameter 

penstock connected to existing penstock by a 30" Y Branch 

and two butterfly valves: a new 6,700 KW powerhouse adjacent 

to Salmon Creek Power Plant No.1.

Changes in the natural state of water are to be made as 

stated herein and for the purposes indicated. 

During the effective period of' this permit, the permittee 

shall comply with the following conditions: 

CONDITIONS: 

1. Follow acceptable engineering standards in 

exercising the rights granted herein. 

2. Comply wi th all applicable laws, and any rules 

and/or regulations issued thereunder. 

3 • Indemnify the State against and hold it harmless 

from any and all claims, demands, suits, loss, 

liability and expense for injury to or death of 

persons and damages to or loss of property arising 

out of or connected with the exercise of the 

privileges covered by this permit. 

4. Notify the Alaska Division of Land and Water 

Management upon CHANGE OF ADDRESS or TRANSFER OF 

ANY REAL PROPERTY related thereto. 

5. Pursuant to 11 AAC 93 .930 if no obj ections are 

received within one year, the changes authorized by 

this temporary permit will become permanent and an 

amended permit or Certificate of Appropriation will 

be issued to represent the water right as changed. 

6. Pursuant to AS 46.15.100 and 11 AAC 93.120(b), the 

permittee shall keep daily records of the amount of 

water used in the Upper and Lower Powerhouses, and 

submit those records to the Southeast .Regional 

Office on a quarterly basis. 

The Division of Land and Water Management may suspend 

operations effected under this permit whenever such 

suspension shall in its judgement be necessary to protect 

the public interest or that of a prior appropriator. 

Priority date: December 31, 1913 

This permit shall expire: 

May 31, 1986 

Date Issued: 

b-I~ -55 

APPROVED: 

Division 0 

Departme 

Land and Water Management 

of Natural Resources 

. Attachment A, attached hereto and made a part hereof.


TEMPORARY PErulIT TO APPROPRIATE WATER 

ADL 51675-P 

ATTACHMENT A 

7. The water level of Salmon Creek shall not fall 

below 1.4 feet as measured at the staging gauge. 

8. A precise description of the location and elevation 

of the staging gauge established by survey shall be 

provided by the applicant within 60 days of 

issuance of this permit. The staging gauge shall 

be permanently enclosed. 

9. Should there be changes in the course or contour of 

the stream, a new staging gauge value should be 

selected which corresponds to the amount of 

discharge in cubic feet per second as measured at 

the 1.4 foot level on the staging gauge observed in 

1985, approximately 9 cfs. 

".

{I A 

Department Of Energy 


P.O. Box 50 


July 2, 1985 

nr. William A Corbus 

rtanager 

Alaska Electric Light 

and Power Company 



Dear r-lr. Corbus: 

SUBJECT: 


Hydroelectric Project, 

FERC Project no. 2307; 

Review of Draft 

Application for 

Relicensing 

11e reviewed the draft application and have no significant changes 

or additions to suggest. 

It is apparent that the Annex Creel, and Salmon Creek projects 

will remain very important parts of Juneau's power supply for 

many years to come, and that the relative importance has 

increased significantly with AEL&P's new Lower Salmon Creek 

plant. 

The normal mode of operation for both projects and the Snettisham 

nydroelectric Project is by supervisory control from Alaska Power 

Administration, Juneau Substation at Thane. AEL&P operators man 

the station under a contract with Alaska Power Administration 

with the same shift operator controlling all three projects. I 

believe these arrangements provide cost savings in operation of 

all three projects and enhance opportunities for opti~izing and 

integrating production schedules. It might be useful to lJention 

these operating arrangements in the application for relicensing. 

Sincerely, 

cc: Nan Nalder, R.N. Beck 

~~rfk-.- 

Robert J. Cross 

Administrator

~~~~[ @~ ~~~~~£ 

OF .. I£E OF THE GOVERNOR 


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431 NORTH FRANKLIN 

POUCH AW. SUITE 101 

JUNEAU, ALASKA 99811-0165 

PHONE: (907) 465-3562 



SOUTHCENTAAL _._ ....._.........- 

REGIONAL OFFICE 

2600 DENALI STREET 

SUITE 700 

ANCHORAGE. ALASKA 99503-2798 

PHONE: (907) 274-1581 

July 31, 1985 

BILL SHEffiELD, GOVERNOR 


POUCHAW 

JUNEAU. ALASKA 99811-0165 

PHONE: (907) 465-3562 

NORTHERN REGIONAL OFFICE 

675 SEVENTH A VENUE 

STATION H 

FAIRBANKS, ALASKA 99701-4596 

PHONE: (907) 456-3084 

Mr. William Corbus 

Alaska Electric Light and Power Co. 


Juneau, AK 99801 


SUBJECT: 

ANNEX/SALMON CREEKS HYDROELECTRIC PROJECT 

The Division of Governmental Coordination (DGC) received the 

coastal project questionnaire, applications, and supporting 

information you submitted for our project consistency review. 

Included in that packet was your consistency determination 

submitted for our agreement under Section 307(c) (1) of the 

Federal Coastal Zone Management Act as per 15 CFR 930, Subpart D. 

The enclosed project information sheet includes a State I.D. 

Number (AK850730-17J). Please refer to this number in any future 

reference to the project. 

This activity is a relicensing action, and has never been reviewed 

in light of the Alaska Coastal Management Plan. 

Appropriate materials have been distributed to participants in 

the Alaska Coastal Management Program for their review and 

comments. Reviewer milestones and the associated permits are 

also indicated on the enclosed sheet. 

By a copy of this letter we are informing the Federal Energy 

Regulatory Commission that the State's review has begun. 

Thank you for your cooperation in this review process. 

Enclosure 

cc: 

Lorraine Marshall 


Mary Dahl, R.W. Beck and Associates, Inc., Seattle 

01-A35LH

DISTRIBUTION LIST 

[1028) 

[1221] 

[69} 

[1725] 

[321] 

[200] 

[529] 

[1094] 

[~7} 

[524] 

[696] 

[93] 

[26] 

[650] 

Ms. Bonnie Jo Borchick, Department of Commerce and Economic Development, Juneau 

Ms. Paula Burgess, Department of Natural Resources, Juneau 

Mr. Rick Harris, Juneau 

Ms. Deena Henkins, Department of Environmental Conservation, Juneau 

-Mi. Torn bawSOft, Department of Commerce 'and Economic Development, Juneau 

Mr. Wayne longacre, Department of Community and Regional Affairs, Juneau 

Mr. Robert McVey, U.S. Department of ComNerce, Juneau 

Mr. Wayne Oien, U.S. Department of Interior, Juneau 

Mr. Tom Peterson, Juneau 

Mr. Rich Poor, Department of Transport.tion and Public Facilities, Juneau 

The Honorable Vicke Pugil, Kachemak via Homer 

Mr. Rick Reed, Department of Fish and c..e, Juneau 

Mr. Fletcher Shives, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, Juneau 

Mr. Ron ~lfe, Tlingit and Heida Central Council, Juneau 

distribution list 

July 31. 1985

Regulatory Branch 

.~~~l.1a~¢e Section 

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Wi'111 am A. Corbus, Manager 

Alaska Electric Light and 

Power Company 




DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY 

U.I. ARMY ENGINIER DISTRICT. ALASKA 

'.O.BOX ._ 

ANCHORAGE.ALASKA ....... 

JUL 311985 

ACTION COpy 

This is in reply to your application for a new license' from the 

Federal Energy Regulatory CQrnmission (FERC), FERC Pr~ject N~. 2307, for 

the Annex Creek and Salmon Creek Hydroelectric Projects and subsequent 

request for comments dated June 21, 1985. It is my understanding that no 

additional structures will be added to the existing projects. 

Our review of this application revealed that Department of the Ar~ 

authorization will not be required for the subject license. 

Thank you for your coordination with this office. As requested, I am 

forwarding a copy of this letter to Nan A. Nalder, Executive Analyst, R. 

W. Beck and Associates, Incorporated, Tower Building, 7th Avenue at Olive 

Way, Seattle, Washington 98101. If you have any questions, please feel 

free to contact Mr. Joel Ward of my staff, telephone (907) 753-2720. 

Sincerely, 

~ 

Thomas M. Skordal 

Chief, Compliance Section 

Regulatory Branch

William A. Corbus, Manager 





August 5, 1985 

File No. 470 

Salmon Creek Water Supply 


Hydroelectric Project 

The City and Borough of Juneau has reviewed your application for 

relicensing of Annex Creek and Salmon Creek and offers the 

following comments: 

Under Exhibit 0 Severance Damages, it would seem appropriate to 

the CBJ to mention the impact on the local water utility given 

the worst circumstance that AEL&P not have their license renewed, 

and as a result would no longer maintain the dam and/or 

penstocks. 

If it is as sumed another en ti ty were to take over the Sa lmon 

Creek project, and if the other entity did not honor the current 

agreement between AEL&P and the CBJ, then the CBJ has an investment 

approximately $3,500,000 in 1984 dollars that would require 

rep1acemen t. Es tima tes to provide an a 1 terna te source 0 f high 

quali ty wa ter a t the head prov ided by Salmon Creek vary from 

$11,470,700 at Montana Creek to $12,843,700 at Nugget Creek. See 

April, 1983, edition of the CBJ Water Plan/Study. 

While this is not a severance damage to AEL&P directly, nor is it 

necessarily an item AEL&P would be required to reimburse the CBJ 

for, it is a cost item that could result, should AEL&P no longer 

maintain or operate the dam and associated penstocks. 

Under Exhibit E Section 2.2.1, it is suggested you again state 

the agreement with the CBJ provides for 4.64 cfs to be delivered 

to the CBJ for domestic water out of the penitock, and to allow 

--------155 South Seward Street, Juneau, Alaska 99801--------""'·

William A. Corbus 2 August 5, 1985 

for removal of up to 10 mgd by pumping from the tailrace of the 

lower powerhouse, and the tailrace was modified by AEL&P to allow 

for removal of tailrace water. 

Also under Exhibit E, Page E-28 is missing from the copy of the 

application furnished to the CBJ. 

Sincerely, 

~~~ue, Manager 

City Borough of Juneau 

NLT/GP/shr 

cc: 

Nan A. N~er


FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE 

P.O. Box 1287 


(907)586-7240 

Mr. William A. Cbrbus, Manager 


134 N. Franklin street 


August 06, 1985 

Dear Mr. O>rbus: 

The u.s. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) has reviewed the draft • Al;plication 

for New License for the Annex Creek and Salmon Creek Hydroelectric Project,. 

FERC Project No. 2307,· as prepared by the Alaska Electric Light and Power 

Conpany (AELP). We offer the following comnents: 

General Comments: 

Generally, the draft appears to be an adequate review of the proposed action. 

Some of the issues could be expanded to better address future demands which 

may be placed upon Salmon Creek. In recent years, the drainage has been 

involved in sustaining the Twin Lakes recreation area, a salmon hatchery, an 

increasingly popular sport fishe~, and most recently a Borough water supply 

system. The projection of relative impacts of power generation in relation to 

total inpacts, both present and future, would be of interest. 

The documentation of the preliminary project review and interagency 

coordination suggests only limited interaction with federal agencies. Should 

any dispute arise on discharge regimes, inadequate federal coordination could 

necessitate further evaluation. 

§pecific Cbmments: 

Page B-8: Paragraph 3: 

The text indicates that releases from the upper power house will be made 

during periods of low flow in order to maintain the level at the staff gage at 

1.4 feet. FWS believes that the 1.4 staff gage reading should be used to 

reflect a required discharge of 9 cfs. The staff gage reading should be 

adjusted as a result of channel fluctuations or contour changes in the 

streambed or if discharge is insufficient to inundate spawning beds. If 

discharge should fall below below 9 cfs, a new staff gage value should be 

established to reflect 9 cfs. Cooperative monitoring by AELP, ADFG, NMFS, and 

FWS would assure adequate habitat protection. 

Page E-4, E-6: 

The text indicates that no wetlands exist within the project boundaries. This 

is incorrect since the creek beds are considered wetlands that would fall 

under the jurisdiction of the Clean Water Act.

Page E-ll: 

The text states that analysis of streamflows from July 1982 to September 1984 

indicates that natural streamflow in Salmon Creek often drops to 0 cfs during 

cold winter spells. FWS believes that the extrapolation is inaccurate. We 

have no record nor is there evidence to suggest that Salmon Creek has ever 

been an intermittent drainage. 

Page E-15: 

The text states that during the Januaroy 17, 1985 scoping meeting, the only 

concern identified was the need to develop an operating plan to avoid 

excessive releases into Salmon Creek. FWS records indicate that other 

concerns were brought up, including the maintenance of minimum flows to 

protect spawning habitat. It was announced that David Hoopes and ADFG 

biologists would walk the lower portion of the creek to identify areas of 

required habitat protection. Rick Reed, ADFG, cited FWS jurisdictional 

interest and expertise in the establishment of instream flow criteri~. 

Page E-20: 

FWS recommends that a monitoring program be established to ensure that 

operational procedures do infact provide adequate inundation of spawning 

habitat. 

Page E-19, Table E-3.2: 

Mammals: Silver-haired bat, bushy-tailed wood rat, coyote, and lynx are not 

common in the area. Birds: This bird list should be revised with more recent 

information since many species listed are rare or accidental. We recommend 

Armstrong R.H. 1984, A Guide to the Birds of Alaska, Alaska Northwest 

Publishing conpany, Anchorage. 

Summary: 

We believe that the draft is generally acceptable. We recommend that minimum 

flows be referenced to a discharge of 9 cfs, the value of which would be 

reflected by the stream gage reading of 1.4 feet. We further recommend 

participation of resource agencies and the applicant in a monitoring program 

to assure sufficient water quantity and quality in winter and to prevent 

ramping of discharge water from release valves. 

cc: NMFS, DNR, ADF&G, Juneau 

R.W. Beck, Seattle 

FWS-ARD, Anchorage 

Sincerely, 

~··~~V 

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~N(r Field Supervisor

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OFFICE OF THE GOVERNOR 




POUCHAW 

JUNEAU. ALASKA 99811-0165 

PHONE: (907) 465-3562 

~.!'TH~~~ REGIONAL O~ICE 

431 NORTH FRANKLIN 

POUCH AW, SUITE 101 

JUNEAU, ALASKA 99811-0165 

PHONE: (907) 465-3562 

S0l!~~AL REGIONAL. OFFICE 

2600 DENALI STREET 

SUITE 700 

ANCHORAGE. ALASKA 99503-2798 

PHONE: f9(7) 274-1581 

August 14, 1985 

NORTHERN REGIONAL OFFICE 

675 SEVENTH AVENUE 

STATION H 

FAIRBANKS, ALASKA 99701-4596 

PHONE: (907) 456-3084 

t1r. William Corbus 


134 N. Fxanklin Street 

,Juneau, AI< 99801 


SUBJLCT: ANNEX CREEK/S~LMON CREEK 


STATE 1.0. NO. AK850730-17J 

The Division of Governmental Coordination has completed the 

coordination of the State's informational review of the draft 

application for relicensing from the Federal Energy Regulatory 

Commission, project No. 2307. The relicensing action will not 

.involve any change in the project as it is currently licensed. 

The purpc.se of thi!! informationc:l reVie\'l \t.'~S to provide input 

from r~viewers as to the adequacy with which their concerns, 

expressed during consultation, were addressed. The future review 

of the final application for a relicense will be a consistency 

review against the Standards of the Alaska Coastal Management 

Program. The Alaska Department of Fish and Game (DFG) has 

commented that they have no objection to your draft application 

if the minimum instream flow agreement for Salmon Creek is 

included in the final relicensing application. With the 

condition of the DFG comment, the State has no objection to the 

draft application. 

cc: 

;z::~ 

Lorraine Marshall 


Sylvia Burgess, R.W. Beck and Associates, Seattle 

Project Reviewers 

tg85081501lmd


BUREAU OF LAND MANAGEMENT 

ANCHORAGE DISTRICT OFFICE 

4700 Ease 72nd Avenue 

Anchorage, Alaska 99'07 

Mr. Wm. A. cor~us, Manager 

Alaska Electric Light & Power Company 


Juneau, Alaska -99801 


August 16, 1985 

You have asked this office to comment on the Annex Creek and Salmon Creek 

Hydroelectric Project (Federal Energy Regulatory Commission Project 

Number 2307). 

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AA-45547 

2800 (Olb) 

This letter will concern only the Salmon Creek portion because of the Bureau 

of Land Management's (BLM) involvement in the granting of a right-of-way 

(AA-45547) for a road and pipeline project, approximately 10,600 feet in 

length and 100 feet in width, lying within sections 2, 3, 9 and 10 of 

Township 41 South, Range 67 East of the Copper River Meridian. The right-ofway 

was issued because of the new lands the project involved and for purposes 

other than which the existing power project stated. 

The State of Alaska has the right to select these lands under a General 

Purposes Selection (A-060997). The selection is pending conveyance due to 

litigation on mining claims in the general vicinity. 

It is the policy of the BLM to consider and incorporate the comments and 

concerns of the State of Alaska and the local community on decisions related 

to lands under interim management jurisdiction. 

The right-of-way project was supported by the State and City and Borough of 

Juneau. The BLM's main concern therefore is that the project is developed in 

accordance with the term and condition of the right-of-way grant and to 

protect the lands and resources for the future land managers. In this case 

this will be the State of Alaska. 

Thank you for the opportunity to comment on this project. 

Sincerely yours, 

~/}:1f~~ 

David L. Mobraten 

Acting Area Manager 

Peninsula Resource Area

BILL SHEFFIELD, GOVERNOR 

{di {~ :~ . SOUTHEAST REGIONAL OFFICE 

~ tr..; •.;; j,~~ .. ~ .. Division of Land & water Management 

•• W i",''f,'''. V:.f,," 

• 

'., August 26, 1985 

400 WILLOUGHBY AVENUE 

SUITE 400 

JUNEAU, ALASKA 9980' 

PHONE, (901) 465-3400 

William A. Corbus, l-tanager 

Alaska Electric Light and Paver COmpany 




Subject: Annex Creek/Salm:>n Creek Hydroelectric Project 

PERC Project No. 2307; 

Comments on draft application for relicensing. 

The Alaska Deparbrent of Natural Resources (ADNR) , Division of Land 

and water Management, Southeast Regional Office has reviewed the draft 

application for new license for the Annax Creek and Salmon Creek 

Hydroelectric Project, and the water r~gement Staff offers the 

following Comments: 

Page A-8, Section 3.1, First Paragraph could be rewritten to better 

explain the penstock flow limitations and heM those limitations would 

effect the simultaneous use of both p:::lWerhouses. It has been ADNR's 

ur¥ierstanding that AELP will insure the winter minimum flows for Lower 

Salnon Creek habitat by releasing those flows through the upper 

J;XJWerhouse generator and tailrace. During these tirres it is ass'l.lIl'ed 

that both powerhouses ~uld operate simultaneously. 

ADNR contacted AELP following the FERC notice of March 1984 and 

infonned AELP of the necessity to make changes to their existing 

Salm::>n Creek Water Rights, to allow the water use described in the 

"AnEndr:rent of License". Since that initial contact ADNR staff has 

experienced an excellent working relationship with the management of 

AELP who have derronstrated a very cooperative approach toward the 

resolving of State Water Management concerns involving minimum flows 

as wll as ernergency releases within the Salmon Creek watershed. 

'O·JJ5LH

William A. Corbus -2- August 26, 1985 

We are still rroving through the procedures for rna..king the above 

referenced changes. The second certificate change ( Certificate 

No.611 ) to allow rraxirmm capacity water use at the lower FQWerhouse, 

addresses the major state concern of delivery of mi.nirm.:ml flows to the 

fisheries habitat of Sallron Creek. The canpranise developed by ADF&G, 

AELP & ADNR is incorporated into the conditions of the t.eIt1p:)rary 

permit issued by ADNR on 5-13-1985 (copy attached). It is felt that 

proper references and inclusion of this document into appendix E-3 

would greatly improve the accuracy and impressions gained from that 

section. 

The Depa..rt::lrent very much appreciates the opporttmity to cannent on 

this project. 

Sincerely, 

Paula Burgess, Regional Manager 

By: 

Christopher Landis 

Water Resource Officer 

CC: Nan A. Nalder, Executive Analyst 

R. W. Beck ar.d. Associates, Inc. 

Tower Building 

ith Avenue at Olive Way 

Seattle, washington 98101

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DIVISION OF LAND AND WATER MANAGEHENT 

TEMPORARY 


ADL SlG75-P 

Pursuant to AS 46.15, as amended and the rules .and 

regulations promulgated thereunder, permission is hereby 

granted ALASKA ELECTRl.C LIGHT AND PO\vER COMPANY, 134 North 

Franklin Street, Juneau, Alaska 99801, for the following 

changes to their existing Certificate of Appropriation No. 

611, ADL 51675: 

1. The location of the use of the 105 cubic feet per 

second of water from the Salmon Creek Reservoir will be 

changed to allow "50 of the 105 cubic feet per second 

of water may be used at either the upper Powerhouse No. 

2, swlswl Protracted Section 2, Township 41 South, 

Range 67 East, Copper River Meridian, or at the Lower 

Powerhouse No. I, U. S . Survey 3824, Nvll SE 1 Protracted 

Section 9, Township 41 South, Range 67 East, Copper 

River Meridian." 

2. Alaska Electric Light and Power Company proposes to 

delete the concrete headworks that would have connected 

the. Lower Powerhouse No. 1 penstock to the Upper 

Powerhouse No. 2 tailrace by now connecting the 

proposed 42 inch diameter penstock to the existing 

riveted steel penstock upstream of Upper Powerhouse No. 

2 by means of a 30 inch Y Branch and two butterfly 

valves. One valve would lead to Upper Powerhouse No. 2 

and one would lead to the new penstock. A new 

Powerhouse will be constructed adjacent to the existing 

Lower Po\verhouse No. 1 containing a s~ngle generating 

unit with a rated capacity of 6,700 KW, and a new 

tailrace discharging into the existing tailrace which 

discharges into Gastineau Channel. 

Structures to be constructed and used: 42" diameter 

penstock connected to existing penstock by a 30 II Y Branch 

and two butterfly valves; a new 6,700 KW powerhouse adjacent 

to Salmon Creek Power Plant No.1.

Changes in the natural state of water are to be made as 

stated herein and for the purposes indicated. 

During the effective period of this permit, the permittee 

shall comply with the following conditions: 

CONDITIONS: 

1. Follow acceptable engineering standards in 

exercising the rights granted herein. 

2. Comply with all applicable laws, and any rules 

and/or regulations issued thereunder. 

3. Indemnify the State against and hold it harmless 

from any and all claims, demands, suits, loss, 

liability and expense for injury to or death of 

persons and damages to or loss of property arising 

out of or connected with the exercise of the 

privileges covered by this permit. 

4. Notify the Alaska Division of Land and water 

Management upon CHANGE OF ADDRESS or TRANSFER OF 

ANY REAL PROPERTY related thereto. 

5. Pursuant to 11 AAC 93.930 if no objections are 

received within one year, the changes authorized by 

this temporary permit will become permanent and an 

amended permit or Certificate of Appropriation will 

be issued to represent the water right as changed. 

6. Pursuant to AS 46.15.100 and 11 AAC 93.120(b), the 

permittee shall keep daily records 6f the amount of 

water used in the Upper and Lower Powerhouses, and 

submit those records to the Southeast Regional 

pffice on a quarterly basis. 

The Division of Land and Water Management may suspend 

operations effected under this permit whenever such 

suspension shall in its judgement be necessary to protect 

the public interest or that of a prior appropriator. 

Priority date: December 31, 1913 

This permit shall expire: 

Nay 31, 1986 

Date Issued: 

APPROVED: 

Division 0 

Departme 

Land and Water Management 

of Natural Resources 

Attachment A, at~ached 

hereto and made a part hereof.


TEHPORARY PERf.lIT TO APPROPRIATE WATER 

ADL 51675-P 

ATTACHMENT A 

7 • The water level of Salmon Creek shall not fall 

below 1.4 feet as measured at the staging gauge. 

8. A precise description of the location and elevation 

of the staging gauge established by survey shall be 

provided by the applicant within 60 days of 

issuance of this permit. The staging gauge shall 

be permanently enclosed. 

9. Should there be changes in the course or 

the stream, a new staging gauge value 

selected which corresponds to the 

discharge in cubic feet per second as 

the 1.4 foot level on the staging gauge 

1985, approximately 9 cfs. 

contour 

should 

amount 

measured 

obse!:"ved 

of 

be 

of 

at 

in

, \.~. I 

OFFICE OF MANAGEMENT AND BUDGET . 

OF GOVERNMENTAL COORDINATION 

CINTML 9!!5!1 

POUCHAW 

JUNEAU. ALAMA _".01. 

,,~: 1WJ7J ..,... .. A· 

- ,Q1 NOItTH FIfANI(IJN' . M» DENALI STIffE' '75 SEVENTH A VEM1E 

POUCH AW. SUITE 'Of SUITE 100 STATION H 

JUNEAU. ALASICA _1141. ANCHOIfAGE. ALASKA ~111 FAI1f8ANlC3.. AtAMA .701-45. 

~tlD1)-- 

p=:1)~::~TION SHE~ COpy 

APPLICAlIl': A/q sL;a. F/uJnc... kf!4'& and f8v.",&, t4=. . 

PROJBCT TITLE: b n r=!(/Sat4nan c2l uk t!y,/;.a~c. ~W 

STATZ 1.0. NtlMBER/RBVIEWIHG OFPICB. AKa!

BILL SHEFFIELD. GOVERNOR 

DEPART'IENT OF l\'AT'[rRAL RESOrRCES 

DIVISION OF PARKS AND OUTDOOR RECIlEATION 

225A CORDOVA STREET 

ANCHORAGE. ALASKA 99501 

PHONE (9071276·2653 

MAILING ADDRESS 

POUCH 7001 

ANCHORAGE. ALASKA 99510 

August 28, 1985 

Re: 

3130-1 (FERC) 

William Corbus 



Juneau. Alaska 99801 


Thank you for the draft FERC license application for the Annex and Salmon 

creeks hydro projects (FERC 12307). Since the license application involves no 

new construction, we have no objections to licensing. 

The Salllon Creek system was determined "not eligible" for the National 

Register of 1983. The Annex Creek system may be eligible for its engineering 

significance. From the information on hand, It appears that a lot of the 

original structures remain in use. Eligibility does not seem to be an 

important question right now. When major modifications to the old structures 

are plaDned, historic values need to be taken into account (see 36 CFR 800). 

Sincerely, 

Neil C. Johannsen 

Director 

By: 

cc: 



Nan Nalder, R.W. Beck & Associates, Inc. 

TAS:clk

• 

~: United States 

~ Department of 

Agriculture 

Forest 

Service 

Region 10 

Tongass National For'est 

Juneau Ranger District 

P.O. Box 2097 


Reply To: 2770 

Date: August 30, 1985 

t-Ir. William A. Corbus, Hanager 



Juneau, AI< 99801 

RE: 

Draft Application for New License 

Dear Hr. Corbus: 

The Juneau Ranger District, Chatham Area appreciates being kept infonned of 

developments with the relicensing for the Annex Creek and Salmon Creek 

Hydroelectric Project, FERC Project No. 2301. 

Since the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) is responsible for 

National Environmental Protection Act (NEPA) compliance for projects licensed by 

FEHC, we are not responding directly to your Draft Application at this time. 

The USDA Forest Service will officially comment when contacted by FERC. 

Thank you for the opportuni ty to respond. 

Sincerely, 

fd.c,c)


NATIONAL PARK SERVICE 

IN .. PLY ... nll TO: 

L7427 (ARO-ONR) 

ALASKA REGIONAL OFFICE 

2525 Gambell Street, Room 107 

Anchorage, Alaska 99503·2892 

Mr. William A. Corbus, Manager 

Alaska Electric Light and 

Power Company 

134 North Franklin street 


Dear Mr. eorbus, 

We have reviewed the -recreation and cultural resources analyses 

contained in the draft application for the relicensing of the 

Annex Creek/Salmon Creek Hydroelectric project, F.E.R.C. 12307. 

There appear to be no unresolved cultural issues at this time. 

Our comments are in the form of recommendations to be incorporated 

into the project recreation plan. The two project sites, Annex 

Creek and Salmon Creek, are addressed separately. 

A. Annex Creek: We understand the u.s. Forest Service Juneau 

Ranger District staff is considering the feasibility of the 

Alaska Electric Light and Power Company (AELP) developing 

marine-oriented recreation facilities which would accommodate 

Taku Inlet boaters. We suggest further consultation with the 

Forest Service about this proposal. 

AS a part of, or in addition to, the Forest Service proposal 

we suggest that pertinent public use information, including a 

map of the project, be posted on-site as well as at the AELP 

Juneau office. 

B. Salmon Creek: The Salmon Creek Trail and its associated 

wooden structures (staircases, etc.) should be maintained at 

a standard which insures both the public safety and the long 

term viability of the resources. Vehicular parking for ten 

vehicles at one time and pertinent public use information 

(such as visitor use hours, a description of the public 

facilities and a project map) should be provided, perhaps in 

the vicinity of the trailhead. Also, consideration should be 

given to the provision of sanitary facilities. 

Recreation planning for the project should be considered a dynamic 

process. During the period of license the degree and type of 

public use may warrant consideration of additional facility 

development. Therefore it may be appropriate to update the 

project recreation plan every five to ten years or whenever

2 

significant facility development is proposed. We suggest that 

visitors be permitted an opportunity to register at both project 

sites. This will assist AELP in estimating annual use. Visitors 

might be asked to identify the reason for their visit and to 

report any vandalism activity noted. 

If you have any questions about our recommendations you may wish 

to contact Larry Wright of my staff at 261-2636. 

Sincerely, 

~~ 

Associate Regional Director, Operations 

Alaska Region 

cc: 

sylvia Burges, R.W. Beck and Associates, Inc. 

Linda Kruger, Alaska Dept. of Natural Resources 

James R. Hall, Alaska Dept. of Parks and Recreation 

N.L. Pat Teague, City and Borough of Juneau 

Juneau District Ranger, U.S. Forest Service

APPENDIX E-2 

WATER RIGHTS 

Copies of all water right certificates and applications for water 

rights on Annex Creek and Salmon Creek are included in this appendix. The 

Applicant has applied for a change in its authorization to use water under 

Certificate No. 611; negotiations with fish and wildlife agencies to establish 

an acceptable miniMum flow preceded the application.

Cor1ifi~~;) l~o •.. ~.~.Q ....................... . 

t(Ull1U . i\.U (:rtt r.~~ (iJ!1:'11~ :;lol',C:,UtIl that the State of Ak!ika, pursu~nt to A.S. 4G.15, as amcnced 

and the rules and regulations promulgated thereunder, hcr~by grants to~.~.~ ... ~~.~~:??~!~!:.~.L .................. . 

.. ................. ................... ........................ ~.~?~ ... ~ .~.~ .L.~~T~~.~:~~.~ ... ~\~.~~ .~~ ................................................................................... .. 

the right to the use of .. ~.?~.~~.?~.~.?.~ ... ~~~.~~~.~ ... ~.~ ... \~~~~.~!.~~Y. .... ironl the puLlic waters of t~1e 

State of 

Alaska for the purposes of .... ~.~~.~~.~~~~ .. y.~~~.?r.. .. ~~!1.~.~~~.~~.?~ .................................................................................... . 

The loce.tion of the '"later source to Y.'hich the w~ter right herein grnnto.d shall ap;Dertah! b .~~nr.t.?~ ... _.'. 

Lake, l:i th G~::1 ~~1t1 P~llstG,:l~ in~~:~;c str-u;:turcs in l~r-ot.r~ctcd SE 1 ... of Section 9 • 

.. .. T1 ~~." ... ~0~~ !~., ... ~.0.~:r.??; .. ~.~y~.~ ... f.! :?~~ ~.1.~~.~ ......................................... : ......................................................................... , ~ 

. . 

and the right to s3id water shull be ~pr>urtenant to that certain tract of real prcpcr·:.y descr:b~d as 

follows: 

PO\':cr pl~nt in pl"otrac~ed SE 1/4 cf r~E 1/4 of S~ction IS, T41S, R69E, 

Coppel· Hi vcr l·!0ridi~m. 

Beneficial use of water began ...... ~.~.~.~ ................................................................................................................................ _ 

QJn 3]~Ul' un~ t11 11011\ the said water ri~ht with the appurtenances n'l're()~ '.:'.nto the said Gr:ln~' ~ 

and ............ ~.~~ ................. heirs and a~signs forever, subject to the provisions of A. S. 46.15.140-160. 

1;11 [r'!iH;t1Gl~ll ~"'.:!l~rL'ltf the State of Alasl::a hns caused these prcs:::nts to ~e executed by the .Din·

FILE 

ADL 45781 WATER RIGHTS INQUIRY 

CUSTOMEf\~- I D 000124471 AK ELEC LIGHT & POWER CO 

CASE STATUS CERT ISSD 11 25 1970 DISTRICT SEDOSJ 

OTHER NUM C0000610 PMT EXP FILE LOC SEDO WATER SE_~ 

S U TYPE QUANTITY SIC QQ Q S TWN RNG M LAT LON MON DAYS 

A A DAM 

PRIORITY DATE 

D I Vf\:SN r-;:ATE 

SUBDIVISION 

CK., RVR .. LAKE 

COMMENTS 

74~0 C 4912 HE SE 09 041S 069£ C 0581936.5 1340739.1 W 365 

A 12 31 1915 

RELIABILITY-LOC MAPS 

QUAN 

ANNEX LAKE 

SDURCE- ANNEX LAKE WITH A DAM AND PENS 

TOCK INTAKE STRUCTURES .. SECT 9~ 

USE LOCATION- POWER PLANT IN SECT 15. 

CONDITIONS 

PRESS PF8/18 (CASE MENU) OR PF9/19 (NLAS MENU) TO TERMINATE 

LEGEND: 

SIC = STANDARD INDUSTRIAL CODE 

SIC 4912 = HYDROELECTRIC POWER GENERATION 

C = CUBIC FEET PER SECOND

·..'::-:~.'.~.. 

ij ;~~'~': ~>I 

CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATION OF WATER 

Certificate N09 .. 608 ....................... . 

~ltDW .All .alrn 1By ~lJrsr 

Vrrornts . that the State of Alaska, pursuant to A.S. 46,15, as amended 

and th~ rules and regulations promulgated thereunder, hereby grants to .A-JIndusldes II· ... 

........................................... ..... B.ox ... ~.~.~ ..... Jl,J.~~a.!-J., ... A.~p.5ka ,~8.0~ ............................................................... . 

lhe right to th~ use 0' 4S,24:?20() ... ga.U91:t$.P~r. .. c1IlY .......... from the public walen of lhe Stale of 

Aiask.-for the purposes of ... (!t(!~tr~.~ .. po~o~ .. gl?n~rati.(m ...... 

The location of the watcr source to which the water right herein granted shaU appertain ill 

ta it rac~. 

froa Salmon Creek Power Plant No.2. comlllned with water froc North Fork and 

..... South.f

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DIVISION OF LAND AND WATER MANAGBMENT 

TEMPORARY 


ADL 45780-P 

Pursuant to AS 46. J S. as amended and the rules and regulations promulgated thereunder, pennission 

is hereby panted ALASKA ELECTRIC LIGHT AND POWER COMPANY, 134 North Franklin Street,. 

Juneau, Alaska 99801 for the following changes to their existing Certificate of 

Appropriation No. 608, ADL 45780: 

1) The location of the water source to which the water right shall appertain 

is changed to, "the Salmon Creek Reservior, with dam and penstock located 

within the NE!.;SE!, Protracted Section 2, T.4lS., R.67E., Copper River Meridian. fII 

.: 

2) Alaska Electric Light and Power Company proposes to delete th~ concrete 

headworks that would have connected the Lower Powerhouse No. 1 penstock 

to the Upper Powerhouse No. 2 tailrace by now connecting the proposed 

42-inch diameter penstock to the existing riveted steel penstock upstream 

of Upper Powerhouse No.2 by means of a 30-inch Y-Branch and two butterfly 

valves. One valve would lead to Upper Powerhouse No. 1 and one would lead 

to the new penstock. A new Powerhouse will be constructed adjacent to the 

existing Lower Powerhouse No. 1 containing a single generating unit with 

a rated capacity of 6,700 KW, and a new tailrace discharging into the 

existing tailrace which discharges into Gastineau channel. 

Structures to be constructed and used 42" Diameter Penstock connected to Existing Penstock., 

by a 30" WYE Branch and two butterfly valves; a new 6700 KW Powerhouse adjacent to 

Salmon Creek Power Plat No.1. 

10-108 (Rev. 3182'

Changes in the natural state of water are to be maiJe u stated herein and for the purposes indicated. 

DUring the effective period of this pennit, the pennittee shall comply with the following conditions: 

CONDITIONS: 

I. Follow acceptable engineering standards in exercising the rights granted herein. 

2. Comply with all applicable laws, and any rules and/or regulations issued thereunder. 

3. Indemnify the State against and hold it hannless from any and all claims, demands. suits, 

loss, liability and expense for injury to or death of persons and damages to or loss of property 

arising out of or connected with the exercise of the privileges covered by this pennit. 

4. Notify the Alaska Division of Land and Water Management upon CHANGE OF 

ADDRESS or TRANSFER OF ANY REAL PROPERTY related hereto. 

5. Pursuant to 11 AAC 93.930 if no objections are received within one year, th~ 

changes authorized by this temporary permit will become permanent and the 

Couunissioner will issue an amended permit or Certificate of Appropriation t» 

represent the water right as changed. 

6. Pursuant to AS 46.15.100 and 11 AAC 93.l20(b), the permittee shall keep daily 

records of the amount of water used in the Lower Powerhouse and submit thOSe 

records to the Southeast District Office on a quarterly basis. 

7. Per AS 46.100 and 11 AAC 93.l20(b), the applicant should investigate the 

possibility of utilizing the Upper Powerhouse during ?eriods of low flows 

and to schedule the spilling of excess water from the dam during periods 

of low flow. AELP shall provide a flow regime of the Salmon Creek watershe:. 

to the Southeast District Office by December 31, 1984. 

8. Per AS 46.15.160, submit an application for a change of appropriation for 

ADL 5l675-C, Certificate of Appropriation No. 611, as necessary for the change~ 

. .. inc;urred UUdE!f. the ..

FILE ADL 45780 WATER RIGHTS INQUIRY 

CUSTOMER-ID 900124471 AK ELEC LIGHT & POWER CO 

CASE STATUS CERT REVW 09 04 1984 DISTRICT SEDOSJ 

OTHER HUM Ce0e0608 PHT EX? 07 31 1985 FILE LOC SEDO FILES 

S U TYPE QUANTITY SIC QQ Q S TWN RNG H LAT LON MON DAY~ 

A A DAM 70.0 C 4912 HE SE 02 041S 067E C 0582031.3 1342401.3 W 365 

PRIORITY DATE A 12 31 1913 

DIVRSN RATE RELIABILITY-LOC FLD QUAN 

SUBDIVISION USS 3924 

CK,RVR,LAKE 

COMMENTS 

SALMON CREEK 

SOURCE-THE SALMON CREEK RESERVIOR WITH DAM AND PENSTOCK 

USE- NEW POWERHOUSE ADJACENT TO OLD POWERHOUSE NO.1 

CONDITIONS 

PRESS PF8/1B (CASE MENU) OR PF9/19 (NLAS MENU) TO TERMINATE 

LEGEND: 

. 


SIC 4912 = HYDROELECTRIC POWER GENERATION USE 

C = CUBIC FEET PER SECOND 

FLD = FIELD INSPECTED

. 

J.~~ 

~V;;~." 

!. 

, I 

I 

CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATION OF WATER 

C.rt1fIca.t. No. .. UL ...................... . 

f ! 1 . • • 

EnG. ~ll Sru Iy mqt.., IIrramt. tbat the Slate of Alalka. p",n",ant to A.5. •• la. u amended 

. '.: 

~d the nales Uld regulations promulgated thereunder, h,reby,rUlu to .~~~... I.~d~~.r~.~~., ..................... 

._......... . 

_......................-......................................... . Box 429, 

·~·;;;D-.. 


t·b·~·· ..................................................................................................... 

. the rieht to the UIe of .... ~!.~~.~~.,.l.~.~ .. I!.~.~!?~! ... P!! .. ~.~r. ...:...........(rom the public waten of the Stala of 

AlUki fOr the pUI'JIGMII of .... !~.c:.~~.~~~ .. ~.~!!' ... J~.~~~!.~.~~ .................................................................................... . 

The lacaUOD of the :.rater IOUrc:e to 'whic::h the water nlht herein IrUlted shan appertain is ... S.all1O~ .... 

Creok Reservoir, with da. and penstock intake in pTOtracted HE 1/4 of SE 1/4 of 

.. S.c:UDn .. 2 .... 141S .... 1b.1E .... Coppe.r .. .aiyl:r. .. ~ridiaa .............................................................................................. . 

..... the ~riJht to said water ahaU be appurtenant to that c:er\aJ.n tract of real property duc::r1bed u 

'.: 

foUowa: Salaan Creek Power Plant No.2, in pTOtracted SN 1/4 of SW 1/4 of Section 2, 

. T4lS. 167£. Copper R.ivcz: Meridian. 

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~fic::;i&l UN of water· be,aD .... )?~~........;....................... ~ .......................................................................................... 

lia 'BOUt au to EDl'll the laid water right with the appu~tenances t"~reot unto the .aid Grantee 

~ .......... J~ .... : ........... heirs and assigns forever. lubject to the provisions of A. S. 46.1~.}(O-J60. 

lu Qlr.illllUJny m~rrro{ the State'of Aluka baa caused these prelenu to De executed bythc Dirl."c:tor 

: ' . 

of 1.be Division of Lands pursuant to A. S. 46.J5, as amended, thia........................ 2S.th. .................................... . 

u.;· .;:.........!.~~!~~.~.~....._........................... A.D. l •...!.~...• 

St.~1 Record of Water Right Certificates 

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Vol. V........ . . Pal:4! ... 611. . ......... ADL 51675 

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CUSTOHER-ID 000124471 AK ELEC LIGHT & POWER CO 

CASE STATUS CERT ISSD 11 25 1970 DISTRICT SEDOSJ 

OTHER NUM C0000611 PHT EXP FILE LOC SEDD WATER SECT 

S U TYPE QUANTITY SIC QQ Q S TWN RNG M LAT LON MON DAY~ 

A A DAM 105.0 C 4912 NE SE 02 041S 067E C 0582031.3 1342401.3 W 363 


DIVRSN RATE RELIABILITY-LOC FLD QUAN 

SUBDIVISION 

CK,RVR,LAKE 

SALMON CREEK 

COMMENTS SOURCE-SALMON CK RESVERVIOR WITH DAM & PENSTOCK 

USE-POWERHOUSE NO.2, SW1/4SW1/4! SEC 2. 

CONDITIONS 


LEGEND: 


SIC 4912 = HYDROELECTRIC POWER GENERATION 

C = CUBIC FEET PER SECOND 

FLD = FIELD INSPECTED

STATE·OF ALASKA 

DE~~TMENT OF NATURAL RESOURC~ 

DIVISION OF LAND AND WATER MANAG M£NT 

PERMIT 

TO 

APPROPRIATE WATER 

LAS 1942 

THE STATE OF ALASKA UNDER AS 46.15, THE ALASKA WATER USE ACT, 

AND THE REGULATIONS ADOPTED UNDER IT, GRANTS TO: 

JUNEAU,C&B 

155 S .. SEWARD ST 

JUNEAU, AK .. 99801 

THE RIGHT TO DEVELOP THE USE OF WATER FROM THE FOLLOWING SOURCE: 

A) OTHER UNDEFINED , WITH A -':'RIORITY DATE OF·I;)7/03/1984'· 

10 .. 0 MILLION GAL/DAY 

FOR PUBLIC SUPPLY 

365 DAYS/YR 

THE LOCATION TO WHICH THIS WATER RIGHT APPERTAINS IS: 

THE TAILRACE OF A NEW, AEL&P LOWER SALMON CREEK POWERHOUSE WITHIN A 

FRACTIONAL PORTION OF U .. S.SURVEY 3824 LOCATED WITHIN THE NW1/4SEi/4 

PROTRACTED SECTION 09, TOWNSHIP 41 SOUTH, RANGE 67 EAST, COPPER RIVER 

MERIDIAN MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED BY METES AND BOUNDS AS FOLLOWS: 

BEGINNING AT A POINT ON THE COMMON BOUNDARY BETWEEN THE NORTHERLY 

RIGHT-OF-WAY LIMITS OF EGAN DRIVE AND U .. S .. ,SURVEY NO .. 3824, SAID POINT 

BEING THE SOUTHERLY HOST POINT OF THIS DESC~IPTION, FROM WHICH 

MONUMENT CORNER NO.4, U .. S .. SURVEY NO .. ·3824 BEARS NORTH .1.5 DEG 44 MIN 

09 SEC EAST - 540 .. 10 FEETj THENCE ALONG THE SOUTHERLY BOUNDARY BEING 

COMMON TO THE NORTHERLY RIGHT-OF-WAY LIMITS OF EGAN DRIVE THE 

FOLLOWING COURSES: NORTH 41 DEG 59 MIN 25 SEC WEST - 25~9a FEET; NORTH 

16 DEG 59 MIN 25 SEC WEST - 42 .. 26 FEET; NORTH 62 DEG 33 MIN 27 SEC' 

WEST - 11 .. 13 FEET; NORTH 27 DEG 26 MIN 33 SEC EAST - 11 .. 35 FEET; 

NORTH 16 DEG 59 MIN 25 SEC WEST - 12.81 FEET; NORTH 46 DEG 59 MIN 19 

SEC EAST - 81.52 FEET.TO A POINT OF CURVATURE; THENCE CONTINUING, 

ALONG A 1 DEG 53 MIN 05 SEC CURVE TO THE LEFT, THROUGH AN ARC OF 0 DEb 

13M I N 01 SEC I AN ARC LENG TH OF· 1'1' .. 51 . FEET (-RAD IUS' = '3039 ~"79 . FEET-) 

TO A POINT ON CURVATURE; THENC~ DEPARTING AFOREMENTIONED SOUTHERLY 

BOUNDARY BEING IDENTICAL WITH THE NORTHERLY RIGHT-OF-WAY LIMITS OF 

EGAN DRIVE, NORTH 22 DEG 20 MIN 16 SEC EAST - 379.99 FEET MORE OR LESS 

TO A POINT ON THE LINE COMMON TO U.S. SURVEY 3824 AND U.S.M .. S. 955 

(EXTENSION NO .. i-BOSTON KING LODE); THENCE ALONG SAID LINE SOUTH 33 

DEG 55 MIN EAST - 150 .. 33 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 22 DEG 20 MIN 16 SEC WEST 

389.44 FEET; THENCE NORTH 32 DEC 46 MIN 54 SEC WEST - 41.65 FEET; 

THENCE SOUTH 58 DEG 21 MIN 55 SEC WEST - 47.60 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 48 

PAGE 1

PERMIT 

TO 

APPROPRIATE WATER 

LAS 1942 

DEG 00 MIN 35 SEC WEST - 41.48 FEET TO A POINT ON THE COMMON BOUNDARY 

BETWEEN U.S. SURVEY NO. 3824 AND THE NORTHERLY RIGHT-OF-WAY LIMITS OF 

EGAN DRIVE, BEING THE TRUE POINT AND PLACE OF BEGINNING. 

THE WATER RIGHT SHALL BE APPURTENANT TO AND USED FOR THE CITY AND 

BOROUGH OF JUNEAU MUNICIPAL WATER SYSTEM. 

CHANGES IN THE NATURAL STATE OF WATER ARE TO BE MADE IN THE MANNER AND 

ONLY FOR THE PlJRPOSES STATED IN THIS PERMIT. THIS PERMIT IS SUBJECT 

TO THE PERTINENT STATUTORY PROVISIONS IN AS 46.15, ADMINISTRATIVE 

REGULATIONS IN it AAC 93, AND THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS: 

THE HOLDER OF THIS PERMIT SHALL: 

FOLLOW ACCEPTABLE ENGINEERING STANDARDS IN EXERCISING THE PRIVILEGE 

GRANTED BY THIS PERMIT. 

DEFEND AND INDEMNIFY THE STATE AGAINST AND HOLD IT HARMLESS FROM 

ANY AND ALL CLAIMS, DEMANDS, LEGAL ACTIONS. LOSS, LIABILITY AND 

EXPENSE FOR INJURY TO OR. DEATH OF PERSONS AND DAMAGES TO OR LOSS 

OF PROPERTY ARISING OUT OF OR CONNECTED WITH THE EXERCISE OF THE 

PRIVILEGE GRANTED BY THIS PERMIT. 

COMPLY WITH ALL APPLICABLE LAWS, REGULATIONS AND CONDITIONS. 

NOTIFY THE DIVISION OF LAND AND WATER MANAGEMENT, DEPARTMENT OF 

NATURAL RESOURCES OF ANY CHANGE OF ADDRESS OF THE GRANTEE OR 

TRANSFER OF ANY REAL PROPERTY IDENTIFIED IN THIS DOCUMENT. 

ESTABLISH A METERING SYSTEM WHICH CONTINUOUSLY RECORDS DAILY 

FLOWS OF OUTPUT FROM THE 412,000 GALLON CHLORINE CONTACT TANK 

TO THE DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM AND CONVEY THESE RECORDS TO THE 

SOUTHEAST DISTRICT WATER MANAGEMENT OFFICE ON A QUATERLY BASIS, 

WITH THE FIRST CONVEYANCE TO OCCUR WITHIN 97 DAYS OF THE INITIAL 

START UP OF THIS SOURCE SYSTEM. 

THIS PERMIT SHALL EXPIRE ON 07/03/1989 

THIS PERMIT TO APPROPRIATE WATER IS ISSUED BY AUTHORITY OF 

AS 46.t5.080 AND 11 AAC 93.120 ON ___ J~~~~1F_l~ _________ ,19~~_. 

APPROVED: ___ ~~_~~ ___________________ __ 

TITLE: ----~JUL~_~l~~~_----------- 

DIVISIdN O~ LAND AND WATER MANAGEMENT 

PAGE 2

FILE 

CUSTOMER-ID 

CASE STATUS 

LAS 1942 

000126204 JUNEAU,C&B 

PERMT ISSD 

WATER RIGHTS INQUIRY 

...... MORE 

01 17 1985 DISTRICT SEDOSJ 

OTHER NUH PMT EXP 07 03 1989 FILE LOC L&WM WATER SECT 

S tJ TYPE QUANT I TY SIC QQ Q S TWN RNG M LAT LON MON DA'{:: 

A A OTUR 

PRIORITY DATE 

nIVRSN RATE 

SUBDIVISION 

Ct



DIVISION OF LAND AND WATER MANAGEMENT 


AMENDEDADL 62230-P 

--~----------------- 

Pursuant to AS 46.15, as amended and the rules and regulations promulgated thereunder, pennission 

is hereby granted The CITY AND BOROUGH OF JUNEAU, 155 S. Seward St., Juneau, Alaska 99801 

to develop the use of 9 cubic feet of water per second for salmon aquaculture, a publi~ 

water supply system for adjacent residential areas and for the maintenance of water 

quality and lake levels at Twin Lakes. The water will be taken from Salmon Creek 

within Nineral Survey 955 at a point which bears N 67°44' E approximately 440 feet frOt'\ 

Corner No. 1 of Mineral Survey 955 within the SE~~~ Protracted Section 9, Township 

41 South, Range 67 East, Copper River Meridian. The areas of use will be Twin Lakes. 

the adjacent fish hatchery, and adjacent residential areas all located within Protracted 

Sections 5 and 9 and the NE~E~ Protracted Section 8, Township 41 South, Range 67 East, 

Copper River Meridian • 

••• 1 

StructuJ'C! to be constructed and used water intake. trash rack. shut of f "alves, 

diversion tunnel. supnly line ----~~~--~~~--~--~~------------~--- 

and other related equipment 

10·108 lAw. 3I8:n

Changes in the natural state of water are to be made as stated herein and for the purposes indicated. 

During the effective period of this permit, the permittee shall comply with the following conditions: 

CONDITIONS: 

1. Follow acceptable engineering standards in exercising the rights granted herein. 

2. Comply with all applicable laws, and any rules and/or regulations issued thereunder. 

3. Indemnify the State against and hold it harmless from any and all claims, demands. suits.. 

loss, liability and expense for injury to or death of persons and damages to or loss of property 

arising out of or connected with the exercise of the privileges covered by this permit. 

4. Notify the Alaska Division of Forest, Land and Water Management upon CHANGE OF 

ADDRESS or TRANSFER OF ANY REAL PROPERTY related hereto. 

I 

5. Per AS 46.15.100 and 11 AAC 93.120, establish a metering system 

acceptable to the Division and provide records of daily water use 

and pumping rates on a quarterly basis. 

6. Per AS 46~15.100 and 11 AAC 93.120, obtain the necessary right(s) 

of way for the placement of, utilization of, and access to 

structures necessary for the taking of water issued under this 

permit. 

7. A minimum stream flow of 3 cfs will be maintained in Salmon 

Creek downstream from the point of withdrawal . 

.. -. 1: 

The Division of Forest, Land and Water Management may suspend operations effected under this permit 

whenever such suspension shaH in its judgment be necessary to protect the public interest or that of a 

prior appropriator. 

Priori ty da te _.DA...... 

1l~q ...... llw.St ........ l ... 3..1..,t--J .... 9""'7t...3L.-_____ _ 

This permit shall expire 

an g)J 5 t 1 3 

_'.... 

9;u;8 .. 7L.-___ _ 

Date issued 

/- 3 I 0-'7 

_________________________ t_O_~ 

_______ _ 

10-108 

Rev. 6/79 

APPROVED:~~~~~__.~__.~~~~----------- 

Divis~ of Forest, Land and Water Management 

Department of Natural Resources

FILE 

CUSTOMER-ID 

CASE STATUS 

OTHER NUM 

ADL 62230 

WATER RIGHTS INQUIRY 

000126204 JUNEAU,C&B 

PERMT ISSD 

01 31 1983 DISTRICT SEDOSJ 

PMT EXP 08 13 1987 FILE LOC SEDO WATER SECT 

S U TYPE QUANTITY SIC QQ Q S TWN RNG M LAT LON MON DA"": 

A A STRM 9.0 C 9511 SE NW 09 041S e67E C 0581957.3 1342801.0 W 3c' 


DIVRSN RATE 

RELIABILITY-LOe FLD QUAN R 

SUBDIVISION 

CK,RVR.L(')KE 

COMMENTS 

CONDITIONS 

PRESS PFS/18 

SALMON CREEl( 

WATER TO BE USED TO MAINTAIN LAKE LEVELS IN TWIN LAKES, 

12-16-81 CHANGE OF APPROPRIATION TO ADD USES OF PUBLIC WATER 

SUPPLY AND SALMON AFQUICULTURE IN TWIN LAKES HATCHERY. 

10 15 17 

(CASE MENU) OR PF9/19 (NLAS MENU) TO TERMINATE 

LEGEND: 


SIC 9511 = ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY MANAGEMENT USE 

C = CUBIC FEET PER SECOND

CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATION 

ADL 

l00508-C 

ijJ~2 ~at2 of Alaska. pursuant to AS 46.15, the Alaska Water Use Act, as amended and the regulation~ 

promulgated thereunder grants to JOSEPH R. HENRI and AI,ETHA W. HENRI. P.o. Box 357 « 

I . 


the right to the use of 2,000 gallons of water per day for multi-family domestic use 

1 ..."1. I: 

... ~ 

from the public waters of the. ·e of Alaska. The location of the water source to whicb the water right 

g~anted appertains is a dug 1fI. 1, approximately 20 feet deep, wi thin Parcel 2 I U. S • 

. Survey 1075 I SEJaNW"- Protrac. i Section 9, Township 41 South I Range 67 East I Copper 

River Meridian

• • 

and the water right shall be appurtenant to that certain tract of real property described as follows: 

Parcel 2, u.s. Survey 1075, SE~NW~ 

67 East, Copper River Meridian. 

9, Township 41 South, Range . 

Priority of appropriation began April 6, 1979 . The water right is subject to [he 

provisions of AS 46.15.140·160 and applicable regulations which deal with abandonment, forfeiture, and 

reversion of appropriations, preferred use, and transfer and change of appropriations. 

mqe ~ntt of 1\luska. Division of Forest, Land and Wa.ter Management pursuant to AS 46.15, as 

amended, issues this Certificate of Appropriation on this 28th day of May A.D. 

19 81 

-.; . 

. " , 

, 

~ '\ 

:':f ' :' L 

Director DIVIsion of Forest, Land and Water Managemenr 

~.,~ 'i~~~0:~~~'~~'~.'·~· ~~' ~~~~T~-~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ 


CUSTOMER-ID 900114594 HENRI. JOSEPH R 

CASE STATUS eERT ISSD 05 28 1981 DISTRICT SEDOSJ 

OTHER NUM PMT EXP FILE LOC SEDO WATER SECT 

S U TYPE QUANTITY SIC QQ Q S TWN RNG M LAT LON MON DAYS 

A A DUGW 2000.0 G 6514 SE NW 09 041S 067E C 0581955.3 1342801~0 W 365 


DIVRSH RATE RELIABILITY-LOC MAPS QUAN 

SUBDIVISION USS 1075 

CK,RVR,LAKE 

COMMENTS 

SOURCE= DUG WELL 20· DEEP ADJACENT TO SALMON CREEK. 

USE=IN 4 MOBILE HOMES ON LOT 2, U.S. SURVEY 1075. 

CONDITIONS 


LEGEND: 

SIC ~ STANDARD INDUSTRIAL CODE 

SIC 6514 = MULTIFAMILY DOMESTIC USE 

G ~ GALLONS PER DAY 

DUGW = DUG WELL



I)IVISION OF LAND AND WATER MANAGEMENT 

OFFICE USE ONLY 

APPLICA nON FOR WATER RIGHT 

Instructions: You will need (I) I map showing t..'te location of your source of water and the area of use .. 

« .:) a copy of your property owraership document, i.e. deed, patent. lease agreement or an easement 

agre"!'ment if you do not own the property involved, (3) a copy of your driller's well log, if application 

is for an existing well, (4) Statement of Beneficial Use Of Water (Form 10-1003A) if this is an existing 

w3ter use. md (5) Application for Permit to Const!'Uct or Modify Dam (Form 10-1015) if you will be 

constructinl a dam over 10 feet high or over SO acre feet of stora~. Please type or print in ink. 

l. Full legal name of Applicant{s) Douglas Island Pink and Chum 

.., 

Mailing Address P.O. Box 168 


Home Phone Bu~ess Phone (907)586-4041 

3. Source of Water Supply: 

-------------------------- 

(a) 

DWell 

o Drilled 0 Hand Driven DDul 0 Other ________ _ 

If existing well, attach copy of driller's well log. 

(b) 

10·102 fRev. 3182) 

If existing weU, and no lOS. supply all known information 

Total depth ______ 

Orawdown ------- 

Intake Depth _____ 

Screened Yes No Unknown 

Static level --------- 

GJ Surface Water 

o Stream 0 RiYer l!J Lake 0 Sprina 

Give ,eoJl'3phic name (it unnamed, state so) 

Tailrace-Salmon Creek Powerhousi'.

\. 

Water will be tuen from sl.lrface water source by: 

.. • 

IX I Pumping 

I 

I Gravtty Flow System 

Q Diversion (Altering a watercourse) Attach sketch and plans ~vlng dimenSions 

and speclticanons. 

It Damminp: - Attach sketch and plans pvina dimensions and specifications. If dam is 

--' over 10 feet high or over SO acre feet stor:lge, ~L'ST file Application for Permit to 

Const:u~! or ~fodiry Dam (Fonn 10-10!S). 

- 

~ Other 

lOC3t10n or point of WITHDRAWAL. O[vERSION. or J1dPOl~D~ENT: 

~fUST attach copy of map or subdivision plat and indicate location 

(a) 

(b) 

Fractional part SE!t, Section _ .... 9 __- 

Township 41 S. • Range 67 E. , Copper River Meridian. 

If applicable, Lot, Block. Subdivision: U.S. Survey No. 

Does applicant OW...!L9r !ease the property at point of water withdrawal and over which water is 

transported? Yes ~ No m Lease ap11ied for (ADL 104286) 

If "Yes:' MUST attac~ copy of ownership docurr:e:lt (Le. deed, patent) 

If "No," ~1:ST oba:n an easement or right-of-way and s'.lpply copy. Give n:une, :nailing 

address and t'~one number(s) of legal owner. 

~ame 

~ailing 

Address 

-------------------------------------------------------- 

Zip ------- 

Home phone __________ Business Phone _______________ 

- 

5. Location of ~oint of ill.= Ir same as question 4, check and go to question 6. ~ 

MUST attach copy of map or subdivision plat and indicate location. 

(a) Fr3ctional part Section 

Township ____ ----~------------- , lUnge _________ ~~-- 

~eridian. 

(b) 

If applicable. Lot. Block., Subdivision; U.S. Survey No. 

(c) Does appliC3.nt own orle3Se the propetty at point of water use? Yes 0 

If "Yes,," ~UST attach copy of ownership document (i.e. deed, patent) 

-------------------------- 

~o f !

! 

.f 

/ 

Office Use I 

SIC 

Type(s) Of 

Use 

8800 ( 1) Single Family 

(a) Fully plumbed 

(b) Partially plumbed 

(c) Unplumbed 

6St4 

(1) Duplex 

I 

(3) Multi-Family 

701 i I (4) ~ocel. Resort I 

i 

o:~, 

(5) Livestock 

I 

I Oairy Cows 

I Hosing dairy barn 

011: I Range Cattle 

0:"': : Horses I 

,)11..1 I Sheep 

I GoalS and Hogs I 

! Poultry. Rabbits. etc. I 

; (6) Irrigation I 

! (Type of Crop: f~ 

I ) 

! ("':') Commerc:al/ II 

I 

l 

WATER USE CHART 

Standard 

Q'uancities 

Per Household 

SOO GPD 

250 GPO 

7S GPO 

Per DupJex 1000 GPO ! 

I 

Per Unit ~SO GPO 

Per Room 100 GPO ! 

Per Head 

I 

30 GPO I 

3S GPO 

I 

IS GPD 

I 

15 GPO ! 

2 GPO 

, 

3 GPD I 

I GPO I 

Livestock Total 

Per Acre 

0.5 AFY 

I 

Quantity 

Requested 

GPO 

Months or 'Use 

From To 

(Inclusive) 

CPO 1 

1 

GPO I 

I 

GPO I ! 

,.....-......-.; 

GPD ! 

I I 

GPO I I 

I 

I , 

I 

GPD 

I 

GPO I ! 

GPO I I 

I 

GPO 

I 

- 

- 

.-- 

I 

GPO ! I 

GPD 1 I . 

GPO I I 

GPO 

AFY 

I • - ~ ~ 1 

I 

I Industrial 

I (8) Other: ___.....;Ii--------~-------+_--~--- 

DEFINITIONS: 

GPO - gClllons per day AFY • acre feet ~r year CF'S • cubic feet per second 

(1 ) SI~G LE F A..\{IL Y • Water use necessary for a single household and the irrigation of up to 

J 0.000 sq. ft. of yard and garden. 

(a) 

Fully plumbed· Water piped into the residence for domestic uses. Hot wa[er ht'3ter 

and water flush toilet included. 

(b) 

Partially plumbed • Water piped into residence for limited domestic uses. Generally 

no hot water heater and no water flush toilet included. 

- - --~ - .----. ----.;.;;...;..; .......... ---.. 

(c) L'nplumbed· ~o water piped into the residence. Water is hand carried for linli~t'd 

domestic: use. - - - 

(:) Dl:PLEX • Water use necessary for two single households and the irrig:ation or up to :0.000 sq. 

ft. of yard and larden. 

(3) \iULTI·F.Au,\1ILY· Water use neceuary for three or more households. Apartment unit:; 

included.

M~g Addre~ ________________________________________________ 

If "No," MUST obtain an easement or right-of-way and supply copy. Give name, maiiimtg 

address and phone number(s) ofJepl owner. 

Name 

__ 

Zip ____ _ 

Home phone _______ -- Busine~ Phone ____ - 

________ _ 

6. Type of water use and Quantity oC water needed: Please fill in the attached Water Use ~ 

indicating the quantity of water and months of use for each trOt of water use. Standard quantitite'~ 

and deful1t10nS are provided for your convenience. If wateTii'Se lS or a Commercial/Industrial Pu~S'! 

or Other Use not on the Water Use Chan. refer to question 7. 

7. Commercial/Industrial and Other Uses: 

Explain in detail the basis for quantity of water requested. Use additional sheet of paper if nee:c:!cd. 

Indicate type of operation including structures and methods used. Include a sketch or engin~ g 

drawings. Enter quantity requested and months of use on attached Water Use Chart. 

Based on incubation of 100 million pink salmon, 20 million chum salmon, and 

250,000 king/coho salmon; rearing of 250,000 king/coho salmon smolts; and 

3.0 CFS required to operate fishway during adult fish returns. 

8. Date when water use began or is expected to begin June 1986 . If water use is existing, rxn@c 

Statement of Beneficial Use of Water (Fonn 1 ()'1 OOJA). 

o 

~ 

HAVE YOU ATIACHED? 

Deed, patent .. lease, etc. 

USGS or Subdivision map 

Water Use Chart 

o Statement of Beneficial Use of Water (Fonn 1 ()"'1 003A) (if existing water use) 

-- 

n Driller's log (if existing welH 

Diversion sketch and plans 

o Dam sketch and plans 

Statements appearing herein are to the best of my knowledge true and correct. 

OFFICE 

USE 

ONLY 

X,Y 

RMI 

, 

Location 

check 

Other 

;

.,05[· C •••• rel.1 U.e 

A2EA II{(!(. u~" IN 

'riv.tt, Non-rroflt Flah natchery 

TE Appro.l.ately 75,000 CY of •• t,rl.1 to b. 

dred"d fro. net pen .r.... Appro.i.ately 

2S,OOO CY to b. u,td a. fill for h.tchery 

conltruction .nd 50.000 CY to be dt.ro •• d 

of b7 public bid. Bulkh •• d to be vIed 

for contain •• nt of hydr.ulic.1ly-pl.ced 

.at,rlal. 

4~nt"""C' '-'ItC.,.,-s OF t:AtED+J.J, 

$)'fe.£ "" IN 40 

CHANNEL Dill VE 

---------- - 

$ ,#,'.

APPENDIX E-3 

WATER QUALTY STANDARDS AND CERTIFICATION 

A copy of the Alaska water quality criteria and classification 

system, which together constitute the Alaska water quality standards, are 

included for reference. 

A copy of the letter waiving the water quality certification 

required under Section 401 of the Clean Water Act is also included in this 

Appendix.

706:1002 

(c) A person seeking a short-term variance of the water 

quality criteria shall submit a request to the commissioner. 

The request must contain the location. 

time, duration. and type of activity requiring the 

vari .. nce: reasons why the activity is required; the 

geographical extent and quantified degree of variance 

from the applicable criteria required: detailed plans 

or construction or operational techniques proposed; 

and an estimate of the impact of the activity on the uses 

of the waters involved. including growth and propagation 

or fish. shellfish. other aquatic life and wildlife. including 

seabirds. waterfowl and furbearers. The commissioner 

witf. in his discretion. treat an application for a U.S. 

Army Corps of Engineers' permit as an application for 

a short-term variance for temporary activities associated 

with the placement of dredged or fill material 

when the commissioner determines that a variance is 

needed l'Or certification of the activity. Upon the commissioner's 

request. the applicant shall submit additional 

information required for processing of an application for 

a short-term variance. 

(d) I f the commissioner determines that the application 

may generate substantial controversy. he will issue public 

notice of the application under (e) of this section. rf 

public notice is not issued. the commissioner will obtain 

the staff recommendation on the application within 20 

days of receipt of the application. and will issue the 

departments decision within 10 days after receipt of the 

staff recommendation. 

(e) rf the commissioner determines to issue public 

notice under (d) of this section, he will. within 10 days of 

receipt of the application. publ ish notice of the application 

in two editions of a newspaper in general circulation 

within the area which will be most significantly affected 

by the decision. and in other media the commissioner 

deems appropriate. The notice will summarize the subslance 

of the request. and will identify the office of the 

department where copies of the request and supporting 

documents may be obtained. Public comment will be 

considered timely if it is submitted within 30 days of the 

second publication of notice. A mailing list of interested 

persons and organizHtions wishing to receive copies of the 

public notice will be maintained by the department for 

mailing at the time notice is given. 

(f) Within 10 days of the close of the public notice 

period. a staff person designated by the commissioner 

will issue a recommendation. The recommendation will 

include the basis for recommending approval or disapproval 

of the variance request. Where public comment 

adverse to the request has been received by the department, 

and where the staff recommendation is to approve 

the request. it will state the staff rationale for the 

recommendation. The rationale for a recommended 

denial will also be provided. The staff recommendation 

will be forwarded to the commissioner for his review. The 

recommendation will be served on the appl icant, and on 

all persons who submitted timely written comments. 

(g) Within 10 days of service of the staffs recommendation, 

the applicant, or any other person who submitted 

STATE WATER LAWS 

timely written comments on the application, may serve 

upon the commissioner comments on the recommendation. 

A II comments served. and all supplemental matters 

submitted by the staff, will be placed in a record file. The 

record file will be closed 10 days after the deadline for 

serving comments under this subsection. 

(h) Within 10 days of closing the record file. the commissioner. 

or his designee. based upon the matters contained 

in the record file. will affirm. modify or reverse the 

staff recommendation. The commissioner or his designee 

will. in his discretion. adopt the fndings and conclusions 

in the staff recommendation by reference. The decision 

will be served on the applicant and all persons who submitted 

timely written comments. 

(i) The commissioner or his designee will, in his discretion. 

include conditions in the short-term variance deemed 

necessary to insure that disturbance to water quality 

and protected uses, including growth and propagation of 

fish. shellfish. other aquatic life. and wildlife including 

seabirds, waterfowl and furbearers. is minimized. 

IS AAC 70.020. PROTECTED WATER USES 

AND CRITERIA. (a) Uses of waters of the state 

protected by water quality criteria established in (b) of 

this sect ion are 

(I) Frcsh Waters 

(A) Water Supply 

(i) drinking. culinary and food processing: 

(ii) agriculture. including irrigation and stock watering; 

(iii) aquaculture: 

(iv) industrial. including any watcr supply used in 

association with a manufacturing or production enterprise 

(other than food processing) including mining. 

placer mining. energy production or development. 

(8) Water Recreation 

(i) contact recreation: 

(ii) secondary recr\!ati~n: 

(C) Growth and propagation of fish. shellfish. other 

aquatic life. and wildlife including waterfowl and furbearers. 

(2) Marine Waters 

(A) Water Supply 

(i) aquaculture; 

(ii) seafood processing: 

(iii) industrial. including any water supply used i~ 

association with a manufacturing or production enterprise 

(other than food processing) including mining. 

placer mining. energy production or development. 

(8) Water Recreation 

(i) contact recreation; 

(ii) secondary recreation. 

(C) Growth and propagation of fish, shellfish. other 

aquatic life. and wildlife including seabirds. waterl'Owl 

and furbearers. 

(D) Harvesting for consumption of raw mollusks or 

other raw aquatic life. 

(b) Water quality criteria applicable to each protected 

water use are: 

environment Reporter 76

ALASKA WATER STANDARDS 

S-$83 

708:1003 

'/' . 

WATER _ 

QUAlITV 

PARAMITEPS 

I 

~f:t:SH. 1 

\VdtR USES 

lA' ~'t., ... Su...,ty 

I., d'.n ....... CIllIt 

I 

t 

I 

AMY .. ,,11 t..- ...... .. 

'"'J 

WATER QUALiTY CRITERIA 

11, 

HeAL COliFORM8AcnRIA Ife, 

ISnHPlot II 

Rf!f~1 

••.." 

n .....' tn ........ 1 "'C'''''"t In f (;IhlO 1ftI ......... not _ 

,:..." Ill,. of _-..,5 .............'40 fOUIO "" f~ .. 

'jlC'llIl"joNMw """ rr ~.I ..," "".. ,.. ""...... , 

relll'" m ....... '''"''1 1l1li .... roIi'fJlIb MMnbr_ liIIoor 

r.""niQ, .. fill .... Ih.ln J fe/IOO mI wt_ IIW1!I .......... 

12) 

OISSOl YEO GAS 

oro • .-.m of ~ .......... ,.... tIft ..... ".rind UtI :J) D ......' _.,."'" 10.0.' !AlII.,., grL'.t'.,. (hiOl\ Of 

tcIII •• ,.... "'!'I" 111\1'1 '1Oo>!I1lf,1 oJPIII, In ........'" n, 

_ • .., ..... o(".t\ ~I~ l1li. 1;oIl .... I"C"; .,..:.,.. 

the 1'_1{ ...... fJI II) \jtOl..MoNilltII"II 

.,,',' .. ,rn MPH ....... _ 

-,...--,,-,--------'._-- 

13. 

pH 

'VOlf,~"nn n' pH '0' · 

.... 1." 

n.tI.Ir~")· OUI" II.. Ipre.f.td 

fin.. ,h'" .. IOW.,ek ,he 

, iln9l' • 

Sh ... 1 no' ... Inl Ihm &.0 

o. 1'".''' Ih... '.5 Sh .. 1 

no' U'V fRO'. Ih... 0 5 pH 

un .. f.nm nit.". c.-,dtl.nn. 

IAIWal"'S~ 

I". tljfc.hur .... n 

dud.n, ."....-• .arad 

not" w."""'1 

Fu, puxhicb _,n,"'v cooll'" ...... 'u. ct .. ,., _. O. O ........ I'tiI", Ih .... ) 11'1911 tn ' .. rf~ct' 

1. It Oft of ... '_,,,"'. products .... __ ........ ..a'''' 

un .. 11'1._ 0' !. ..-,1ft I ..... " "' • , ..... ctf 

)0 d .. VS ....... M" tJlcllllCl 200 FC"oo mi ...... nol 

mo.. th.... 10'),. 0' the .. ""... ..... ..CIt'II .., 

fC/loo .... F,.. ,,,oducb nol _ .... Iy coo ....... 

100 ..... ,'1 I_ •• I.on of unt_t ..... 1lOd '''oductt ...... 

c .. ,,, ... fOf cIo, .. " ........ fllUl .... V 11",Cd ..... .....,. 

Sh.,11 nne 1M I.", ,h.., 5.0 

or 9'Ultf Ih.., 9.0; '0' ,j .. ,., 

llrut .... on pH "'II' nol 1M 

'.n ,h... 6 8 Of " ..... , Ih ... 

15. 

~------------+---------------~.------.----+--------- 

fo, ••,lMhtctl norm ... v coolred .... - .... .,...... O. 0 shalt 1M "l1It., thllft 1 .....,11 'n,u"xe 

.. m.ntm_ •• b .M\p!n l"lft io a ...,I0Il .. 30 ... 1.,. The conelfttration 0' 1o,,, d.,IOI •• d 

dr, ........ no, e.CIMtf 200 fCI10D "" Iftd rtO'I _. ... Ih.IIt _, tIIend 110'!1. o' ..,..,~,,_ ., 

Ihllft 10'!1. of tIl. '''''.... ..,....... 400 fCiloo .. y po.t ........... colltel_ 

mi. fo' ...,.... C1l _, _"Iy c ....... the cnltft. 

for ctttnl" ........ tUPPly HAU.' .... JIPIIIy. 

Sh.1I n"t bt ..., ''':,n &.5 

0' gtl1ll,f than a.s. Sh", 

nol _'If., 11'1_ than 0.5 pM 

unol hom _",.. cundt~,on. 

IAI W •••, Sllppiv 

10 .., 1nCIM ....... n 

clud.n']..,v ...... ,u,. 

pi,., u..... 1ft .IIOCI 

,1I.Oft .... Ih .. 11'1_11 

I .... ' .."n. Of p,odllc 

"nl .. ,_ .0 .... ' 

I.Oft 

!h;." food 1JftIQ!,,,,,,,J. 

. r: 

melud.",...-.. pI/lCe' 

II'I'n'''9 -IY poocktc· 

,.Oft or dntInpmmt. 

Wher.. _"", eonl«1 " 

5 '_P'ts t.ke" .n • 30 ....'1 ,..,.ocI.• h .... not tac._ 

'''"Ulnl ,h. _.. Fe Shllt not caut. d ... _... .fltcl' on 

b.ct .... cone."tr.hon. boned uPon " 11'1'_ o' tst ............... Ie. MlppI., " •• u".nt .... ..a, 

200 Felloo 11'1=. no, more 'h .. IO'!I. 0' the qmpits 

", .. II r..Cftd 400 fC/l00 mi. 

(8. I \"1•••, RIIC'e~t_ 8.wd on • ",.nimum 01 5 ' ......... ts 1~lIm III • 30 O. O. "'ell 1M " •• Ie, Ih .. 0' eq .... to .. 

Iti cnnuct ,tert. d.., "nod. Ihe _ .. Ih.1I _, .IICHd 20 FCI100 """. 

1_ mI.. .nd nol more Ih.. tax. of .... 101" _pt., 

"'ill' u-.s 40 fC/IOG mf 

Shll. nOI he In, Ih..., 5.0 

0' ,.ea, •• Ih,n 9.0. 

Shall no' 1M ,." ,h.. 6.5 

0' 'I'."'.' than IS Sh", 

not WI.V mo •• ,h,n 0.5 pH 

"n.1 f."fR "aluu' cond.I_. 

If the n.tv,. cond,t'on pH " 

ou". Ih" ren" ."tKilIftCts 

,h.' nol 1M eddtd ,hal c_ 

M .ne'....... ,n buff ... "" c. 

PCIIY of Ih .. _tar. 

1--__ ---------.-.-----1'-----.------- 

L~-______ 

18' 11'1 ..,. Rte .. at.on Bl""d OR • mln,m" ... of 5 Wfft,lItt ..""" Itl a 30 O. O. ,,,..., 1M ,'til.' Ih .... Of .qull '0 4 Sh ..' nOI be 

lui _onct.... ,. 

Ie" th.... 5.0 

d ..., IIe'tod. Ihl! me ... ,h", no, ."CHd 200 FCIlOO """ 

0' ....,., Ih.n '.0 

r. ..,..,.o" 

mi. and not ntO'. Ih." len. 0' III. 101'" ...... plts 

III ... n",", 400 feflOG mi. 

lei G,owth and P,olN 

'lal'M nf FI')". Stu'lI 

f"h otfIft Aqu,IIC 

l.... .nd INdtrt. 'n 

elud.ng Wlltftf-' .:md 

F",heM...,. 

O. 0 "'.., be ....,.. 'h.... 1 """ In .. a'~1 

uted by lIIlad,ornoul ~nct ,~"d.nl '.sh 

In 110 cne ,hall 0 O. be Its, ,h.n 5 mgll 

'0 a cltplh of 20 cm tn Ih. In,,,,ult.1II 

lira"" of "a." uttl" ... by anad,orno.., 

or ,... d.,,1 "Ih for IP_'"" (S.. Notl! 

21. Fe, •• 1.1 nol u,ed by an~.o_s 

Of ,ftfd

106:1004 STATE WATER LAWS 

The water qualitv criteria, when used in combination with the wlter UM designation, constitute the Mttlr qu.llty standard 

for I particulDr wat ... body. The wet ... qUllity IUnd ... ds ,egul.te """~ •• 11.,.tloM to lhe ... ten of the state. 

.4' 

TUR810ny 

1....,1 ..,.,..c ..... 'Of gfoumt.I .. III 

(51 

TEMPERATURE 

II. 

DISSOLVED INORGANIC IU.STANCII 

S" .. II 1101 .u~flI 5 N TU .. bo"" ,. .. tu," COft 

dillon ...... n lhe nttu," tu,btdit., " 50 NTU 

or 'en. and nol ".... _e lhan 10% .ftC, .... 

,n lu,htd,Iy .. h.n Ihe nal'.... condil,Oft " 

mo,,· Ihan 50 NTU. nOl 10 "cM I malllmum 

'M'IIIMe 01 25 NTU 

ShaH not CIIUI. de'mnemal ""KI. _ 

1IIf!. 

,ndlcated 

Sh .. ' nol .ac .. d JO- C. 

TDS ..... Ret ••..., 1.000 """. Sod .............. 

lion rllio I.- thIIIII 2.5. IodIum ..."*'.... .... 

..... 1II'l'. r ..... cwboMte I ..... US """ • 

......... ..,. ..... 0.3....". , ... No .. 11. 

SWI not .,.cud 2S NTU ... ,.atu," c_ 

d,tton .,,_ttl. For "I hlk. walllH ...., nol ••. 

cud S NTU 0"" natUfai cOfld.tion'&. 

Tot ........ lCIIids tit ......... ceed , _i- 

_ .. 1,500 ..... iftctudi,. ......... cOIIIIIitioM. 

____ I ........ TOS of •• 1M 

ftOC 

..... ,.ceed ,.. CONIttiolt _third of 0' .. the 

.... , ...... 

For .., otMr w,tt,.. thl _II· 

Iy ....,. lemperttUft lhail 

nOl uceed IiI. lpecilic ft· 

'IV,,_I. needed to .". 

w,., _mal spec;" 4 ...,· 

lily or I., p, ... nl apPNt· 

anet 0' nu"trIC' orl)lfti1ml. 

Shill nol ",,,se .I"m!!nl.1 etfKIt Oft elt.Jb. 

",hed wate, supply tr.al",.nt letlh. 

$h»1 not .wCftCl2S·C. 

No _II ...... natural coflllhtiont .... icb ClIft 

c-. CGn'OIion. lICIIIiftI. or procft. probl .... . 

:'~!!ns"::...'n'Cl::: !I::~UIU~:;~ ~:u~~ ~ Shall not .aCftCl lO·C. 

or Ie... and nol have mOt' Ih... 10% "'"'_ 

In lu,bldlty when me nal"," cOftdil'Oft il _ 

than SO NTU. nol I. uCHd I ",.. imum incr.Me 

of 1S NTU. Shall not .aCted S NTU 

_. n .. I".al COttdltlOM '0' "llaII,•• Itrl. 

Nol appIiaIIt •. 

Shal' nOl .. ~td 10 N·TU 0.'" n.IlI,aI _. 

• IIonl ... h~n n.I..... "lfbtdlly II 50 NTU or NOl ..... ic.bIe 

..... .nd nol h... more I"an 2O'lL lnere_ 

,n lu.b.dlly ..... n Ihe .... I",aI CondItl_ il more 

th .... SO NTU. nol 10 e.CHd a m ...",,,,,, in, 

c, ...." of 50 NTU FOt allla" wa"'" lu.btdtly 

"'ai, nol .. cNd 5 NTU ..,r natu," cortd, 

bon, 

Not .... 1C4Ibi •. 

Shall not ncerd 25 NTU above .... 1.1, .. COft· 

• I'Oft ,... et Fo. aI' .... w ...,., 1...- nol raceed 

'N ru ."., natu.aI COftd.I.ortt. 

Shall nol •• cad 'lff C at any 

tim.. 1he follow ... ma.lmum 

..",pe,atuft ,".. I not be , •. 

cetded. wher. applicabl.: 

Mi"al.on 'OU...: 1S" C 

Sp.wn ......,": 

13- C 

R •."",_: 15 »C 

!:.:.:.:.. 13' C 

For all 0 ....' walt". th,_"· 

Iy Me,. "mperatur, thall 

nOI e.ceed lile lpecific ... 

qui,,,,,,.,." needed to pr. 

....... _mal Ipte... di"tr· 

sit 'I 0' to ","tnt appe ... 

.....,._. 

_, 0' nui~' 

Tot.. dillClhtd .ohds .... nol •• cad • ""aim_ 

of 1.500 """ iftdudiftg natur .. COIId,, ___ I" • 

ct._ 4n TDS Ih.tII not .acad _third ...... 

c_tnt,ation o' th' M ..,aI condirion .. ... 

.....,o.w ..... 

Environment Reporter 180


S-583 

708:1005 

WATER QUALITY CRITERIA (Continued) 

--.----------~.----.--------.----------------~----------------------------~---------------- 

ftAI(R _ 

OUAUT" 

m 

18' ~ It, 

S(!)tlliteNT INOT APPUCAOLE TO 

TOXIC ANO OTHE" OElETERIOUS ORGANIC 

COLOR 

P~TERS 

GROUNDWATER SUPPLIES) 

AND INORGANIC SUBSTANCES 

ISHN"" 12, 

IAI \".1..,.....,., No m" ........ Incr .... in cunc .... tr.lion' 01 ,edi 

",'............. cui, ment ..... nat.,at condition •. 

".''0 .. nd .... 11#0'"''' 

'''9 

Subl1l1nu, .hd not .,.cud ~as"a O'lnk.", Wat. 

S&.IIIdMd& ISH Not. 5' or §e~~ 

Im..W.Iw .SH No'ell a. applic:aiiftToiUbttme •. 

i Shall rot ... ceed 75 tolor 

~ :i:"r":~,:~'::. ~=v~: 

' •• Clted 5 color "ntt. wh.r. 

~--------------1---------.---.-----~---------------+----------------------------------~I~W_M __ ft_'_"_P __ 

IAI 'h...... ~.. For ,."....,.. i"iplion. w ..., 'hllli be tree 0' S_ .. I1ItAltii whe" conlllCt w,t" • product 

. Not appllclblt 

It" ............,.. ,ft .plItlicl" of 0.074 """ or co."... For If"gation desllned for 'SU..... nt human con,,,mptlGft 

chldln, ........... and or "'.... ..".adi.... ,h.. 1 not t.c.... 200 mglt i, pre.."t. Same " n IIC' or FlIdftlll Watff Pol 

tlnck ....... for lin ....... Pft',od of lime. lution Control Admlni ..,,,t1on, !l!!!L-Qwtilx. i 

Crit.ril IWOC/FWPCA, " appIic:abtt to ."bttme.. 

ro;-,tockwiii"n. ~Irltion, lor iniplion w.t ... 

shllli not .1I4*d WOC/fWPCA or ~ (5•• 

NOlft'''''''.'' 

1-------..... ---------------_._---......---------------- I 

IA) w ...........· No .........., loat. "'at will ..., ........ tII ft.'" flubtt_ft .hlll not indi ...... IY or i" c_bt_ Shllll not 

t ... 1 

......'v,. lithed --...... V trelll-'IC ....... ::r tc;t(~O~~:;, r:; :~~~'7:'=c: I unitl. 

idenld.ed by Ihe dep.rtmenl .. be,!'If the mos. I' 

Mnlliti... bloiogIC .. IV importlftt 10 thl! tilwI,_. 

Of .IIC1ted ClI ..,ia ciled ,n EPA. aullily CrittO, I 

~ or Alask. Dun'l!no ~1!dInIL 

{S ... Not.. 6 and sl. whic:heu. toncttnl.tl_ I 

it I.... Subsl_I" ,,, .. I not be p,.,enl Of •• ceed • 

f.::~~t~~: ..'!::':,:!i"~du::!~tO~~n f~::::n::~,: i 

.quatic: Of, ....,,", .. de,.rm,ned by eilher blo,,,1tY I 

or orpnol.ptlC Ifttl ISH NOl .. I .tId 91. 

PY_"_nQ __ 

t_I_,t_II_ed __' __ 

fAi) W.I~:-'=~. ;-•.';1. 

No ifftposed'oadItIIatwil, ..." ••• withft,a'" 

-- .. "- v lithed __ .upplv .reatment 1neI •• 

'"II *'I - 

.1CJI)I1r. 

II!II'd .. '-'--ion wirtt • 

m"n"IMI .• ront or 

pr·)t.lIot...... entefPti• 

IIH It .., ..... 100't 

1"1," ,'. ,1\1119. inf;ludi~ 

"'I'll"" ....., mir~. 

_f. ~IiOn 01 

doMI....-.. 

SubtllnC" shd nol be prewnl which post' ha,.. Shd not CIUII' d."rrnenlll 

10 _l., contact. .lIft" on .. I""'!had water 

'SUpply t, •• tl'Mftt '"IIf,. 

IH' __ RK""tOII No illcntfta I" ~, ...... IIbon nal" ... con· 

Y _t.., ncr.,· ditioM. 

Same .1U(A'1iI 

Sfld nol tllaed 15 color 

unill. 

1----------+ ..-------......-------4---------------.;.,--------- 

fBI ... Aft, .. I,on· ShIll not pow hazlrd, to _ident" human con· Subtt-.s '!hall not be ."e.. nl which pow ha'" ; Shllli not int.,'''' ""til Of 

._ WC:ondtrv r.· IKt Of CMd. inler,.,IInc. _th Ih. UM. 10 inctdettl" hum .... conlact. I mall. Ch. wit.... IIfttit or 

..."'_.'_.M_-_______-+___.._... .. .._______...______ ~.-.----.---------------""I-U-n-,.-.. -'or-l-htt--U.. 

-._____ 

rCI Go..tII met P'OPI 

9"- at Fish. ShtU· 

'". other ACllHtlC 

ll'.. .-If Wildt.,. In, 

eI ....... W .... fowl md 

F" ...... ,. 

ThI! ...,cenl .:curn",lItiun IIf '-woiment in !hot ' ... of 

0. I """ ., 4.0 mrn tn Ih" fI- bed uI wilt •• ullllllld by 

~s Of """,""" fi!lh Iur 1PI"'"lII!I ffIiI¥ not be 

_!d _ III., ~ by ...... t I7tef ne&vNl r-nmlliOn 

I", ~ from flAin 501" lIK_Nllan " ••. Ifl no ca. 

..., .. O. I 111m to 4.0 mrn fw _imenl ,.,. In !hit 

...... bid 01 ......,. utiltilld by _lrQmOu'l lit .esiOIf>l 

ft9I .... ..-ing".c.eed ......... rn of :m. by -.' (IS 

__ from Wain ,ill ,:cu",,"'tiOn fI.'. IS. .. NOlas 3 

........ 'n .. ocher ,."t __ ." no __ I IOIIh 

... ....,.... Of dlpc4ilfldl ~ t ............. ""'2 eflKII 

011' ... lIIIit ....... 01 fJI:.n1 ..... their tepl"ClducllOft Of 

f-~ - .. - .. 

S .. btt .... ,tllIIl not indi"idulllly 01 'ft -aMnalion 

.. .c .... 0.01 tim., ,h. I_I Ift_"", 

96 '-' lC50rS.., Nol. t. for Iii •• 1"," o. ,pec:Mts 

identifil'd by Iht depatlm.nl II bti!',,,,, the __ 

.."....... bioiogicallV ""portant to the Ioc.bon. _ 

... c... pil .. "a cited in EPA. o.."j'Y 'ri ..... t. 

WIlD or AlalY..JWnlu09 W'I,r S'and.d, .S 

NOln • tRod 51 .hlthew.r concenl"IIOft it In" 

SUbt..... shllli not be .,,_nt Of ... end 

clJftCltlllllrlllOM which indi.,idIdIlV 01 in com~ 

atiolt ~. undnir.bI. odIIf Of ,.... 10 f,. Of 

other ..... IC 0","'_ as de".mined by Iii"" 

bi....., IW IW,enoIeptlC ttlb (S .. Not .. 6 tRod 91. 

I CoIOf Of Ippaft"t cafor 

I :: .. I,httno~a:.._::..t= =~~ 

'or pholosvnthetic KliYiey 

by mor. ttl... 10'lI0 'rons 

m. ""''''y "ttblidted 

ftOfm 'Of tqII.tic hf.. For 

1111 "'..." not h..... a 

w"ontIlV "t8blithM " _ 

fOl tqII.tic: life c;oIor. or 

tppantftl cDlor. shill not 

i .. ned 50 color .,nit •. 

• 

..... 1 PUblished by THE BUREAU OF NATIONAL AFFAIRS, INC .• WASHINGTON. D.C. 20037 1811

708:1008 STATE WATER LAWS ' 

The wate' quality criteri •• when used in combination with the water UN d .....,ation. constitute the Wit., qUllity standard 

for e particul .., wlter body. The Wit ... quellty Itend.,. '1gUlate m.n-lNIde elt ... etlon, to the .. t .... of the stIIte. 

-------------------------------.....-----r------------------~---------'--------------------------------~----~ 

1101 

PETROLEUM HVDHOCARBON5. 

OIU AND ORE AU 

ISH Nvtl' un 

1111 

RADIOACTIVITY 

1121 

TOtAL 

RUIOUAL 

CHLOR.NE 

"~ ~ 

AE~OUEI 

FRESH 

floMifts SoIich. DttIrit. ...... O...,eitt, '-. WATER 

Sc_ 1I'l0l .... iabI. to ...................., 

USES 

1S.""'te 17.1 

, ..... not c.M ...';111. lh .." "pOrI tI" IW'." o •• M w ...,. Sh ... 

.... '1ICft'd CGftHftt, .. i_ wluch ittd •.,.....'" or HI combi .... io .. 

............. t .........".IiMd by OftM'Ohtp'IC ...... 

Sh .. 1 not uCHd 1M con· HO • ..",e.u'Jt,. 

centr"lon, lpecl"ed 1ft 1M I 

AllSka D"nk,nt W.tn 5 ....·, 

dItdl is.. No •• S, ...... Ihan 

not "c,ed hmltt tpecthed 

in Tid. 10. Cod. 0' F.,,, 

C .. I.tlm' -'at1 26 ''" 

ot. 0' Natlonll 

Bw... 

booI! 69::$" "1 S''''''''1'' 

Not., •••......... 

Sh.n not .._ 

or 1ft cOfftbtn.t_ With oth., 

,ubstanc" 00 w .. t.. m,l" "'.." ""',t 01' 

unSf" 'or Ull'; &.IU••• '''m.• 

hu". 01' diS 

colOlft,on Oft thl' SU"IC. of th. ..t., 0' 

I oIdlO''''''9 IhOl'........ C ... If "lCh,n, 0' to.,c 

I or d ... t,flou. subst_lS. or UUlf • vu •• 

,ohd 0' """'lion '0 be d.oo".ed bIImt •• h or 

"POf'I the lu,f •• of .M w"". Wlthen the 

w.t" colum". Oft 1M bonom. or upon 

-,o.,,,n, .hor.hn... 

IAI 

1.1 

$lull not c ..... itiIII4t Ih .." "pOrI the ......... of tM w ..... 

$arf'It .. 1111 A lIil. 

Shill not be pre""t ,n quanti .... to CllUIf 

,oel pi"",,,,,, rt'duced "op y"'ct. or ClIUIf 

tM w .... to bit "n'"t or "Mal_ for the u ... 

tAl 

. I." 

ShIH not 011 __ 0.01 ,i,"" .Nt continuous flow 96 hour LC .. 01 if not 

......... (tie 1It_ .... 9IlIOur Le .. for tIIe .... ~. Is.. N .... 

9""101. 

S_ as I1UAIIU napt Sh ... not •• cHd $WI not 11_ or i" combiM.ion with IAI 

c_nt, .. ion hctors '00 2.0 "'" for uti· olllf, SUbslMlCft or watlS C81Ht..... hi,1 

.,..,...,.., in"oIwtd thai nol monoid 'i'" or w ... , to be ""fit 0' un .... for 1M "If. 

•• c .... _""um PffntlUibhl 10.0 uti! '00 

limit. for spec,flC ,....,. otllft .......,.... 

0ICIPft ...... uII,dfntihed ~~ ISH Note II. 

IV,a .. alablishtd by T; ... 

10, CadI! ",' Fede,1I R ..· 

IJtiaBL P.n 20, ~"' NOte , 

l3tiiMI Ntlipnal "'"- of, 

Stlndat'ch, Ha~ II" ,I 

ISftNote1.I. 

I 

----------------------------------------~--------.-----~---------~---------------------------r_---~ 

Shall ".. __ th' ...... un'it or u",.f. for 1M " ... 

Sa_ .. I1IIAlht. 

Not appIicebI •• 

Shell not 11_ or in combt ... tion wittl 

ot .... ",bstanclS or ...... _ 1M 

...., to be unfit or "n"'. for dM .... 

IAI 

U"I 

INII not CMIM' 'ilm. sheen. or ditcoIet.tion on tM sur'.. 

., ..... of tM ...., body • oIdjoiftiftl shor ........ Surf ........ 

...... fif1uItIy 'Me f,om noeliftl oil., 

SarM. "!lAIliI. 

Not~. 

Shill not 11_ ., HI ___ netion witll oth~ 

suMt_a ...... _t.. "nfit or "ma', fur 

11M; or ca ... filM ......... or diIcoIoretion 

on 1M ,urf.. of the wet... 0' edfeiniftl 

thof .. in.; ~ ItlChi", of to.ic or .,. 

I""ioul ''' .... ane .. or C"'If • tfudflt. solid or 

""",,iof'I to ... deposited .,..... .. h 01 "pon 

1M I"".' 0' tM w.t.. within the wat" 

column. 0" lIIf bottom, 0' UpOn adjoinl", 

thor", ..... 

---------------------------.--------------.----+---,--------------~---------~----------------.-----------~--_4 

.. III not _ e fltm, .h.. n, or eliteolo, ..!o" on 1M su".. S-a ""AIIU. 

or floor of 1M _te, body or adjoinin, sho, .. i"". Su,f .. 

....,. shill be 'Ii""",y f, .. frOM IIUti", ..... 

Not .... icabI •• 

C81 

Iii 

Shill nol 11_ or in comb,n"ioR with 0"," 181 

subltfMtS _II. w.... "nfll 01' _ .... for Iii. 

U", or CfUIf • film, sheen, or dilColor.t.on 

on .he IUrfac. of 1M _t... or adj_ ... 

lhoreIiN, CJIUIf le.hi", of to.oc Of d. 

I.t"ious subltane.. or • ,I.,., WIIict or 

"""'_ to b, deposited beneath 0' u ..... 

the .",f.ce of th' w.tff within tM wM" 

cotumn, on tM bottom. 01 upon Id,...".", 

thor",,,,,. 

TOUI hydl'ClCllfbont in the w.t" caI_ "'aI' not uCftd 

,••, or 0.01 of 1M I~ _1SUftId COftti......., "ow 96 Itour 

LCso for life It .... of ,pecift ide"tifted by 1M dtpert_t .. 

til. _. __ tift. IJioIotic"'y import_t .... in ..... ic"I" 

IocMioft ......... CGftC.ntretion i, .... Is.. NO'. , and 101. 

Totll ___ "ydracarbom in dI • ....., cohl_ ..... ' not •• , 

ned 10 ..n, or 0.01 of tM '_t ...... ureti COftti_, lIow 

II "- LCIiO f. life It .... of .PKift idtft"fild by the .... ,.. 

_. as .... _t -'ti" •• bioloticilly import"" speci .. in • 

penicuI... 100000ton. which.... ~t'etiOilt it ,... Is.. Note 

10 and 11 t. ConclItttr .. i_ of hy ••• rboN, "'""" f .. ", or 

........... .... Nt 1M ........ n. "' ... _. c_ delet.,iou, eftllC1l 

....... ic 'if.. s...- not c"' ... ,jim. ,"_. or dilcolOl.tion 

on the ,v.'" or IIoor 0' the •• t" body 01' adioini", "'_. 

It"" ..... f .. __ "' ... be "irtulily trft from .UIi", oil •• 

Same. UIIAUiiil. 

Shill not e.~ 

2.0 utiI for .... 

monoid .ith 01 

10.0 "'" fot 

otllar ......''"'. 

IS .. Notell. 

Sh.H not 11_ 0' in combin .. ton with 

ot.... .ubstMtCfl or w .. tft caute th. 

w..., to ... unfit, "".... 0' calf ICUt. 0' 

ch,onic probl,," 1 •.,.1. as dttlt,m,ntd by 

biNI*", or othe, .pp,opri.te _thodI. 

Shall not 11_ or in combiNttion .'" 

oth" ",IK.. f'ICf' c.u.. • film. ...... or 

d.scoIoratiOf'l on th. su,flC' 0' ... ..... or 

oId,..nincI .hor~in.; or caulf 1,1Ichfnt of 

lo_c or dtttrt,,"OU. .ublt_; or uu .. . 

'I....... .oIid or ,,"ult,on to be ......... t ... 

"'ne.. h Of upon the ,u,flC. of tM "'-", 

withIn Itt, .at" col"mn, on 1M boeiOfft. 

• upon the IlCljotnint \hor"'''''' 

---------------------------.-----------------~----------________ ~ _______ _L ____________ • __________ ~ _______ . 

It I 

E nvi ronment Reporter 182


8-650 

706:1013 

anadromous population in the waters to which the discharge 

is to be made. the department will. in its discretion. 

apply a new temperature criterion to the water body 

affected. The new criterion will assure the protection and 

propagation of a balanced indigenous and anadromous 

population of aquatic life. and other wildlife in and on 

that body of water. according to the classification of the 

water. 

18 AAC 70.040. NATURAL CONDITIONS. 

[Repealed] 

18 AAC 70.050. CLASSIFICATION OF STATE 

WA TERS. (a) Specific waters of the state are classified 

as follows: 

Typc/Nrune 

Watershed 

Numher* 

Latitude 

Longitude** 

Location 

Designated 

Class 

Reach of 

\~ater 

Affected 

Rivers: 

Chena River 1903004 

147°54' 45 H \\, 

64°47'4S"N 

near 

Fairbanks 

(1) CA) (ii) 

(1) (A) (iii) 

(1) (A) (iv) 

(1) (8) 

(1) (e) 

confluence 

of Chena 

River and 

Chena 

Slough to 

the 

confluence 

of Chena 

River and 

Tanana 

River 

·Watershed numbers refer to watersheds established by 

the U.S. Department of I nterior. Geological Survey map. 

"HYDROLOGIC UNIT MAP - 1974 STATE OF 

ALASKA" for sale by U.S. Geological Survey. 

Fairbanks. Alaska 99701; Denver. Colorado 80225: or 

Reston. Virginia 22092. (Price $1.00) or which may be 

examined at any office of the department and which is on 

file at the office of the lieutenant governor. 

•• River latitude and longitude designations are established 

at the downstream end of the reach of the river 

affected as determined from U.S. Department of 

Interior. Geological Survey quadrangle maps or as 

assigned in Water Resources Data For Ala.fka Water 

Year 1977 (U.S. Geological Survey Water-Data Report 

AK-77-1 ). 

.(b) ~pr"fH'OYided,i~(.)~.·IICiaI(.~ot 

UtI: .ale IN ~clasair ..:.. foll~ 

(I) marine waters '::.::. 'cfasses' (2)(A). (2)(8). (2)(C) 

and (2)(0); 

(2) ground water - classes (I )(A) and (2) (A)(iii): 

(.·C"'~ .... ra.~ .. ~(f}{A)r.:(flt8)J~t~tXq( 

18 AAC 70.055. PROCEDURE FOR RECLASSIFI 

CATION. (a) A person may petition the department to 

reclassify particular waters of the state to include or 

exclude a protected use specified in 18 AAC 70.020 Qf 

this chapter. or to seasonally exclude a protected use. 

The petition must be served upon the commissioner and 

must include 

(I) the name. address and telephone number of the 

petitioner: . 

(2) the names and addresses of all persons living 

within one mile of the portion of the water body for 

which reclassification is sought, and of all owners or 

users within one mile of the petitioner's operation or 

proposed operation whose property, minerals, mineral 

claims. or leases are on the bank or shore of the waters in 

question; 

(3) an accurate description of the waters of the state for 

which reclassification is sought, including the name of the 

waters. if any. and a precise delineation of the waters on a 

most recent U.S. Geological Survey topographical map 

of the area, at a scale of 1:63.)60 (inch to mile) where 

available; 

(4) petitioner's use. or proposed use of the waters for 

which reclassification is sought; and 

(5) a summary of the factual basis for petitioner's 

belief that a particular included protected use is not being 

made of the waters or that an excluded protected use is 

being made of the waters. The petitioner's summary must 

be supported by the following 

(A) the name. address. telephone nLimber. occupation 

and qualifications of each person on whom the petitioner 

relies in forming the belief; and 

(8) a legible and complete copy or duplicate of any 

report, study. investigation, photograph or other written 

or tangible material on which the petitioner relies in 

forming the belief. 

(b) The commissioner will, within 30 days of service or 

a petition under (a) of this section. set the petition for 

public hearing if 

(I) the requirements of (a) of this section have been 

met; 

(2) the petition discloses that the petitioner is engaged. 

or is likely to engage in a protected use of the waters: 

4-1-83 Published by THE BUREAU OF NATIONAL AFFAIRS INC., Washington, D.C. 20037 95


S-650 

706:1015 

(j) The reclassification of waters of the state under this 

section is the exclusive procedure by which the department 

will change the use designations of waters. Proposed 

reclassifications by the department will conform to 

(d)-(i) of this section. The use classification applicable to 

waters may not be challenged in a permit proceeding under 

IX AAC 15.020-100. a certification proceeding under 

IH AAC 15.130-IHO, or in a judicial proceeding other 

than a timely suit for judicial review of a decision under 

this sect ion. A petition for reclassification under this section 

may he filed at the same time as an application for a 

wastewater disposal permit under 18 AAC 15.0 IO(a)(9) 

or IH AAC 15.100(d), or an application for certification 

under IH AAC 15.130 or IH AAC 15.180; however. any 

deadlines applicable to those proceedings will be held in 

aheyance pending the outcome of the decision under this 

section. 

(k) The following waters may not be reclassified under 

this section 

( I) waters within areas administered under the 

National Wilderness Preservation System; 

(2) waters within state and national parks, national 

preserves and monuments, national recreation areas. 

national wildlife refuges: 

(3) wild and scenic rivers established under 16 U.S.C. 

sec. 1271 el.w!q.: 

(4) marine sanctuaries established under 33 U.S.C. 

sec. 1401 et .fCq.: 

(5) estuarine sanctuaries established under 16 U.S.C. 

sec. 4151 el seq.: 

(6) waters within critical hahitat areas established under 

AS 16.0J.251( I) or AS 16.20: and 

(7) waters within Land Use Designation (LUD) I or II 

areas estahlished hy the U.S. Forest Service. 

IH AAC 70.05H. CLASSIFICATION CRITERIA. 

(a) A water supply use is present in particular waters if 

( I) an appropri,Jtion for that use from those waters has 

heen received under AS 46.15 or applicable and sufficient 

federal law; and the appropriation is heing utilized; or 

(2) on the basis of contractual ohligations or financial 

commitments. it is more likely than not that the criteria 

specified in (a)( I) of this section will he met within the 

succeeding three years. 

(h) In addition to (a) Jf this section. a drinking water 

use is present in particular waters if 

(I) suhstantial domestic use associated with residences 

is being made of these waters. and that use is exempt 

from the need to obtain an appropriation under II AAC 

72.200( 1)-( 5): or 

(2) the waters are used for drinking by substantial 

numbers of hunlers. fishermen. hikers or other 

recreational transients (as defined in (h) of this section). 

.(c) A water contact recreation use is rresenl in particular 

surface waters if 

( I) there is substantial water contact recreation use of 

t hose waters: or 

(2) considering future population or transportation 

facilities e,pansion. it is more likely than not that there 

will be suhstantial water contact recreation use of those 

waters within the succeeding three years. 

(d) A secondary water recreation use is present on atl 

lakes. streams. rivers. creeks and marine and intertidal 

waters. which meet the following criteria 

( I) the waters are visible from a public highway. 

railroad or public campground: 

(2) the waters are visible from the regular route of a 

marine tour ship or an Alaska state ferry; 

(3) the waters lie within public lands which have beefl 

classified by the managing agency for either exclusive or 

nonexclusive public recreation; 

(4) the waters lie within lands which are subject to substantial 

secondary water recreation use: or 

(5) consider; ng futu re population or transportat ion 

f"lcilities expansion. it is more likely than not that (I). (2) 

and (4) of this subsection will be the case for those waters 

within three years. 

(e) A use for growth and propagation of fish. shellfish. 

other aquatic life, and wildlife, including seahirds, waterfowl 

and furbearers. is present in all surface waters oitfle 

state (including water used by fish afforded protection 

under the "Anadromous Fish Act" AS. 16.05) except ror 

those waters which the department. in consultation with 

the Department of Fish and Game. finds are inconsequential 

either to the food chain. habitat. rearing. 

growth or migration or fish. shellfish. birds. mammals 

(marine or terrestrial) or other species which the department. 

in consultation with the Department of Fish and 

Game. determines warrant protection under this subsection. 

(n The usc of harvesting for consumption of raw 

mollusks or other raw aquatic life is present in all surface 

waters of the state except 

( I) for those which impose an immediate naturally occurring 

hazard to the health of the consumer; and 

(2) for those which are determined by the department, 

in consultation with the Department or Fish and Game. 

to be inconsequential. 

(g) For purposes of this section a seasonal use is defined 

as a use or combination of uses identified in sec. 20(a) 

which does not oceur during one or more of the four 

se

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• 

DEPT. OF ENVIRONMENTAL (;ONSERV.4TION 

R£~ST REGIONAL OFFICE 

MAY 1 t \.~: . 

~w'lIL~ 

Mr. Willia. j. Corbus, Manager 

Alaska Electric Light & Power 


Juneau, AK 99801 

81LL SHEFFIEW, GOVERNOR 

r.'.phon.: (907J 

May 14, 1985 

Add~u: 789-3151 

P.O. Box 2420 


CERTIFIED MAIL 

RETURN RECEIPT 

REQUESTED 

99803 

RE: Waiver, Annex Creek/Salmon Creek FERC Project No. 2307 

~droelectric Project 

You requested a water quality certification, pursuant to Section 401 of the 

Clean Water Act of 19~J. Jor the existing developments at both Salmon and 

Annex Creeks. 

The Sal.an Creek facility consists of a 165-foot 'concrete arch dam which forms 

a reservoir with a maximum.capacity of 19,000 arce-feet. Water from Salmon 

Creek 01. is conveyed downstream to the Upper Powerhouse by a 4477-foot-long 

steel pipe. Before reaching the powerhouse the penstock divides into a wye 

branch which diverts the water either to the Upper Powerhouse or to another penstock 

leading to the Lower Powerhouse. This flow is controlled by two butterfly 

valves. The Upper Powerhouse contains two 2500-horsepower impulse wheels directly 

connected to a 140O-kW geneator. The rehabilitation of the lower Salmon Creek 

~droelectr1c Facility that was completed in December 1984 will provide an additiom.l 

2.8 MWof capacity and an estimated 15,000,000 kWh annually. 

The Annex Creek facility consists of a 20-foot timber crib dam located at Annex 

Lake outlet. A 1420-foot-long tunnel has been driven into the lake, which provides 

I drawdown of 150 feet and 22,000 acre-feet of storage. At the tunnel outlet a 

34-incb pipe is used to control the water supply. The penstock is a riveted 

steel pipe and is 7273 feet long. Annex Creek Powerhouse contains two units, 

each cORsisting of a 2500-horsepower impulse wheel, connected to I 1750-kVA 

generator. A 23-kY transmission line extends 12.4 miles between Annex Creek 

and Thane. 

The proposed activity is located on properties adjacent to Salmon Creek and 

Annex Creek, Juneau, Alaska. 

Water qaality certification is required for the proposed activity because 

the actt.ity ~11be authorized by a Department of the Army Permit identified 

as Annex Creek/Sal.on Creek ~droelectr1c Rel1censing, FERC Project No. 2307. 

and a dtscharge '" res~lt from the proposed activity. 

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Having reviewed the application, the Department finds that there is no 

evidence available at this time which suggests that the proposed activity 

would have a significant adverse effect on the waters of the United States. 

The Department will not act on your application for certification. Pursuant 

to Section 401, this constitutes a waiver of the State1s right to certify 

the proposed activity. However, any modification to the activity, as well 

as si.ilar activities conducted in the future, may require certification. 

i: .ML 

Deena J.2.ins 

Regional Environmental Supervisor 

cc: Corps of Engineers 

EPA, Alaska Operations Office 

ADF&G, Juneau 

ADL, Juneau 

R.W. Beck & Associates, Inc. 

Nan Nal der 

FWS 

NMFS 

Div. of Governmental 

Coordination 

ADEC, SERO 

ADEC, Juneau District 

Office

APPENDIX E-4 

SALMON CREEK FLOW DATA 

The flow data information for Salmon Creek discussed in Exhibit E, 

Section 2.2.1 was derived from a report prepared for the Alaska Gastineau 

Mining Company in 1913. The more recent flow data were provided by the USGS 

from the gaging station on Salmon Creek near Juneau. Excerpts from these 

reports are presented in this appendix.

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D~port on tho ~Rlrnon Creek Dam 

• 

F. c. "Ol"mnnn 

•

140nth 1'fJ,11y 1")n1.1~ Daily 

1911. Averago Uaximtm 1-:1n1mum 

July 130 209 7tj 

Auc' .. et, Ul 144 62 

:;ep t,omber. ','']0 17U 40 

c,utober, 111 

.. 

37:.! 25 

.!;ovember, 22 

.. 

54 14 

J)oo\)uliJer. 3u 15~1 11 

11.112. 

January, 9.7 10 G.7 

j'.lbruftry. 10.6 (iO o.t. 

l~~oh, G.1t1 lG ;" • G 

,\j'l'r11, 9.4:! 22.5 5.0 

;,!ay. 33.7 15Y.8 ;1'1 • () 

June, 75.1 130.0 ~'\i. 4 

;'aly, U1.4 1'13.0 03.0 

August, V6.4 2Gl.7 4';' .... r' 

, J 

~'cptcrnbcr • 117. '1 :,,~!o. 0 .,,;.1 

(Ie t.o 1;) or , 107.5 400.00 

•• ., r. 

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:.0 e.e.

'. 

- 1tn.rall, 1912 - 

1, 6.4 16, 5.6 

n 

6.6 17. 5.2 

3. t).4 lB. 4.8 

4, 6.4 19, 4.4 

5, "'.2 20, 3.8 

U. G.6 • 21, 3.6 

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1. G.4 £.t ..... 3.(; 

C, 7.2 U, 4.3 

0, 6.8 24, 4.5 

10, 6.4 25, 5.4 

11. 11.4 ~t~ • -,. ~ 

l" ......, 6.8 ~fl. \j. (IS 

13, (i.' PUt fl. (; 

14, 6.8 29, 4.0 

l~. 6.G ~O, lti.O 

31, 11.2 

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Inf'pect1on or tbe pr~et rl ta t1nn r(;C()rl~ ot 

Juneau ~·,h"t'~ t~.n.t, (~r tht~ eloven yenrA, th!l.t f)f 19(j~1 \7".." about 

tlla l.i.VCl':1cei ill rivG o~ Ulfl olavtln YOGrB (lOg9, 190G, 1907, 

'lnd lUl:~). tho prGclj.ll t'ltl"n \':'n~ lon:) ~hn)l 1.1";.) .i-·/('rt'r(~; ',!.nd 

in LiHl rf'::I~:-4in1n{; :'1ve y~aro (lr.;:.:v, 1U01, lOO~!, lU04 ,LT ti 1905), 

tl .. o l'l'f!!c1;>i t::.t1on VlllS :;r.:!· t.cr thcn ~ll(} tl.v(:r::.,~(:.'. 

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:\CJt.u~l oire,l."tl n:c&ourer.1Crlt.R. th/':, 1,roo!pitr-\t1r.n in J:'.Illfl~ltly less 

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11·.1~:it :.r~:l:; ,i t. 'If)'; tJfrlcj~n

United States Department of the lnterlor 

GEOLOGICAL SURVEY 

WATER RESOURCES DIVISION 

P.O. BOX 1568 

Juneau, Alaska, 99802 

5 September 1985 

Ms. Sylvia Burges 

R.W. Beck Associates 

2121 4th Avenue 


Dear Ms. Burges, 

The gaging station on Salmon Creek near Juneau was established hy 

the U. S. Geological Survey in June of 1982. I have enclosed mean 

daily discharge data for the period f~om June 1982 through July 1985. 

Discharges for the period October 1984 through July 1985 have not 

been reviewed and are subject to revision. Data for August and 

September of 1985 will be available about 1I:.id October of 1985. If 

you have any questions or need additional information do not hesitate 

to call our office. 

Sincerely, 

~-I~). ~ /J!....-..- 

[/ 

James L. Van Maanen 

Enclosure

15051008 S~LHON C AB DIVERSION NR JUNEAU AK PROCESS D~TE: 16-AUG-85 09:11 RKP 

PROVISIONAL DATA DISCHARGE, IN CU~IC FEET PER SECOND, WATER YE~R OCTO~ER 1984 TO SEPTEMBER 1985 

M£~t~ VALUES 

OCT NOV 

JAN FEB M';R 

MA'( JUN JUL 

HUG SEF' 

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9 

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170 

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130 

200 

220 

160 

140 

140 

110 

107 

104 

102 

100 

99 

98 

62 

57 

57 

92 

132 

126 

114 

82 

71 

06 

61 

59 

64 

112 

230 

57 

56 

54 

54 

53 

54 

53 

47 

41 

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39 

38 

36 

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39 

40 

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40 

34 

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24 

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42.6 

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20 

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54 

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34 

30 

27 

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20 

19 

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17 

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11 

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14 

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54 

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65 

42 

60 

60 

39 

32 

47 

69 

76 

S7 

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107 

62 

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73 

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SO.7 H?'X ~49 

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33 

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32 

29 

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36 

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77 

106 

-,. 

, 7 

67 

96 

101 

14 

11 

98 

101 

115 

127 

116 

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64 

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59 

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124 

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APPENDIX E-5 

RECREATION 

The Federal Power Commission (FPC) Notices concerning the construction 

of recreational facilities at the Annex Creek and Salmon Creek reservoirs 

are included in this appendix. The initial FPC order required the Licensee to 

construct recreation cabins at both reservoirs. The order was amended because 

of recurring vandalism and the high cost of constructing these facilities in 

remote areas.

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UNITED STATES OF AMERICA 

FEDERAL POWER COMMISSION 

Before Commissioners: John N. Nassikas, Chainnan; 

Albert p .• Brooke, Jr., and :{ush Moody, Jr. 

A. J. Industries, Inc. ) Project No. 2307 

ORDER MODIFYING ORDER CONCERNING RECREATIONAL 

USE PLAN AND MODIFYING LICENSE ON REHEARING 

(Issued February 23, 1911) 

"By Order issued September 17, 1968, the Commission 

approved the Recreational Use Plan for the constructed 

Salmon and Annex Creeks Project No. 2307, as filed by 

Licensee A. J. Industries, Inc. (Licensee) on July 18, 

1966. Additionally, the Order of September 17, 1968, 

modified the license for Project No. 2307 by adding 

thereto the following license article: 

Article 42. The Licensee shall continue to 

cooperate with Federal, State and local agencies; 

and shall provide and install, in addition to 

the recreational facilities set forth in the 

Recreational Use Plan, other facilities. Such 

additional facilities shall be installed at such 

'time as the Commission may require, either-upon 

its own motion, or upon the recommendation of 

the U.S. Forest Service or the Alaska Department 

of Natural Resources for the Annex Creek 

or the Salmon Creek reservoirs, after notice 

and opportunitj for hearing, and upon findings 

that such facilities are feasible, necessary, 

desirable, and consistent with the terms of the 

license. 

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Project No. 2307 - 2 - 

In conjunction therewith, it was ordered that Licensee 

construct at both the Annex and Salmon Creek sites cabins 

of a design to be approved by the U.S. Forest Service and 

the Alaska Department of Natural Resources. On October 15, 

1968, Licensee filed an application seeking rehearing. 

Order granting rehearing for purposes of further consideration 

was issued November 5, 1968. 

In its petition for rehearing Licensee stresses the 

cost of constructing the cabins which cost is increased by 

the remoteness of the sites and the difficult and hazardous 

terrain in addition to an extensive vandalism problem. 

Correspondence with the parties since the Order of November 

5, 1968, has indicated a continuing vandalism problem of 

sufficient proportion to justify the conclusion that ordering 

the building of the cabins at Annex and Salmon Creek sites 

at this time would prove infeasible because of the inability 

to maintain reasonable supervision of the use due to the 

remoteness of the location. We are of the view that while 

Article 42 should remain a part of the license in order to 

provide for future population growth of the area and such 

increased useage and decreased vandalism that such structures 

may be in order, Licensee should not be required to construct 

the cabins in question at this time. 

The Commission finds: 

The "Order Concernin~ Recreational Use Plan and· Modifying 

License issued September 17, 1968, for A. J. Industries, Inc. 

Project No. 2307 should be modified by deleting therefrom 

the last sentence of the discussion appearing on page 3 which 

reads: 

However, because of the importance of safety and 

considering the recreational potential of the two 

sites, we conclude that comprehensive development 

requires that cabins be provided. 

and Finding (1) and Ordering paragraph (B).

Project No. 2307 - 3 - 

The Commission orders: 

(A) The Order Concerning Recreational Use Plan and 

Modifying License issued September 17, 1968, shall be modified 

as set forth in the above finding. 

(B) The acknowledgement of the acceptance of this order 

shall be signed by the Licensee and returned to the Commission 

within 60 days from the date of issuance of this Order and 

shall constitute acceptance of the September 17, 1968, order 

as modified herein. 

By the Commission. 

( SEA L ) 

Kenneth ~i'. Plumb, 

Sec r~ t a lOY •

Al·rEfIDHENr NO.3#, I g 

INSTRmt1Elfr no. 5 

UNITED STATES OF AMERICA 

FEDERAL POWER COMMISSION 

Before Commissioners: Lee C. White, Chairman; 

and Carl E. Bagge. 

Charles fl. Ross, 

A. J. Industries, Inc. ) Project No. 2307 

ORDER CONCERNING RECREATIONAL USE PLAN 

AND MODIFYING LICENSE 

(Issued September 17, 1968) 

On July 18, 1966, A.J. Industries, Inc. filed for 

Commission approval, pursuant to Article 32 of the license, 

its Recreational Use Plan for the constructed Salmon and 

Annex Creeks Project No. 2307. 

The Salmon and Annex Creek reservoirs are located in 

the mountainous area north and east of the City of Juneau, 

three and ten miles, respectively. The 210 acre Salmon 

Creek Reservoir is situated on U.s. lands in the Juneau ,? 

townsite, and is accessible b.y horseback or hiking over » 

rugged terrain, or by float equipped plane-or helicopter. 

The 264 acre Annex Creek Reservoir is located within the 

Tongass National Forest, and can be reached by air or via 

a 20-mile boat trip up the Taku inlet to the Annex powerhouse, 

and then on foot along the penstock to the reservoir. 

Flying in the spring is often impaired by the "Tak4" winds 

which reach velocities up to 100 m.p.h. The Annex Reservoir 

was stocked with brook trout several years ago. Recreational 

activities in the area consist of camping, fishing, and hunting. 

Approximately 15,000 people reside within 100 miles of 

the project, about 7,200 of which live in the City of Juneau. 

Climate, remote location, and limited population affect 

the recreational use at the project. The Licensee has estimated 

that the present annual use at Salmon Creek is about 

one percent of the population, and that an average of two 

hunting or fishing parties use the Annex area monthly. 

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Project No. 2307 - 2 - 

Prior to the issuance of the license, both the Department 

of the Interior and the u.s. Forest Service were asked 

if there were any special inclusions that they wished in the 

license. Both acceded to the.L Forms in respect to recreational 

facilities. 

The recreational use plan as filed by Licensee proposes 

the construction of camping, picnic and sanitary facilities 

at both reservoirs. Boat and lodging facilities are not 

included, Licensee's position being that construction of 

any outlying cabins or the supply of boats were not justified 

by existing recreational demands. Licensee does undertake 

to provide these at some unspecified future time. Under 

the plan as submitted, a schedule for completion of the installation 

of the camping, picnicking and sanitary facilities 

has not been established. Licensee represents that schedule 

will be concluded after further consultation with appropriate 

Federal and State agencies. 

In support of its position, Licensee explains that it 

placed boats in the Annex reservoir in 1965 and 1966. 

Weather conditions resulted in destruction and damage of 

the boats in both years. Licensee further states that an 

outlying cabin formerly located at the Salmon reservoir was 

destroyed by vandals and that a boat formerly placed at the 

Salmon reservoir by the Alaska Sportsmen's Association was 

also destroyed by va1dalism . 

. The Forest Service in commenting on Licen&ee's present 

proposal recognizes limitations associated with weather and 

vandalism, but nevertheless, recommends that Licensee provide 

an outlying cabin at the Annex Creek site along with 

boats. In submitting its comments, the Forest Service has 

undertaken to maintain any cabin facilities in the Annex 

reservoir since it is located within the Tongass National 

Forest. The Salmon Creek reservoir is not located upon 

public lands of the United States. 

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Project No. 2307 

- 3 - 

Interior, although ori~inally concurring with the 

licensee's more limited plans, subsequently recoounended 

the facilities proposed by the Forest Service at both 

reservoirs. Interior also recognizes that vandalism exists 

~t the sites, but felt that the facilities (the cabin 

would be of sturdy A frame construction) could be constructed 

of durable materials, such as heavy timber and stone, and 

that visitors could be required to register at the powerhouses. 

Commission staff field inspection of both sites confirms 

past actions of vandalism, limited accessibility of 

the reservoirs and recreational use of the two sites. However, 

because of the importance of safety and considering the 

recreational potential of the two sites, we conclude that 

comprehensive developrnent. requires that cabins be provided. 

The Commission finds: 

(1) The construction and maintenance of the outlying 

cabins as hereinafter provided is consistent with the 

public interest and appropriate for the purposes of the 

Federa 1 Power Ac t. . 

(2) The following designated and described filings 

comprising the Recreational Use Plan for Project No. 2307 

conform to the Commission's regulations and should be 

approved as part of the license for the project subject 

to the conditions set forth in ordering clausa (B) below: 

• 

1. Six pages of printed text entitled: "Recreational 

Development - Exhibit. R-2" and

Project No. 2307 - 4 - 

2. The following maps: 

": Exhibit R-l 

Sheet No. 

1 

2 

3 

Title 

Salmon Creek Reservoir & 

Annex Creek Reservoir 

Recreational Development - 

Vicinity Map 

Salmon Creek Reservoir & 


Recreation Development - 

Site Map 



Si te D.etail 

FPC NO. 

2307-22 

2307-23 

2307.-24 

4 

Salmon Creek Reservoir 


Site Detail 

2307-25

,".~. ,#",,:M' 

Project No. 2307 - 5 - 

", 

The Commission orders: 

(A) The Recreational Use Plan filings designated' and 

described in the above finding are hereby approved as part 

of the license for Project No. 2307 .. 

. (B) The Licensee shall construct at both the Annex and 

Salmon Creek sites, respectively, one A-frame type cabin of 

a design to be approved by the u.s. Forest Service and the 

Alaska Department of Natural Resources and Licensee shall, 

within 60 days of the date of this order, submit for Commission 

approval: 

(1) Revised recreational development 

maps showing the proposed location 

of the cabins. 

(2) A report setting forth Licensee's 

efforts to obtain a responsible 

public agency or agencies to care 

for and maintain the cabins or, 

in the alternative, Licensee's 

own plan for providing maintenance 

at the cabins. 

In the event Licensee, the U.S. Forest Service and the 

Alaska Department of Natural Resources cannot ~gree, the 

design of the cabins shall be determined by the Commission 

after n~tice and opportunity for hearing. 

(C) The license for Project No. 2307.is hereby modified 

to include the following additional article: 

Article 42. The licensee shall continue 

to cooperate with Federal, State, 

and local agencies; and shall provide 

and install, in addition to the 

recreational facilities set forth in 

the Recreational Use Plan, other 

facilities. Such additional facilities

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Project No. 2307 .. 6 .. 

shall be installed at such time as the 

Commission may require, either upon its 

own motion, or upon the recommendation 

of the U. S. Forest Service or the Alaska 

Department of Natural Resources for the 

Annex Creek or the Salmon Creek reservoirs, 

after notice and opportunity for 

hearing, and upon findings that such 

facilities are necessary, desirable, 

and consistent with the terms of the 

license. 

(D) This order shall become final 30 days from the 

date of its issuance unless application for rehearing shall 

be filed as provided in Section 3l3(a) of the Act, and 

failure to file such an application shall constitute acceptance 

of th~s order. 

By the Commission. 

Gordon M. Grant 

Secretary.

APPENDIX E-6 

LAND USE DESIGNATIONS 

The following definitions of Land Use Designations (LUD's) have 

been prepared by the U.S. Forest Service and incorporated in the Tongass 

National Forest Land Management Plan.

- 

Wilderness 

LAND USE DESIGNATIONS - 

LUD'S 

IlUD II Established Under AN IlC A 

Wilderness Areas will be managed as directed by the 

1964 Wilderness Act, as amended by ANILCA, which 

provides for the following uses: Fishing. Hunting, 

Trapping, subject to State Fish and Game regulations; 

subsistence uses; public recreation cabins (existing 

and limited new); structures and facilities under 

special use permit and/or public use; Fish Habitat 

Enhancement; access to private. State. Native lands; 

use of airplanes, motor boats, and snow machines; 

beach log salvage, subsistence and recreation use of 

timber. 

Lands Released from Wilderness Recommendation (LUD I) 

These lands were considered by Congress for Wilderness 

designation during consideration of ANILCA. The 

Congress decided not to include these lands in the 

National Wilderness Preservation System, thus directing 

their release from LUD I status. The allocation of 

these areas to Land Use Designations will be determined 

in the futur~ through the land management planning 

process. 

Nonwilderness National Monument Lands 

These lands, although not subject to provisions/ 

requirements of the National Wilderness Preservation 

System. will be managed to protect objects of 

ecological, cultural, geological. historical. 

prehistorical, and scientific interest. Harvesting 

of timber for commerical purposes is not permitted. 

ANILCA has recognized the mineral values in these 

locations and has provided for mineral development. 

Although withdrawn from entry, the Act makes 

provisions for continued prospecting on lands within 

3/4 of a mile of valid mineral claims. 

LUD II 

These lands are to be managed in a roadless state to 

retain their wildland character, but this would 

permit wildlife and fish habitat improvement and 

primitive recreational facility development. This 

designation will exclude: 

lU 0 III 

(1) Roads, except for specifically authorized 

uses. 

(2) Timber harvesting, except for controlling 

insect infestations or to protect other 

resource values. 

(3) Major concentrated recreational facilities. 

These lands will be managed for a variety of uses. 

The emphasis is on managing for uses and activities 

in a compatible and complementary manner to provide 

the greatest combination of benefits. These areas 

have either high use or high amenity values in 

conjunction with high commodity values. Allowances 

in calculated potential timber yield have been made 

to meet multiple objectives. These lands may include 

concentrated recreational developments. 

LUD IV 

Opportun1t1es w1ll be prov1ded for intensive resource 

use and development where emphasis 1s primarily on 

commodity or market resources. Allowances in 

caculated potential timber yield have been made to 

provide for protection of physical and biological 

product tv1ty.

APPENDIX E-7 

VISUAL QUALITY OBJECTIVES 

The following information is from the National Forest Landscape 

Management Volume 2 - The Visual Management System, prepared by the U.S. 

Forest Service. This information is provided to supplement the Visual Quality 

Objective (VQO) data in Section 6.1.1.

Introduction 

The American people are concerned 

about the quality of their visual 

environment. Because of this concern, it 

has become appropriate to establish the 

"visual landscape" as a basic resource, 

to be "treated as an essential part of and 

receive equal consideration with the 

other basic resources of the land" (FSM 

2380).1 At the same time, public demand 

has increased for goods and services 

produced on much of the same land. It 

has thus become n"ecessary to both 

inventory the visual resource and provide 

measurable standards for the 

management of it. 

Research has provided many of the 

. premises on which the system is based. 

Additional premises are drawn from the 

basic concepts, elements, principles, 

and variables of visual resource 

management described in National 

Forest Landscape Management, Volume 

I, Agriculture Handbook No. 434, 

Superintendent of Documents, 

Washington, D.C. 20402. The premises 

are presented here to give the reader an 

insight on how and why the system is 

structured as it is. 

The Visual Management System 

provides the framework within which 

this job can be accomplished. 

The objective of this chapter is to 

provide a system which: 

1. Establishes criteria for identification 

and classification of scenic quality as 

well as esthetic concern for that quality 

on National Forest lands. 

2. Establishes quality objectives for 

alteration of the visual resource. 

3. Provides all disciplines involved in 

land management the freedom to 

explore viable alternatives in order to 

attain the appropriate visual quality 

objectives. 

4. Inputs the visual resource into the 

established as well as the proposed land 

use and mut-tiple use methods of 

planning and operation. 

5. Recognizes the great variation in 

visual strength of the various types of 

natural landscapes and their inherent 

capabilities to accept alteration.

Varie1y Classes 

Process 

Variety Classes are obtained by 

classifying the landscape into different 

degrees of variety. This determines 

those landscapes which are most 

important and those which are of lesser 

value from the standpoint of scenic 

quality. 

The classification is based on the 

premise that all landscapes have some 

value, but those with the most variety or 

diversity have the greatest potential for 

high scenic value. 

There are three variety classes which 

identify the scenic quality of the natural 

landscape: 

Class A - Distinctive 

Class B • Common 

Class C • Minimal 

~~·c --- -~-.~ 

,... 


Refers to those areas where features of 

landform, vegetative patterns, water 

forms and rock formations are of 

unusual or outstanding visual quality. 

They are usually not common in the 

character type. 

Class B - Common 

Refers to those areas where features 

contain variety in form, line, color, and 

texture or combinations thereof but 

which tend to be common throughout 

the character type and are not 

outstanding in visual quality. 

Class C - Minimal 

Refers to those areas whose features 

have little change in form, line, color, or 

texture. Includes all areas not found 

under Classes A and' B. 

A frame of reference must be developed 

by which to judge the physical features 

of an area as distinctive, common, or 

minimal (Class A, B, or C). This is 

derived from the character type or 

subtype. (See pages 5 and 6.) Features 

such as landforms, water forms, rock 

formations, and vegetative patterns are 

compared singularly or in combination 

with those commonly found in the 

character type. Through this 

comparison, an area's overall degree of 

scenic quality and resultant variety class 

rating may be determined. 

Ranking the Class B features within the 

area should be done first as a means of 

establishing a benchmark from which 

distinctive and minimal can be judged. 

The exceptions are those subtypes in 

which the features common to the 

character type are outstanding in quality 

and lor known nationally for their scenic 

importance. These features should be 

ranked Class A even though they are 

common to the character type. 

Class A is the ranking given to those 

areas with features more distinctive or 

unusual than those defined in the Class 

B benchmark established above. Class A 

features usually exhibit a great deal of 

variety in form, line, color, and texture. 

landform, rock, water and vegetation 

stand out as being unusual and lor 

outstanding in visual quality compared 

to those found common in the character 

type. 

Class C features have very little variety, 

if any, in form, line, color, and texture. 

Water forms, because of their high 

attractiveness to people, should not 

generally fall into this category. 

Exceptions will depend on the character 

type but might be very small stagnant 

ponds, intermittent streams, etc. There 

will be character types which have very 

little, if any, of the land and its features 

that fall into Class C. 

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lap Preparation for Variety Class 

Preceding pages have identified variety 

classes and briefly outlined the 

procedure for determining them. The 

classes must now be mapped in order to 

provide the data base for development of 

visual quality objectives. 

1. Identify the character type and 

develop a written description of it and 

the subtype of the area. 

This oblique photo illustrates the steep 

mountain slope subtype within the 

Western Cascades character type. The 

written description of this subtype 

would contain a discussion of the visual 

aspects of physical geology and plant 

communities_ 

Landform 

CLASS A CLASS B CLASS C 

DISTINCTIVE COMMON MINIMAL 

I 

Over 60 percent slopes 30-60 percent slopes 0-30 percent slopes 

which are dissected, which are moderately which have little variuneven, 

sharp exposed dissected or rOiling. ' ety. No dissection and 

ridges or large domin- 

no dominant features. 

ant features. 

Rock Flitures stand out on Features obvious but do Small to nonexistent 

Form landform. not stand out. Common features. 

Unusual or outstanding, but not outstanding No avalanche chutes, 

avalanche chutes, talus avalanche chutes, talus talus slopes, boulders 

I slopes, outcrops, etc., slopes, boulders and and rock outcrops. 

in size, shape, and rock outcrops. 

' location. 

I 

Vegetation High degree of patterns Continuous vegetative Continuous vegetative 

in vegetation. I cover with interspersed cover with little or no 

patterns. 

pattern. 

I.;Irge old-growth timber. Mature but not out- No understory, over· 

Unusual or outstanding standing old-growth. story or ground cover. 

I diversity in plant species. Common diversity in 

plant species. 

Water I 50 acres or larger. 5 to 50 acres. Less than 5 acres. No 

I Forms, Those smaller than 50 Some shoreline irregularity or 

Lakes acres with one or more I irregularity. Minor reflection. 

of the following: reflections only. 

(1) Unusual or out- Class B shoreline 

standing shoreline vegetation. 

configuration, 

I 

(2) reflects maior features, 

(3) islands, 

(4) Class A shoreline 

vegetation or rock 

forms. 

Water I Drainage with numer- Drainage, with common Intermittent streams or 

Forms. ous or unusual chang- meandering and flow small perennial streams 

Streams ing flow character- characteristics. with little or no fluctuistics, 

falls. rapids. 

ation in flow or falls. 

I 

pools and meanders 

rapids, or meandering. 

or large volume. 

I 

I 

I 

2. Prepare a chart (or list) of landscape 

features within the character type or 

subtype and describe each feature for 

Variety Class A, B, and C. 

This chart represents a variety class 

breakdown of the steep mountain slope 

subtype shown in the photo. A chart of 

this kind should be compared to the 

written description of the character type 

to determine what features are 

distinctive, common or minimal (Class 

A. B. or C). This chart is appropriate for 

this subtype only since descriptions for 

other character types or subtypes may 

vary according to the characteristics of 

the land. 

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3. Rate features for variety 

This oblique photo illustrates the broad 

variety class breakdown defined in the 

preceding chart for the sample area on 

the Mt. Hood National Forest. The 

photos below show both broad and 

detailed examples of the variety class 

breakdown within the stud·f area. 


Class B - Common

Vertical photos, particularly in stereo 

pairs, are an excellent tool in judging 

the broad variety class determination of 

step NO.3. 

4. Prepare a detailed base map at the 

same scale as those currently being 

used for Multiple Use pl'anning units. 

5. Prepare an overlay as shown at lert to 

illustrate the variety class determination. 

Information on the base map will be 

usod lor all aspects of the Visual 

Management System process and 

should include but not be limited to: 

Topographic data (best available). 

Landow nersh i p bou ndaries. 

Existing arnj- proposed (within 10 years) 

travel routes, including non-Forest 

Service routes which provide views into 

Forest Service lands. (Would include but 

not be limited to roads, trails, low-level 

commercial air routes, passenger rail 

routes, etc.) Information can be obtained 

from Forest Service, local, state and 

national route studies and transportation 

plans. 

Existing and proposed (within 10 years) 

use areas and water bodies including 

those on non-Forest Service land which 

provide views into Forest Service land. 

(Would include but not be limited to 

local,.state and national parks, 

recreation sites, monuments, etc. 

Information can be obtained Irom Forest 

Service, local, state and national 

recreation studies and plans.) 

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, 

Sensitivity Leve'ls 

Process 

Sensitivity Levels are a measure of 

people's concern for the scenic quality 

of the National Forests. 

Sensitivity levels are determined for land 

areas viewed by those who: are travetlng 

through the Forest on developed roads 

and trails; are using areas such as 

campgrounds and visitor centers; or are 

recreating at lakes, streams, and other 

water bodies. It is recognized that all 

National Forest land Is seen at Ileast by 

aircraft users. Therefore, some degree of 

visitor sensitivity will be established for 

the entire land base. 

Three sensitivity levels are employed, 

each identifying a different level of user 

concern for 1he visual environment. 

Level 1 - 

Level 2 - 

Level 3 - 

Highest Sensitivity 

Average Sensitivity 

Lowest Sensitivity 

The degree of visitor sensitivity to his 

visual environment is extremely difficult 

to quantify. Additional research into the 

sociological' aspects of man's perception 

of his environment is essential. Various 

research scientists are investigating this 

concept in depth and changes will be 

made in the process as findings are 

published. 

Two steps are involved ,In establishing 

sensitivity levels. Both must be 

coordinated between the Forests 

involved if the route or area in question 

crosses Forest boundaries. 

Step One-All travel routes, use areas, 

and water bodies are identified as being 

of either primary or secondary 

importance within the area of 

consideration. The following list 

provides a general method for 

determining into which catagory each 

facility belongs. Determinants such as 

national or local importance may not 

apply to all routes and areas, and 

additional Items may be required for a 

complete evaluation. 

, 

primary importance 

Step Two-The major and minor concern 

of users for the scenic qualities of the 

Forest is identified in this step. Major 

concern for aesthetics is usually 

expressed by people who are driving for 

pleasure, hiking scenic trails, camping 

at primary use areas, using lakes and 

streams along with other forms of 

recreational activities. Minor concern for 

aesthetics is usually expressed by those 

people involved with daily commuter 

driving, hauling forest products, 

employed in the woods and other 

commercial uses of the Forest. 

Identifying users and the major or minor 

concerns they express for aesthetics will 

indicate the long range function of each 

specific travel route, use area, and water 

body. The combined information will 

establish sensitivity levels for the total 

Forest land base. 

secondary importance 

Travel Route Nationa,l importance Local' importance 

High use volume I Low use volume 

Long use duration Short use duration 

Forest land access Project roads 

roads 

Use Areas National importance Local tmportance 

High use volume Low use volume 

Long use duration Short use duration 

Large size 

Small size 

. Water Bodies National importance Local importance 

High fishing use Low fishing use 

High boating use Low boating use 

High swimming use Low swimming use 

• 

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Level' 1 

Sensitivity Level 1 Includes all seen 

areas from PRIMARY travel routes, use 

areas, and water bodles5 where, as a 

minimum. at least one-fourth of the 

Forest visitors have a MAJOR concern 

for the scenic qualities. Examples are all 

areas seen from: 

Primary roads, primary trails used by 

hikers and horsemen. and primary use 

sites within National Parks, Nationat 

Recreation Areas. Wilderness and other 

dedicated Wild Areas. 

All public transportation systems of 

national importance Including railways. 

Primary areas of fishing. swimming. 

boating,and other active or passive 

recreation on or adjacent to water bodies 

such as streams, lakes, ocean, etc. 

Primary recreation areas (vista points, 

campgrounds, picnic grounds, beaches, 

visitor centers, trail camps, etc.) 

Primary resorts and winter sports areas. 

Primary geological areas. 

Sensitivity Level 1 also includes all seen 

areas from SECONDARY travel routes, 

use areas, and water bodies5 where at 

least three fourths of the Forest visitors 

have a MAJOR concern for the scenic 

qualities. Examples are areas seen 

from: 

Secondary roads and trails and use 

areas within as well as to and from 

National Parks, National Recreation 

Areas, Wilderness and other dedicated 

Wild Areas. 

Secondary recreation sites that fit the 

definition above. 

Examples of either primary or secondary 

roules which should always be assigned 

sensitivity level 1 are: 

All roads classified as "scenic 

highways." 

All roads and trails leading directly to 

major areas of interest; National Parks, 

Wilderness, major recreation 

. composities, historic sites and areas, 

botanical sites, etc. 

Primary botanical areas. 

Primary historlca' sites. 

Areas of primary importance for 

observation of wildlife. 

Primary summer home tracts. 

Highly sensitive communities such as 

one where a large portion of the 

population is not dlrecUy related to 

performing Forest land management 

activities. 

S'ncludes those travel routes, use areas, 

and water bodies that are existing and 

those proposed (within ten years). 

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Level 2 

____ tfilt ......,.iliF1lt... 

Sensitivity level 2 includes a'll seen 

areas from PRIMARY travel routes. use 

areas, and water bodies6. where fewer 

than one fourth of the Forest visitors 

have a MAJOR concern for scenic 

qualities. Examples are all areas seen 

from: 

All Federal. State and primary County or 

Forest systems not listed under level 1. 

Known low-flying air routes (includes 

non-commercial leisure flying). 

Communities-large portion of the 

population is directly related to 

performing Forest land management 

activities. 

Other primary uses not incl'uded under 

level 1. 

level 2 also includes all seen areas from 

SECONDARY travel routes, use areas, 

and water bodies6 where at least 

one-fourth and not more than threefourths 

of the Forest visitors have a 

MAJOR concern for scenic qualities. 

Examples are all areas seen from: 

Secondary County and Forest systems 

that fit the above definition. 

Secondary trail systems. 

All roads leading directly to secondary 

areas of interest and recreation 

composites. 

Secondary recreation areas (vista points, 

campgrounds, picnic grounds, etc.). 

Secondary uses of fishing, swimming, 

boating, and other active or passive 

recreation on or adjacent to water bodies 

such as streams, lakes, etc. 

Secondary geological areas. 

Secondary botan ical areas. 

Secondary resorts. 

Secondary summer home tracts. 

Secondary historic sites. 

Areas of sectmdary importance for 

observation of wildlife. 

Does not include travel routes and use 

areas of only occasional visitation. 

61ncludes both existing and proposed 

(within ten years). 

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Level 3 

Level 3 Includes all seen areas from 

SECON DARY travel routes, use areas, 

and water bodies where less than onefourth 

of the Forest visitors have a 

MAJOR concern for scenic qualities. 

(Level 3 does not include any areas seen 

from PRIMARY routes or areas.) 

Examples are areas seen from: 

All county and Forest road systems, not 

in level 1 or 2, which are either 

permanent or temporary. 

Secondary Forest trail system used 

primarily for fire protection and other 

administrative uses. 

Recreation sites of titHe or no 

consequence (such as an occasional 

unimproved hunter camps). 

Streams with little or no fishing use. 

Secondary roads or use areas with only 

occasional use. 

I Summary Table for all Sensitivitv Levers: 

Sensitivity Level 

Use , 

2 3 

Prim_v Trav" At least Y. of use,s Less than Ya of users 

Routes. Use Areas. have MAJOR have MAJOR 

and Water Bodi .. concern for scenic concern for scenic 

I 

qualities 

qualities 

I 

Secondary Travel' At least % of users A t least % and not Less than Y. of users 

Rout_. Use Are •• have MAJOR more than * of have MAJOR 

.nd Wa~r Bodl. concern for scehle users have MAJOR concern for scenic 

I qualities concern for scenic qualities 

qualities 

The proportion of users (one-fourth and three-fourths figures) Identified through the 

discussion and in this table are provided as a guide only. They indicate the 

relationship between the types of visitor and their concern for aesthetics on the 

National Forest. Adjustments in the one-fourth to three-fourths user quantification 

may be required to meet local situations. 

All National Forest land not seen from 

any travel route, use area, or water body. 

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Map Preparation for Sensitivi1y Levels 

Preceding pages have identified 

sensitivity levels and discussed 

examples of each. The levels must now 

be mapped in order to provide the data 

base for development of visual quality 

objectives. The foHowing process is 

recommended: 

1. Utilize the same base map used for 

variety class determination. 

2. Identify all travel routes, specific use 

areas, and water bodies which meet the 

preceding Level 1, 2, or 3 determinants. 

3. Prepare an overlay of all seen areas 

from level 1 travel routes, use areas, and 

water bodies. Vertical photos provide 

one possible tool for determining seen 

areas. All' plotting should be verified on 

the ground. Several computer programs 

for determining seen area are available. 

(See appendix.) 

4. I'dentify distance zones of foreground, 

middleground, and bac'kground for seen 

areas established in step 3. Label' all 

distance zones with appropriate symbol 

and sensitivity level number: 

fg 1 • Foregound Level 1 

mg 1 • Middleground Level 1 

bg 1 • Background Level 1 

See page 7 for definition and discussion 

of distance zones. 

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5. Prepare an overlay of all seen areas 

from level 2 travel routes. use areas and 

water bodies, as described under step 

No.3. 

6. Identity distance zones of 

foreground. middleground, and 

background for seen areas of Level 2 

travel routes, use areas, and water 

bodies as described under step NO . 4. 

Label all distance zones with appropriate 

symbol and sensitivity level number. 

Seen areas should be based primarily on 

landform screening for both sensitivity 

levels 1 and 2 since vegetative screening 

may be altered through planned 

management or natural causes. 

On-the-ground analysis should be made 

during optimum lighting and weather 

conditions to verify the distance zones 

established . (See pages 52, 53,56 and 

57 of volume I.) 

7. Identify level 3 areas as all those land 

areas which do not meet the criteria lor 

Level 1 and 2. Level 3 determinants are 

listed on the preceding pages to point 

out the differences between level 2 and 

3. Label all such areas with the figure 3. 

Identification of distance zones is 

generally not necessary in level 3 areas. 

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8. When the overlays developed in 

steps 3 through 7 are put together, 

conflict may result from some areas 

being viewed from more than one 

distance zone or with a different 

sensitivity level. In all cases, the more 

restrictive sensitivity level will be used 

in the final overlay. 

1 

J 

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i 

1 

, 

.. 

bg2 

mg2 

fg1 mgl 

191 mg1 

191 mg1 

bgl 

bg1 

mg2 

I 

fg2 

fg2 

f92 

I 

mg2 

mg2 

mg2 

bg2 

bg2 

The most restrictive sensitivity level can 

be easily determined by use of this 

chart. If an area has been identified as 

both mg2 and fg2, these can be 

compared (mg2 in the left column versus 

fg2 in the top row) to determine that fg2 

is the proper (or most restrictive) term 

for that area. 

fg2 

I 

fg1 

mg1 

fg2 

fgl 

bgl 

fg1 

mg1 

bg1 

mgl 

fg1 

mg1 

fg1 

191 

9. Adjust final seen area boundaries 

after conflicts involving sensitivity levels 

and distance zones have been resot'ved. 

The final overlay will show the seen area 

in terms of distance zones with the 

sensitivity level number accompanying 

it. 

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Quality Objectives 

At this p.olnt In the system all lands 

should have been Identified as to the 

public's concern for scenic quality 

(sensitivity levels) as well as diversity of 

natural features (variety classes). 

Devel'opment of measurable standards or 

objectives for the visual management of 

these lands now becomes the primary 

task. The visual quality objectives are 

designed to accomplish that purpose. 

They are represented by five terms which 

can be defined as visual resource 

management goals. The objectives are: 

'P 

R 

PR 

M 

MM 

Preservation 

Retention 

Partial Retention 

Modification 

Maximum Modification 

These objectives are keyed to the values 

set forth In the variety classes and 

sensitivity levels. Except for 

preservation, each describes a different 

degree of acceptable alteration of the 

natural landscape based upon the 

importance of esthetics. The degree of 

alteration is measured In terms of visual 

contrast with the surrounding natural 

landscape. 

Two additional short-term management 

goals may be required. The first is used 

to upgrade landscapes containing visual 

impacts which do not meet the quality 

objectives set for that particular area. 

The second is for landscapes having a 

potential for greater natural-appearing 

variety. The short-term management 

goals are: 

reh 

e 

IRehabllltatlon 

Enhancement 

Once the short-term goa1 is attained, 

one of the five quality objectives is then 

applied. 

The following are descriptions and 

illustrations of the five quality objectives 

and two short-term management goals. 

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Preservation P 

This visual quality obJective allows 

ecological changes only_ Management 

activities, except for very low visualimpact 

recreation facUities, are 

proh ibited_ 

This objective applies to Wilderness 

areas, primitive areas, other special 

classified areas, areas awaiting 

classification and some unique 

management units which do not justify 

special classification. 

., ..... 

Wilderness 

Quaking Aspen Swamp Botanical Area 

Wheel,er Creek Research Natural Area 

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Retention R 

This visual quality objective provides for 

management activities which are not 

visually evident. 

Under Retention activities may only 

repeat form, line, color, and texture 

which are frequently found In the 

characteristic landscape. Changes in 

their qualities of size, amount, intensity, 

direction, pattern, etc., should not be 

evident. 

Duration of Visual Impact 

Immediate reduction in form, line, color, 

and texture contrast in order to meet 

Retention should be accomplished 

either during operation or immediately 

after. It may be done by such means as 

seeding vegetative clearings and cut-orfill 

slopes, hand planting of large stock, 

painting structures, etc. 

The majority of the lineal clearings for 

log removal in this large tree removal 

sal,e are not evident even though located 

from top to bottom every 200 feet along 

the ridge. To achieve this quality 

objective, the clearing for the cable 

roads was kept to a minimum width of 

10 to 12 feet rather than the normal 25 to 

30 feet. 

The vegetative clearings for the ski runs 

and lifts above the parking area would 

not be visually evident to the casual 

Forest visitor. The clearings repeat form 

line, and texture from the surrounding , 

vegetative patterns to achieve the 

RETENTION quality objective. 

Forms resulting from thls removal of 

large mature trees repeat natural 

openings frequently found in the 

characteristic landscape so completely 

that they are not evident. The form on 

the right side of the after photo appears 

too large compared to adjacent natural! 

occurrences. However, just outside the 

area photographed are natural openings 

as large. Meeting RETENTION also 

includes spur and skid roads which exist 

physically I but are not evident. 

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~-:;.-../' 

~.", 

Before 

After

i 

i. 

i I' 

The aerial tramway which traverses the middle tandform (A) 

from top to bottom does not introduce any evident form. fine, 

color, or texture. 

The clearcut in this photo (C), of which only a hint of the tree 

bole edge can be seen. would not be evident to the forest 

visitor. It does not Introduce any evident form, line, color, or 

texture. The lower photo (0) shows how some of these harvest 

units look from the air. 

The detail photo (8) shows several reasons why. Trees were 

often topped Instead of cleared to maintain natural color and 

texture. Any clearing widths are absolute minimums. Tram 

profile Is low. corresponding to adjacent tree height. Color of 

cars and towers Is well choosen to blend with adjacent 

vegetation as well as color In the background. 

The shelterwood cut in the lower portion 

of this photo illustrates RETENTION . 

From the observation point and under 

these lighting conditions, it does not 

introduce any evident form. line, color or 

texture. 

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Partial Retention PR 

Management activities remain visually 

subordinate to the characteristic 

landscape when managed according to 

the partial retention visual quality 

objective. 

Activities may repeat form, line, color, 

or texture common to the characteristic 

landscape but changes in their qualities 

of sile, amount, intensity, direction, 

pattern, etc., remain visually 

subordinate to the characteristic 

landscape. 

Activities may also introduce form, 'line, 

color, or texture which are found 

infrequently or not at all in the 

characteristic landscape, but they 

should remain subordinate to the visual 

strength of the characteristic landscape. 


Reduction in form, line, color, and 

texture to meet partial retention should 

be accomplished as soon after project 

completion as possible or at a minimum 

within the first year. 

The irregularly-shaped clearcut at the 

junction of these two valleys is evident 

but remains subordinate to the 

characteristic landscape. Note the 

contrast with the rectangular unit to the 

right. Color and texture contrast is 

reduced by leaving a heavy 

concentration of whlips in the unit. The 

shape is natural enough to be found in a 

valley such as this. 

The path in this photo is evident but 

remains subordinate to the 

characteristic landscape. It was achieved 

by adding color to the paving material to 

repeat the darker grays in the rock 

formations. The path follows the natural 

rock formation resulting in minimal 

disruption of the site. 

This regeneration partial cut on the right side of the photo 

remains subordinate to the characteristic landscape. This Is 

because the shape, with the exception of being somewhat out 

of scale, repeats the form, line, color, and texture of the 

natural occurrences common to the surrounding area. 

Forms resulting from construction of this winter sports site 

(left center) are evident, but remain visually subordinate to the 

characteristic landscape to achieve PARTIAL RETENTION. 

Form and line were repeated at the same scale as the natura' 

openings common to the scene being vieWed. Additional 

borrowing of color and texture by such techniques as 

established grass cover would have made the activity 

undiscernible and, thus, achieved the higher visual quality 

objective of RETENTION. 

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This microwave facUlty repeats form and color of the 

surrounding landforms and vegetation to the point that It 

remains visually subordinate to the characteristic landscape. 

This paved parking lot is evident but remains visually 

subordinate to the surrounding area to achieve PARTIAL 

RETENTION. The color of the paving repeats colors found in 

the existing rock. The line created where the edge of the paving 

joins the rocks is completely natural, following the outline of 

the outcrop. 

The road In this photo is evident but remains subordinate to 

the characteristic landscape. The detail photo shows why. 

"Corten Steel" bin walls were used which repeat the colors in 

the natural surroundings as well as allowing vegetation to 

remain close to the toe of the road. 

The form introduced by the clearcut on the ridge remains 

visually subordinate to the characteristic landscape. The 

exposed soil color repeats enough color of the surrounding 

dormant vegetation to achieve this surbordination. Also, the 

overall variety in vegetative patterns, texture, and color tends to 

draw the eye away from the activity. 

This fish ladder is evident but remains visually subordinate to 

the natural stream to achieve PARTIAL RETENTION. The same 

concrete walls, If constructed to look like stream rock 

formations. might help achieve a higher Visual: Quality 

Objective. Varying the pool size and their heights in the ladder 

might have completed this achievement of RETENTION . 

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Modification M 

Under the modification visual quality 

objective management activities may 

visually dominate the original characteristic 

landscape. However, activities of 

vegetative and land form alteration must 

borrow from naturally established form, 

line, color, or texture so completely and 

at such a scal'e that its visual 

characteristics are those of natural 

occurrences within the surrounding area 

or character type. Additional parts of 

these activities such as structures, 

roads, slash, root wads, etc., must 

remain visually subordinate to the 

proposed composition. 

Activities which are predominately 

introduction of facilities such as 

buildings, signs, roads, etc., should 

borrow naturally established form, line, 

color and texture so completely and at 

such scale that its visual characteristics 

are compatible with the natural 

surroundings. 


Reduction in form, line, color, and 

texture should be accomplished in the 

first year or at a minimum should meet 

existing regional guidelines. 

This sign dominates the characteristic 

landscape but borrows from naturally 

established form, line, and color so 

completely and at such scale that its 

visual characteristics are compatible 

with the natural surroundings. 

This powerline, with the exception of t'he 

bright towers exceeds the criteria for 

MODIFICATION. The design of the 

clearings has borrowed form and texture 

from vegetative patterns in the 

characteristic landscape. If the towers 

had borrowed color from the 

surrounding area, the activity would 

meet a higher quality objective. 

The road dominates the foreground but 

borrows enough of the form, line, color 

and texture from the landform upon 

which it lies to appear visually 

compatible. The Quality Objective was 

achieved by fitting the road alignment 

to the landforms. Cut banks were 

rounded back to appear as part of the 

existing landform. Vegetative clearing 

lines undulate including vegetation left 

in some places adjacent to the road's 

edge. This road seen in middle ground 

would likely meet RETENTION or 

PARTIAL RETENTION 

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The two photos illustrate vegetative alterations which dominate foregrounds. Such 

elements as skidroads, slash, cull logs, etc., should be subordinate to the opening. 

The photo on the right illustrates how planting of an annual grass cover plus 

achieving a natural appearing edge effect can complete the appearance of a natural 

opening though stilt dominant. 

The clearcut in this photo dominates the 

characteristic landscape, but appears to 

be a natural occurence. It is achieved 

primarily because of the groupings of 

the trees left with in the form.

The ranger station in this photo dominates the characteristic 

landscape but repeats much of the line. color, and texture of 

the timbered site. The structure is well sited among the trees 

and easily meets the MODIFICATION visual quality objective. 

This clearcut dominates the characteristic landscape, but with 

the exception of color, it appears as a natural occurrence. The 

Quality objective Is aChieved primarily because 0' the natural 

form in scale with natural openings and the very loose, 

irregular edge effect caused by scattered tree groupings and 

undulating shape. The road is evident but remains subordinate 

to the natural appearing form. 

~ ... ~;- 

~« ~ .. ~,( -'? . ' 

;.: . " . 

" :" '- 

This visitor center dominates the characteristic landscape, but 

repeats enough form and color from the rugged shoreline to 

appear visually compatible. 

The clearcuts dominate the characteristic landscape but appear 

as natural occurrelnces primarily because of form and color. 

T,ho clearcuts have been seeded to grass to achieve an 

immediate reduction of the visual impact. 

The regeneration cut dominates as a 

natural appearing composition in a 

characteristic landscape of continuous 

texture (A). Form is borrowed well from 

the natural openings infrequently found 

in the surrounding landscape. The 

natural-appearing edge (8) is achieved 

through using small natural openings as 

part of the edge and by leaving scaltered 

trees just inside the boundary of the sale 

area. Color and texture appear natural 

because of scattered grass cover. 

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Maximum Modification, MM 

Management activities of vegetative and 

landform alterations may dominate the 

characteristic landscape. However, when 

viewed as background, the visual 

characteristics must be those of natural 

occurrences within the surrounding area 

or character type. When viewed as 

foreground or middle ground, they may 

not appear to completely borrow from 

naturally established form, line, color, 

or texture. Alterations may also be out 

of scale or contain detail which is 

incongruent with natural occurrences as 

seen in foreground or middle 

ground. 

Introduction of additonal parts of these 

activities such as structures, roads, 

slash, and root wads must remain 

visually subordinate to the proposed 

composition as viewed in background. 


Reduction of contrast should be 

accomp ~ ished within five years. 

The middle ground clearcut is one of 

vertical emphasis in a part of the natural 

landscape which Is primarily horizontal 

in direction. However, when viewed as 

background shape and pattern of form, 

it appears as a natural occurrence. 

The clearcut in the background appears 

as a natural occurrence borrowing 

primarily form or shape from adjacent 

landforms. The scale of the unit appears 

to be larger than natural openings in the 

area. 

Shape and pattern of form are basically those of natural 

occurrences within the character type. The only exception 

involves the larger unit that exceeds the scale of the 

surrounding area. 

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fhess clearcuts dominate the characteristic landscape but 

borrow shape and pattern of form so completely that they 

appear as natural occurrences as would be seen In background. 

These clearcut forms dominate but borrow shape and pattern of 

form completely enough to appear as natural occurrences in 

this background scene. 

The shape and pattern of clearcut form on the ridge top is 

dominant but appears as a natural occurrence in this 

background scene. 

The combination of clearcuts in this photo meet this objective 

because of the natural appearing variety in amount. size, 

shape, and pattern of form as would be judged from a 

background d,istance zone. 

In background the roads would also tend to be visually 

subordinate to the pattern of forms. The clearcut pattern 

e)(ceeds the criteria for MAXIMUM MODIFICATION, because of 

the green color of the older units. 

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Unacceptable M,odification 

This section sets examples of excessive 

modification or what not to do to any 

landscape regardless of the distance 

from which the management activity 

may be observed. 

One or more of these characteristics are 

indicative of unacceptable modHication: 

• Size of activities is excessive or poorly 

related to scale of landform and 

vegetative patterns in characteristic 

landscape. 

• Overall extent of management 

activities is excessive. 

• Activities or facilities that contrast in 

form, line, color, or texture are 

excessive. All dominance elements in 

the management activity are visually 

unrelated to those in the characteristic 

landscape. 


Unacceptable Modification includes 

those visual impacts which exceed 10 

years duration. 

The road cut for this intersection is 

strong in form and visually unrelated to 

the flat site through which it passes. 

This powerline clearing produces a 

strong line which is visually unrelated to 

the characteristic landscape. Location 

on the right side of the river through a 

landscape strong in form would have 

resulted in much less impact. Because 

of right-of-way maintenance, the impact 

will be visible for more than 1,0 years. 

Most of the clearcuts are visually unrelated in shape and 

pattern of form to natural occurrences. 

The size and extent of this activity is excessive. It is poorly 

related to shape and scale of landforms or vegetative openings 

within the characteristic landscape. 

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The visual impact of this road failure 

illustrates how attention is brought not 

only to the effect on the visual resource 

but also to the mismanagement of the 

soil and water resource. As In many such 

cases, the impact will be of long 

duration, well beyond the 10-year 

period. In this instance, it is because the 

soil is moving continually, preventing 

revegetation of the slope. 

I' • 

This winter sports site produces a 

strong form visually unrelated to those 

found in natural occurrences. 

The alignment of this road, being 

unrelated to the landform through which 

it passes, Introduces strong contrasts of 

form, line, and color In the characteristic 

landscape. The geometrically perfect cut 

slopes do not borrow from the rounded 

earthforms or rock outcrops of this area. 

Often, the steepness of the slope and 

sterility of the soil wlli inot allow any type 

of vegetation to grow and reduce the 

very apparent color contrast that has 

been created. 

Any activity that leaves an excessive amount of slash, cuI!! 

logs. and root wads is unacceptable regardless of the 

sensitivity level of the area from which it is seen. This particular 

practice is also unacceptable from the standpoint of fire 

management. Slash In these types of areas should meet, at a 

minimum, the MM fire management standard meaning medium 

rate 01 spread and medium resistance to control. 

The fish ladder in this photo may meet fisheries objectives and 

be structurally sound, but It is far too great a visual impact to 

be acceptable on most any stream. Very little, if any of its 

form, line, color or texture is borrowed from the natural 

streamside character. 

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Rehabilitation reh 

Landscape rehabilitation Is a short term 

management alternative used to restore 

landscapes containing undesirable 

visual impacts to a desired visual 

quality. It may not always be possible to 

immediately achieve the prescribed 

visual quality objective with rehabilitation, 

but it should provide a more 

visually desirabl'e landscape in the 

interim. RehabiUtation may be achieved 

through alteration, concealment, or 

removal of obtrusive elements. Such 

rehabil'itation might include: 

• Vegetative alternatives to eliminate 

obtrusive edges, shapes, patterns, 

colors, etc. 

• Terrain alterations to blend better with 

natural slopes. 

• Alteration, concealment, or removal of 

structures containing obtrusive form, 

colors, or light reflections. 

• Revegetation of cut-and-fill slopes. 

• Alteration, concealment, or removal of 

slash, root wads, or construction 

debris. 

Before 

After 

This "before" drawing shows a number of clearcut blocks which do not meet any of 

the visual quality objectives. This dominant feature would normally be managed 

under RETENTION or PARTIAL RETENTION. 

The "after" drawing shows the clearcuts reshaped to lead the eye back towards the 

dominant feature. Though the rehabilitation does not yet meet RETENTION or 

PARTIAL RETENTION, it is a much more accepta1ble composition while growth 

takes place. 

• Identification of landscapes needing 

rehabilitation should normally be done 

at the time quality objectives are 

applied. Further instruction can be 

found in the back of this section and 

titled "Quality Objective Mapping" 

Color is often one of the most critcial elements in reducing the visual impact of road 

scars. The use of asphalt emulsion as illustrated In the detail photo Is one way of 

effectlvety reducing the color contrast. 

40 

Reduction of visual impact from 

unacceptable modification to PARTIAL 

RETENTION is being achieved by 

painting the high reflective aluminum 

towers with acid-base paint.

En1hancement e 

Enhancement is a short-term 

management alternative aimed at 

increasing positive visual variety where 

little variety now exists. Enhancement 

may be achieved through addition, 

subtract ion, or alteration of vegetation, 

water, rock, earthforms, or structures, to 

create additional variety of forms, 

edges, colors, textures, patterns, or 

spaces. Examples of these might 

include: 

• Addition of speCies to plant 

community to give unique form, color, 

or texture to an area. 

• Manipulation of vegetation to open up 

vistas or screen out undesirable 

views. 

• Addition of structures which enhance 

the natural landscape. 

• Identification of landscapes needing 

enhancement will normally come from 

landscape management corri1dor plans 

such as outlined in PSW 49 by L1tton7. 

Addition of plant species introduces 

spring color. 

Addition of plant species highlights fall 

colors. 

7Utton, R. Burton, Jr. 1968. 

Forest Landscape Description and 

Inventories-a basis for land planning 

and design. USDA Forest Service, 

Pacific SouthweSI Forest and Range 

Experiment Station, Berkley, 

California. 

Construction of a fuel break creates a 

desirable view. 

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APPENDIX E-8 

ZONING DISTRICT DEFINITIONS 

The Ci ty and Borough of Juneau (CBJ) has prepared zoni ng di stri ct 

definitions for the CBJ area. These definitions have been included to assist 

in describing land use and management practices in Lower Salmon Creek Valley.

04-13-84 

ZONING DISTRICT DEFINITIONS 

R-5, RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT; The purpose of the R-5 district is to provide and 

protect land for families who desire to live in an environment of single and 

two family dwellings and who do not want or have need for larger lots. It is 

desirable that this district be served by community water and sewer 

R-7. RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT. The purpose of the R-7 district is to provide and 

protect residential land for families who desire to live in an environment of 

single and two family dwellings. These districts may be established to 

protect the character of existing residentially developed areas. 

R-12, RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT. The purpose of the R-12 district is to provide 

and preserve land for families who desire to live in low density areas and 

where smaller lots would tend to be detrimental to the area. 

R-40, RESIDENTIAL~RESERYE DISTRICT. The purpose of the R-40 district is to 

provide and protect land for fanrilies who desire to live in a low density 

rural environment and where development on smaller lots would tend to be 

detrimental to the area. Also, it is recognized that much of the rural area 

of the city and borough has no pattern or trend of development established, 

therefore, the district may also be utilized as a reserve or holding zone from 

which changes may be made as the community grows or as needs for various types 

of 1 and are dete",i ned. 

RM, (GARDEN APARTMENT) MULTI-FAMILY DISTRICT. The purpose of the RM district 

is to provide the opportunity for the establishment of multi-family uses in 

the lower density ranges such as townhouses or two-sto~ apartments, 

particularly where higher density developments would tend to be out of 

character with that of the existing or prospective development of the 

adjoining properties. 

RML, (LOW DENSITY) MULTI-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT. This district provides 

areas for the development of low densit.y multi-family housing. It is designed 

to be located adjacent to single-family areas and will often be used as a 

buffer to provide for an orderly transition of development adjoining high 

density multi-family, commercial or industrial districts or along major 

streets where such areas, because of traffic, noise or other characteristics, 

may not be conducive to the development of desirable single-family 

environments. 

~~, (MEDIUM DENSITY) MULTI-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT. This district is 

deSigned to provide adequate and appropriately located areas for the 

development of medium density multi-family uses and other compatible 

nonresidential uses. 

RO, (HIGH RISE RESIDENTIAL-OFFICE) DISTRICT. This is a high density 

multi-family reSidential district which also permits limited retail, office, 

and other uses in no more than ten percent of the gross floor area of 

multi-family structures.

C-l. NEIGHBORHOOD COMMERCIAL DISTRICT. This district is for the establishment 

of uses which primarily serve the daily or frequent convenience shopping and 

personal service needs of residents of the surrounding area. and thus serves a 

population and trade area less than that served by central of general 

commercial districts. It is. anticipated that new trade areas will be 

established as the community grows, therefore, a special procedure for the 

creation of new commercial districts for shopping center projects is provided 

the the zoning regulations. 

C-2, CENTRAL COMMERCIAL DISTRICT. This district recognizes the role of the 

area's central business district which is primarily for retail trade, 

administrative and professional offices, specialty shops and services to the 

general public. This district is more selective than the general commercia.l 

district in the heavier commercial uses such as lumber yards and wholesaling 

are not allowed. 

C-3, GENERAL COMMERCIAL DISTRICT. This district is to provide areas for those 

~pes of retail, wholesale. transportation and service uses which tend to 

conflict with the uses penmitted in neighborhood and central commercial 

districts. 

CWR, RESIDENTIAl - WATERFRONT COMMERCIAL DISTRICT. This district is primarily 

for waterfront apartments and service-commercial uses oriented to the marine 

element of the community and is designed to be located in close proximity to 

residential districts. This district recognizes the community's increasing 

interest in water related activities and will be designated on the zoning maps 

as further need develops. 

I, INDUSTRIAL DISTRICT. This district provides for light manufacturing and 

service industries subject to perionnance standards regulating noise, odors. 

glare, physical hazards and other influences that could adversely affect 

adjoining properties. Types of heavy manufacturing and other industries which 

normally have characteristics objectionable to residential, commercial and 

even certain industrial uses are allowable in this district only after 

issuance of a conditional use permit. 

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APPENDIX E-9 

ALASKA COASTAL MANAGEMENT PROGRAM 

This appendix includes correspondence from the Alaska Office of 

Management and Budget, 01 vis i on of Governmenta 1 Coord 1 na t ion, regard 1 ng the 

Alaska Coastal Management Program and the requested Coastal Project Questionnaire 

and Statement of Consistency.

COASTAL PROJECT QUESTIONNAIRE 

9/lfH84 

The State has a system for reviewing and processing resource-related permits, leases, and! 

approvals for propo8ed projects in coastal areas of Alaska. As a participant in this process, 

you are required to complete this questionnaire. The questionnaire will help you identify 

approvals required for your project (or a specific phase of your project) from the 

Departments of Fish and Game, Natural Resources and Environmental Conservation. 

Attached is a list of regional agency contacts and a map of the coastal area with the regions 

delineated. We urge you to contact the appropriate agency staff when you are answering 

that agency's questions. 

If you need several approvals you must submit the packet of applications. for those approvals 

along with this questionnaire to the appropriate office in the region where the proposed 

project is to occur. Your project cannot be reviewed until all applications are received. 

Please use the following contacts for submittal: 

1. Packets that include applications to more than one State agency and/or one or more 

federal agencies must be submitted to the regional Office of Management and Budget. 

unless fees or confidential information are included. 

2. Packets that require fees or confidential information must be submitted to the 

resource agency with that requirement. 

3. Packets that include application(s) for a project reqwrlng approval from only one 

State resource agency must be submitted to that State resource agency. 

4. The Annual Placer Mining Application must be submitted to the Department of 

Natural Resources instead of this questionnaire. 

If you have any questions concerning the process, please contact the Office of Management 

and Budget f Division of Governmental Coordination. If you have general questions 

about local, State or federal permits, both in and outside the coastal area, you may wish to 

contact the Department of Environmental Conservation Permit Information Centers in Fairbanks 

(452-2340), Anchorage (279-0254) or Juneau (465-2615). Collect calls are accepted. 

IF YOUR ANSWERS TO THE FOLLOWING QUESTIONS ARE NOT CORRECT AND COMPLET~ 

AND AN AGENCY DETERMINES THAT YOU DO NEED ONE OF THEIR APPROVALS, THEY 

WILL NOTIFY YOU AND YOU WILL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR ATTAINING THAT APPROVAL. 

HOWEVER, THIS WILL LIKELY CAUSE A DELAY IN THE REVIEW OF YOUR PROJECT. TO 

A VOID THIS DELAY, WE ENCOURAGE YOU TO SEEK ASSISTANCE FROM AGENCY STAFF 1:\ 

COMPLETING THE QUESTIONNAIRE. 

• • • • * • • * • • • • • • • • • • • * • * • • 

Applicant: Alaska Electric Light & Power 

Contact Person William A. Corbus 

Address: 134 N. Franklin Street Address: 134 N. Franklin Street 

Juneau, Alaska 99801 Juneau, Alaska 99801 

Phone (day): 907/586-2222 Phone (day): 907/586-2222 

--------------------------- 

Brief description of project or activity: Continued generation of hydroelectric power using 

existing facilities at Annex Creek and Salmon Creek (FERC Project No. 2307). 

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Location of project: Salmon Creek (S) and Annex Creek (A), near Juneau, Alaska. 

8 418 S 67E S 1 , 2 , 3 , 9 ,10 

Twsp A 415 Rge A 69E Meridian Copper R. Section A 9,10,15 

S Juneau B-2 

USGS Map A Juneau B-1 

Is the project on: private land state land federal land x 

municipal land 

ownership not known 

• • • • • • • • • • • • * • • • * • • • • • • • 

PART A 

Yes 

r.;o 

Do you currently have any State or federal approvals/permits for this project? X 

Permitl Approval Type Permit I Approval t Expiration date 

FERC License for Major Construced Project. Proj. No. 2307 August 31, 1988 

Permit to Appropriate Water 

ADL 45780, 45780P 

Permit to Appropriate Water ADL 51675 

Permit to Appropriate Water ADL 45781 

Will you be placing structures, or placing fills in any of the following: 

tidal waters, streams, lakes. wetlands? 

x 

If so, have you applied or do you intend to apply for aU. S. Army Corps of 

Engineers permit? (Indicate below.) 

Have you applied or do you intend to apply for other permits from any federal 

agency? (Indicate below.) X 

Agency 


Permitl Approval Type 

License for Major Project - Existing Dam 

--- 

Date you submitted Application 

A"gJJst J985 

• • • • • • • • • * • • * * * * • * • • * • * 

PART B 


1. Is the proposed project on State-owned lands or will you need to cross 

State lands for access? 

2. Do you plan to use any of the following State-owned resources? 

a. Sand and Gravel Yes No_X_ If yes t amount? 

Source? 

S 120 cfs 

b. Water Yes ~ No If yes, amount? A 74.8 cfs 

S Saimon Creek Reservoir 

Source? A Upper Annex Lake Reservoir 

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c. Timber Yes No X If yes, amount? 

---- 

d. Other Materials Yes No x 

-- -- 

If yea, what material? 

~(~p-e-a-t-,-b--u~il~d--i-n-g--s-to-n-e--,-e-t-c-.-)--------- 

3. Do you plan to drill a geothermal well? 

4. Will you be exploring for or extracting coal? 

5. Will you be harvesting timber from 10 or more acres? 

6. Will you be investigating or removing historic or archeological 

resources on state-owned lands? 

Yes 

No 

X 

x 

x 

x 

IF YOU ANSWERED NO TO ALL THESE QUESTIONS. YOU DO NOT NEED APPROVAL FROM TH 

ALASKA DEPARTMENT" OF NATURAL RESOURCES (DNR). GO TO PART C. 

IF YOU ANSWERED YES TO ANY OF THESE QUESTIONS, CONTACT DNR TO IDENTIFY AND 

OBTAIN ANY NECE~Y APPLICATION FORMS. 

If you have already contacted DNR. are you now submitting application(s) for 

permits or approvals? 

X 

If no, indicate the reason below: 

a. (person contacted) told me on (date) 

that no DNR approvals or permits were required for 

~~--~------------- 

this project. 

b. DNR regulations have no requirement for a permit or approval. 

c. Other. 

* * * * • * • * * * • • • * * * * * • * • * * • 

PART C 

DEPARTMENT OF FISH AND GAME 

Yes 

No 

1. Will you be working in a stream or lake (including in running water or on 

ice. within the gravel floodplain. on islands, the face of the 

banks, or the stream tideflats down to mean low tide)? 

x 

Name of stream or lake 

------------------------------------------------ 

If no, go to question number 3. 

2. If yes. will you be doing any of the following: 

a) Building a dam or river training structure? 

b) Using the water? 

c) Diverting the stream? 

d) Blocking or damming the stream (temporarily or permanently)? 

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e) 

f) 

g) 

Changing the flow of the water or changing the bed? 

Pumpinl water out of the stream or lake? 

Introducing silt. gravel. rock. petroleum products, debris, 

chemicals, or wastes of any type into the water? 

h) Using the stream as a road (even when frozen), or crossing 

the stream with tracked or wheeled vehicles. log-dragging 

or excavation equipment (backhoes. bulldozers, etc.)? 

Altering or stabilizing the banks? 

j) Mining or digging in the beds or banks? 

k) Using explosives? 

1) Building a bridge (including an ice bridge)? 

m) Installing a culvert of other drainage structure? 

3. Is your project located in a State Refuge or Critical Habitat? _x_ 

IF YOU ANSWERED NO TO ALL THESE QUESTIONS. YOU DO NOT NEED A PERMIT FROM THE 

ALASKA DEPARTMENT" OF FISH AND GAME (DFG). GO TO PART D. 

IF YOU ANSWERED YES TO ANY OF THESE QUESTIONS, CONTACT THE REGIONAL 

HABITAT DIVISIONOF'FICE TO IDENTIFY AND OBTAIN ANY NECESSARY APPLICATION 

FORMS. 

If you have already contacted DFG. are you now submitting an application for 

permit(s) ? 

If no. indicate the reason below. 

a. (person contacted) told me on (da te) 

-- that no DFG approvals or permits were required for -.th--is-p-r-o-je-c-t-.----- 

-- 

b. DFG regulations have no requirement for a permit or approval. 


* • • * • * • • • * * * * * • • • • * * * * 

PART D DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL CONSERVATION 

1. \vill a discharge of wastewater from industrial or commercial operations 

occur? 

2. Will your project generate air emissions from the following: 

a} Diesel generators totaling more than 1000 hp? 

b} Other fossil fuel-fired electric generator f furnace. or boiler 

totaling greater than 1000 hp? 

c) Asphalt plant? 

Yes 

No 

x 

x 

x 

x 

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d) Incinerator burning more than 1000 lbe. per hour? 

e) Industrial process? 

3. Will a drinking water supply be developed that serves more than a 

singIe-fa mil y residence? 

4. Will you be processing seafood? 

s. Will food service be provided to the pubUc or workers? 

6. Will the project result in dredging or disposal of fill i.n wetlands or 

waterways? 

7. Is on-lot sewage or greywater disposal involved or necessary? 

8. Will your project result in the development of a currently unpermitted 

facility for the disposal of domestic or industrial solid waste? 

9. Will your project require offshore drilling or vessel transport of oil. 

or other petroleum products as cargo, or include onshore facilities 

with an effective storage capacity of greater than 10 f 000 barrels 

of such products? 

10. Will your project require the application of oil or pesticides to the 

surface of the land? 

yes- 

x 

X 

X 

-,:ro- 

X 

X 

X 

X 

X 

X 

x 

IF YOU ANSWERED NO TO ALL THESE QUESTIONS, YOU DO NOT NEED A PERMIT OR 

OTHER APPROVAL FROM THE ALASKA DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL CONSERVATION 

(DEC) • 

IF YOU ANSWERED YES TO ANY OF THESE QUESTIONS, CONTACT THE DEC REGIONAL 

OFFICE TO IDENTIFY AND OBTAIN ANY NECESSARY APPLICATION FORMS. 

If you have already contacted the Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation, 

are you now submitting an application for permit (s)? 

If no, indicate the reason below: 

a. (person contacted) told me on (date) 

that no DEC approvals or permits were required for ~th:--:-is-p-r-o-:-je-c-t-.----- 

b. DEC regulations have no requirement for a permit or approval. 


* * * * * • • • • • • • • • • • * • * * * * * * * • 

To the best of my knowledge, this information is accurate and complete. 

Signed 

cpqa/ PERMIT 

* • * • PLEASE ATTACH YOUR PERMIT APPLICATIONS * * * * 

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Apr i 1 24, 198 ~ 



DIVISION OF LAND & WATER MANAGEMENT 

APPLICATION FOR CHANGE OF CERTIFICATE 

OF APPROPRIATION OF WATER NO. 611 

1. 

Applicant: 




Telephone: (907) 586-2222 

2. Source of 

Water Supply: 

Salmon Creek Reservoir. 

3. 

Description 

Of Change: a. The Salmon Creek Hydroelectric Project 

(FERC Lic. No. 2307) consists of a dam 

and reservoir tapped by a 

penstock 

leading to a Y-branch located just 

upstream from the Power Plant No.2. 

One 

branch of the penstock leads to 

Power Plant No. 2 which is authorized 

to utilize water under Certificate of 

Appropriation No. 611. 

The other branch 

leads to Power Plant No. 1 which utilizes 

water under Certificate No. 608. 

At the penstock Y branch, 

there are 

valves 

that allow control of water flow 

to each powerhouse. 

b. The Alaska Electric Light and Power 

Company (AELP) proposes, to amend 

Certificate No. 611 to increase the 

1

· . 

utilization at the Power Plant No.1 to 

up to 120 cubic feet per second. 

Therefore, AELP proposes to change 

Cert if icate No. 611 to enable 50 CFS of 

the 105 CPS to be used at either power 

plant. 

4. Effect on Water Rights of Other 

Persons and the Public Interest: 

a. No other certificates of appropriation 

have been issued for Salmon Creek. 

AELP's Certificate No. 611 was issued on 

November 25, 1970 and beneficial use 

beg ani n 191 3. 

C e r t i f i cat e No. 608 was 

issued on November 25, 1970. 

Beneficial 

use began in 1913. 

ADL 45780, dated 

July 19, 1984, changed the location of 

taking the water for Certificate 

No. 608. 

b. The application is submitted in part to 

avert possible scouring of the stream 

bed and resulting damage to salmon 

spawning. 

AELP's FERC license requires 

that the elevation of the water level of 

the Salmon Creek Reservoir not be 

allowed to exceed 1140 feet. 

During 

periods of high precipitation or high 

runoff it may be necessary to release 

water at greater than the normal rate.

Such releases could take the form of 

opening the low level discharge valve at 

the base of the Dam and/or increasing 

the flow of the water through the 

penstock and Power Plant No.1. 

The 

proposed increased appropriation would 

allow taking water through the penstock 

to tide water at its ultimate designed 

capacity. 

c. AELP has carried out an extensive 

analysis of the flow regime of Salmon 

Creek and held numerous meetings with 


(ADFG) 

with regard to assuring 

sufficient minimum stream flows to 

maintaim the indigenous salmon returns. 

Accordingly, AELP has reached an 

agreement with ADFG not to let the w~ter 

level fall below 1.4 feet as measured at 

the staff guage adjacent to the fish 

hatchery. 

The exact description of the 

location and elevation of the staff 

guage will be provided within 60 days.

APPENDIX E-10 

STREAM GAUGE SALMON CREEK - 

R&M PROJECT NO. C-733 

This appendix includes the exact location of the Salmon Creek 

stream gauge referred to in Section 2.2.1.

ASM ENGINEEAING.INC. 

•".r.l;t t''' 

(":tI tt rIC •• 1:. 

~.1"4'IoIl .t·rt:.. 

• 

• 

"~I t ~ .. # I'.t , •• , .... f' 

April 20, 1985 

Alaska light and Power Company 

134 N. Franklin 


Attention: 

Re: 

Mr. 8i11 Corbus 

Stream Gauge Salmon Creek 

R & M Project No. C-733 

Gentl ernen : 

In accordance with your request of approximately Apri 1 17, 1985, we 

have field located a stream gauge within Salmon Creek, City and 

Borough of Juneau. 

The stream gauge exists above the Fishery HOUSing Facility at 

Salmon Creek. The gauge is white and located on the easterly bank 

Salmon Creek. Per your request we have survey located the position 

of this gauge with respect to the earth's surface and also the elevation 

of several water height marks on said gauge. The position was 

determined utilizing Alaska State Planning Coordinate System, Zone 1. 

The elevation was obtained utilizing tidal bench marks in the Juneau/ 

Salmon Creek area, near Bartlett Memorial Hospital. Specifically the 

elevation was cross-checked from CBJ bench mark (S.M.) 57-A through 

temporary bench marks (T.B.M.) located at the AEL & P Salmon Creek 

Substation/Powerhouse construction facility and run westerly and 

northerly to the site. 

The follOWing is the geodetic positions of the stream gauge; 

Alaska State Planning Coordinate, Zone lj Y = 2374965.63. 

X • 2532023.18 Ej Latitude 58 0 19 1 57.193" Northj 

longitude 134 0 27' 56.995" W. 

The mean lower low water (MLLW) elevation at the 2' mark of the stream 

gauge is equal to 25.39 fe.t. while at the 5' mark is equal to 28.40'. 

Additionally, a temporary bench mark was set. The temporary bench 

mark is a 6 1 ' spike located in a 32 1 • diameter Spruce. 3D' east and 15 

feet north of the tidal staff. It is approximately 100' northwest 

of the Salmon Creek Hatchery building and garage facility. The 

elevation of the temporary bench mark is 32.68' mean lower low water 

(MLLW) • 

ANCHORAGE FAIHBANKS .JUNEAU S~ll lAy.r 

If

,. 

Alaska· light and Power Company 

April 20, 1985 

Page 2 

Should there be questions with regard to the above, ~ease 

hesitate to contact us. 

Sincerely, 

R & M ENGINEERING, INC. 

do not 

os 

.. ~. 

--'-'-' --~~'--~------~~--'-':-'~~--------------~------------~-----------

EXHIBIT F 

GENERAL DESIGN DRAWINGS AND 

SUPPORTING DESIGN REPORT 

LIST OF EXHIBITS 

Exhibit 

Number 

F-l 

F-2 

F-3 

F-4 

F-S 

F-6 

F-7 

F-8 

F-9 

F-10 

F-ll 

F-12 

Title 

Annex Creek Component Project Features 

Annex Creek Component Power Conduit Profile and Sections 

Annex Creek Component Penstock Details 

Annex Creek Component Annex Dam Plan and Section 

Annex Creek Component Powerhouse Plans and Sections 

Salmon Creek Component Project Features 

Salmon Creek Component Penstock Profile 

Salmon Creek Component Penstock Sections and Details 

Salmon Creek Component Dam Plan, Spillway and Intake 

Salmon Creek Component Arch Dam Elevation and Sections 

Salmon Creek Component Upper Powerhouse - General Site Arrangement 

Plan, Section and Detail . 

Salmon Creek Component Lower Powerhouse - General Site Arrangement 

Plan and Sections

TRUE NORTH 

729.5- 

-MAGNETIC 

NORTH 

IIPPEH ANNEX LAKE HESERVOIR 

Intake 

\ 

\ 

POWEH TUNNEL ---\ 

\ 

Valve chamber 

NOTES 

I . Mapping Reference : 

Application for Annn Creek Pipeline . 

RiOht-Of-Way, Owg. No. 6i11-11 

Corey and Kromer, Seattle, Feb. 1962 

Exhibit F-I Survey Not .., Applicati~n for 

Final Powet Permit, Annex Cr .. k Project, 1915. 

J 

--1 ~ Penltock 

--.. ~- POWef' tunnel 

_ Tranlmlilion line 

) 

' I 

r a k u 

n I II I 




EXHIBIT F-I 


400c..! ~~-c..~?L-__ P_.~~~_J .~E~C~T~8~~~~.A~T~U~~~~_~____ 

SCALE · I ". ~OO' 

I&od L! ____ ~~' 

To Thane Subltation/

1 

gOQOOOOOOOOOClO.OOOQOQOOOOgogg 0 

0'_ 000 0 • 0 • 0 0 • 0 0 0 00 .0000 00 CI 0 0 • : 

Relnforcln9 

Iteel bar. 

TYPICAL CROSS SECTION 

TYPICAL LONGITUDINAL SECTION 

TYPICAL LONGITUDINAL SECTION 

TYPICAL CROSS SECTK>N 

TRIPLE RIVETED PIPE 

No Icole 

DOUBLE RIVETED PIPE 

No scale 

TYPICAL CROSS SECTION 

THROUGH LINED SECTION OF TUNNEL 

No Icole 

g:1 

1\OO~----------~~N!~II------------.--------------------------~------------------------~-----------------------~---------------~ 

:: :rr.m~-~ -~/E-r::- ~ r- ~f- ~I r---- - 

~ BOO -- --I -- ~ G-- -- -~ - ~l -- - --- _-__ - -------.- ----- ---- 

~ 700 ___ ~~~o=t--1 _____;-_"=' _ _______________ ~ _ __ __ _ 

; 600 '~-;~-;;;I;~;~£~ r~~NEL j -- \':V~I\e ~::.-- ~suspenl~n ~-i~ge ----- --- --- --- - -- 

-------- . 

;§ 

~ ~ --- --- 7 Ann.x Cr",t7 - -- - -- ii 

~ 4OO1---------------------------I-----------------------------t-------------------------- +--------------------- -+ - - --- ------l j 

-l 

I&J 

300~--------------------------4--------------------------~------------------------~--------------------------r----------------- 

200 ,------------------------------t---------------------------t--------------------------+-------------------------- t----- ---- - --- 

POWER CONDUIT DIMENSIONS 

DESCRIPTION 

.29.~~7 U"line~ ~(lor~ J !!!1!l!I1 in fQc.L!L..Jt_!..B_ 

79+79 73+47 , Gunnite linedaquore tU~!1eLJILr.Q~ ft.&. ~ 

73+47 70091. COOc~ete li~ed !u!l!l!tin fQC;;~~Q ~ 

ZQ:.~~ 2Q+()() Ooubh~ riyet~ ~~~ (li(l' onJrntlt.. 42- !.O__ 

2(}OOO - 6 t 70 ' Tripie riveted Iteel p'il'eontrestle 42-1.0. 

&70 5·80 Trlp-" riv.ied sieei pipe on irestle 36-1.0. 

5'80 0-00 t!!P.!~ !i;'et8ct ateel e!~ ~n trestle _ 34~1.0. 

I 

\00 f-------------------------- +--------- - - ----------------f-------- - ---------------- f-- --- ----------- 

0L-------------------------8~0~+-OO-----------------------7-0-.L-O-O----------------------60~+LOO~--------------------~~O~+~OO~------------~ 

STATION 

r----._-------------.----------------~,_------------._-------------,--------,1\00 

r-------~-------------------_+-------------------- ---- --_+-------------------~-----------------r--- -- ---- - IOOO 

.~===::t:===::::::::;::::;;;;::;;;.=."...,.,.,;;.~;r;,~,~~~.:._= -=_----~-.....-_~ P~N-S-~-q-£-K-- +-_-- 

__-t- 

_ -------------- -------- -------- ---~~_ L~ -__ ~ ~ ~ ~ 

~ --- - -- r-- ---------- -- --- - "----- -- --- ------ -------r--- _ ___ AN~~X POWE'!~~~;-- - 500 Q 

~ "~ , 400i 

:::I======-=--=-- __-= 

_ -=---=--=--=--=-~=-----=---+---I-- ....... ----- -=--'----.- ----- -- =~~ ~=~ = a 

~-----4~0+00~~--------------~30~~~---------- --~207tLOO~---------------------~Ia.~OO~-----------=0~.ko~0~---~0 

STATION 

POWER CONDUIT PROFILE 

NOTES 

I. Elevation. ba .. d on Meon Sea Levee_ 

2_ Refer to Exhibit F-3 tor typical penstock detuil&_ 

3. Profile from Application for Ann ... Creek 

PIpeline RiQht-of-Woy, 0-9. No. 6111-16, Carey 

and Kromer, Seattle, Feb. 1962. 

2?0: ! 




EXHIBIT F-2 


POWER CONDUIT PROFILE AND SECTIONS 

, ? 29°' 49°' 6lf1 890' I~I 

SCALE: ('. 200' (EXCEPT AS NOTED)

1 

20'-0· 

,------ --- --------------1 

l ____ D 

I 

I 

, 

, 

I 

I ___ __ __________ 

, 

I 

J 

/- ;" .. 

I 

~~------ - ----------- ---~~ 

FRONT ELEVATION 

1-_______ -=-2-=-6-'----",-0"' ______--------1 

SECTION _A-A 

' . 

42· rili1\9 ... '" 

To. 

blow-off 

Qat. val""~ _ ----"'- 

U .. d for 

tunnel acc ... 

VALVE SCHEMATIC 

HTS 

I 

~ 34- rllin'il It.m 

Qat. vahe 

~ 34· rilint, Item 

~at. valv·. 

12· 0 ~' 

I.! ! ! I 

. VALVE CHAMBER 

10' 

I 

I~' 

, 

Scale: ~ •• 1'-0· 

zo' 

I 

2~' 

I 

,"' 

Ii IUlpenllon cable 

Tlmbe,' croll beam 

. 

~ 

o 

> 

,~Timber 

.----- 

bracing 

( 

, 

-~ 

St.el to •• r 

Suspension cablel 

t· IUli>enlion rod 

PENSi'OCK 

Vorl .. 

Max . • pon 12'-0· 

TYPICAL PENSTOCI( TRESTLE 

PENSTOCK 

~~=~~=~i-St.eI tro .. beam 

12· 0 " Z' 3' 4' ~' 6' 7' 8' 9' 10' II' 

! .. , I r I ! 

Scale: t .. 1'-0· 

SECTION 

A-A 

12 0 I' Z' 3' 4 S' 6' 7' 8' 9' 10' II' 

1,,,1 1 I I I It' 

Scal.: ~ •• I'-OG 

SECTION 

B-B 

12- 0 I' 2' 3' 4' 

~. 

6' 7' ft 9' 10' II' 

IIIII I I I I I I I I I----.J 

Scale: t·· 1'-0- 

8" 

SUlp.nllon cabl. 

-A 

Su.penlion cabl •• 

anchored In bedrock 

-. -j 

o 

I 


HYDROELECTR~ PROJECT 


EXHIBIT F-3 


PENSTOCK DETAILS 

Z' 

, 

3' 

! 

4' 

, 

!t 

! 

SCALE~ 

AS NOTED 

PENSTOCK SUSPENSION BRIDGE 

10' 0 10' 

I ! .. I 

, zo' 30' 40' 50' 

, 

I 

I 

I 

Scale: ,-. 10'

1 

,\ 

.. 

TFIUE 

NORTH 

. .

1 

1 

'b 

"' !!! 

24· 010. tingle 

oate Yal"e 

~---r-34- 010. rl .... g atem 

gate valve 

~--===::=3:==~:--- 4 - 2.. 300V - 23.00() V 

t----.1-;::=========::; !::::::::::;;;:::!:;::±:;;v~:;;::;~:=:;::;z=::::;?( Single pha.e franaforme" 

TRUE 

MAG 'IIETIC 

NOR'rH 

~O 

~O 

40 

Q-HelicoPler landinQ pod 

Switchgear 

Boardwalk 

2,0 

1 

24- 010. aingle 

gate valv .. ~-- 

,I 

c/ Building, 

'B'oordwolk -..... 

LI 

"========~=:n=======;:~~~~=:::::!:J- 

t.: 

Generator 1,800 ItVA) 

16'-6"' 

Generator 2.,2::;0 !tVA 

Impulse 

2,~OO tip. 

turblnea 

loch 

~~ 'l' ,C) 

PENsrOCK~y . , , 

z... J... ~ ,ul,rut;. 

POWERHOUS~~I '---....J 

T,akll 

8 

L 

, 

18'-0- 

L 

~---t1'---Tallraca 

8 

~ 

Channel 

H.,;coO'" . () 

landing pad J 

'V 

POWERHOUSE - GENERAL SITE ARRANGEMENT 

40' 0 

I , I , I 

so' 

I 

Scale: 1-·40' 

40' 

I 

120' 

I 

160' 200' 

PLAN AT EL. 2B.~6 

12· 0 ~' 10' 15' 20' 25' 30' 3~' 40' 4~' ~' 

1.1 •• ,.1 I 1 I 1 I I I I 

Scale: i -. 1'-0· 

NO.!ES 

I. Relative location of project feature. i. approKlmote. 

Z.PowerhoulII elevation. based on US.G.S. Dolum 

19~9-5 which relulta in penslock nonle at 

EL 2 7.15. Si te arranoement contou". baaed 

EI. 0 equal fa EI. 27.1 ~ U.S.GS. Datum 19~9-~ 

CorruQOted melal 

'idln~ and roof!"9 

'b 

-' Q 

o 

+ 

o 

Tran'former'--1tt--__ 

PENSTOCK 

Nonl' 

~EL2~15::~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ 

Tailrace Chan"" 

EI , 20.74 

I flf"1\ 

1~:;4;;:,:::=E=I=. 1=2::: .7=4===:;;; :~~w~er-ir-EI.I7~~::;\ 




EXHIBIT F-5 


POWERHOUSE PLANS AND SECTIONS 

o I' 2' J" 4" ~" 6" 

I J I ! I t I 

SCALES AS NOTED 

SECTION 

A-A 

,z"0 

II" 

~' 

! 

10' 15' 

I I 

2.0' 2.~' 

I I 

:ro' 3~' 

I I 

40' 4~' 

I I 

50' 

, .. SECTION B-B 

Sca": ~ •• ""0·

1· 

TRUE 

NORTH 

MAGNETIC 

NORTH 

1 

Bifurcation 

Exilting lurface Itreeta 

and Itructurel in thil 

not ahown. 

Acce .. rood- 

LOWER PENS rOCK 

UPPER POWERHOUSE 

~ TRANSMISSION LINE 

NOTES 

I . Mapping ReferericII: 

AI built drawingl for Lower Salmon Creek 

Penstock, April 1984, Montgomery Consulting 

Engineer., La Jolla, Ca. 

As buill drawingl for Upper Salmon Creek 

Penstock, Quinton Engineerl, Los Angeles, 

Co., March 1966. 

Survey not .. for Upper Penltock and Trans .. 

million Line, Application for Final Power 

Permit, Exhibits F3 a f4, Alalk(l Galtineau 

Mining Company, Alaska, 191~ . 

Penstock above ground 

-~--- Penstock buried 

LOWER POWERHOUSE 

Tranamillion line 

ANNE X CREEK AND SALMON CREEK 



EXHIBIT F-6 


PROJECT FEATURES 

600' 0 600' 1200' 1800' 2400' 

LI .....L'.!-L.....L'_ _ --'-I---=- 

sc=ALi--;r;-60dl 

I 

~. 

I 

· I~ __ ---------------~------------------------~

I 200 

I 800 

1 

r---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------~__, 

-. 

~ 

oS 

c 

~ 

D 

> 

• 

W 

;! 

S.lm.. 

CrHtDIl. > (/) 

-+-:=11 

900 

800 

-• 700 

:. 

.§ sOO 

c 

.!! 

~OO 

ii > 40() 

W • 

300 _ 

200 

lliL 

_ 0_ 

--- 

.ti 

TUftne,! Brldo. ·\ ,.I-Brldoe BridQe \ 

Bridve\ I I 00 

~ ~ 

~ 

.no 

.n l~ ) ...... 

~~ 

~~ \ - - f-- 1000 

~~ 900 

(Ii' 

I~ J -0 

001 

~ ~t1~ 

NN 

!?~ 

- ~ ~ ~2 

L ~ 

(/) 

io/' \~ en (/)(1) 

r----i------==~~~~~~~~t2================~lri_t_--------~~~L-------_t--~~r__f--------------1--t-~~O~~~--+_--------------_+~ / 

800 

~------+_------------------------_1--------------------~~~_r----------_+_r~----------+_--~~~f_---------------4L-4---~--_f------------------~~~ -.,\ / 

700 ~ 

~ 

:.z.V 

-- 

rUp,r~FR 

PO:"ERHQUSE 1§ 600 .5 

r====t================t=============~==~r=====::====::~=r==~~~====~~~II~~:tk/~~~==;;;;;±J~ ~ ~~~ 500~ 

~------~------------------~----+-------------------------1_------------------------~--------------------____ +I ~~ ------------------------+_- I 300 W 

40+00 30+00 20+00 10+00 

UPPER PENSTOCK 

PROFILE 

( 

0+00 12(;+00 

Bifurcation 

Upper Pena'ock Sta. 0+35 

·L~ ... ~!" P~!'!!t~ek Sta. !2! + 2! 

1100 

STATION 

FROM TO 

UPPER PENSTOCK 

110+00 

100 

o 

POWER CONDUIT DIMENSIONS 

~ 

DESCRIPTION 

42+90 42+22 Riv.ted .t.el pipe enca.ed in concrete 38- 1.0. 

-42+22 39+06 Riwted .teel pip. buri.d 3S- 1.0. 

________ ~--------------------------~--------~----------------~~-=9~0=0 39+06 31+19 R~~ed ~~ p~e onke.H. 3S- Ln 

r---------r-------~~------~_----~ 

3 I + I 9 22 + 3 S Riveted , at ... pipe on tr .. tl. 36 1.0 . 

.________ ~--------------------------~------------------------~~~-~~-7~0~oi 22+38 16+65 R~ehd ah~~~onke.He3~ln 

~~--------------------~----------~~~----------~------------------------~--------------------------~ __________________________ ~~~~ 600£ 16+65 6+~ ~~hd.h~~~~ ke~.3~ln 

!! 5 00 ~ 6+ 62 0 + 00 Riw.ted at"1 pipe o'n tre.tl. 30· 1.0. 

~~--------------------~----------_r~~----------~----------------~------~--------------------------_r--------------------------~r~-~~ 

~~c:::::::::::::::=====F~~~----~db~~~~~~*=================,=========d===========================k==========================~~~·1~4~0~0~ LOWER PENSTOCK 

r 300~ 121+21 117+32 Weld" at ... pipe ~ pipe .upport ~2-·I.D. 

1100 

1000 

900 

--------~--------------------------~--------------------------~-,-~~ 

______ ~---------------- --------~---------------------------+_--------------------------~~ 200 

800 

SOO 

;:. 1700 100 -; 

~ 

~ 1 600 

600 

= 

.&: 

u 

c: 

500 

500 

0 

.2 

~ 400 

.a 

- 300 

----- 

-400 D ,. 

N 

------ 

en 

• 

--- 

.. - ~ . W 

200 

2 

G 

-- 200 

100 

in 

100 

0 

:1. 

0 

50+00 -40+00 30+00 20+00 

LOWER POWFRHOUSE J IO~OO 

LOWER PENSTOCK PROFILE 

70+00 

100 

o 

II 7 + 32 96 + ~O 

Weld.d .t"1 pipe buried 42- 1.0. 

96+:50 95+00 Welded .te.1 pipe on pip •• up-p-o-rt--4-2·--I.D- .- -i 

95+00 94+3~ Weld.d .te.1 pipe encaa.d in concrete ~2- 1.0. 

~,----- 

94+35 10+92.61 Weld" st"1 pipe buried 42'"1.0. 

" 00 

!OOO 

900 

NOTES 

I. Ar bltrary .. ewatlon datum Vied. 

Spillway cre.t EI. 1172 I. 26.29 tNt ~Iow Wean 

Lo .. r Low Water. 

2 . Referenc •• -A. built drawinQ' for La...,. Salmo" 

Creek Pen.tock, April 1984, MontQomery 

Con.ultino EnQine.rs, La Jolla. Ca. 

AI built drawino. for Supports for Upper 

Salmon Creek Penstock, F.P.C. Project No. 2301. 

A.J. Indu.t!I .... Inc .. Jun.au, Ala.ka, 1966. 




EXHIBIT F-7 


zoo· o ~STO~~f>ROF~. 100' 1000' 

~-! ~~--~CALE~I·.2~OO~·~·---~----~!

1, 

1 

Trench Ipoll 

20' min. 

Compacted backfill 

Of cement Ilurry 

6-mln . compacted 

beddinO material 

TYPICAL PENSTOCK AND ROAD SECTION 

Lowe, Penltock 5to. 101" 92.61- S'o. 95.00 

and 5'o. 961"50-S'0.1I7.32 

NT5 

r- A 

-I£'PENSroCK ~ 

l 

1'-6-16-'lmber 

pipe lupport 

\ 

\ 

PENSTOCK- 

'0 1 

-' . ..,1( 

- CI 

• E 

.Jt 

j 

PENSTOCl( - 

Tlmbef .oddle 

_, 

N, 

- I( 

CI 

• E 

~ 

CI 

> 

Vorie.-=. I ___ --1 

Mal. Ipon 12'-0- ___ _ 

TYPICAL PENSTOCK STEEL TRESTLE 

Upper Penstock Sto. 0+00 - S'o. 39 +06 

NTS 

nmber bracino ~ 

VIEW 

SECTION A-A 

TYPICAL PENSTOCK TI MBER TRESTLE 

Upper Penstoc:\ S,o. 0.00- S'o, 3S.06 

NTS 

SUPPORTS FOR LOWER PENSTOCI~ 

S,o. 9'+00-5to. 96+50 a 5to.1I7. 32-5to.I21. 21 

NTS 

, NOTE 

Timber and It.el pen.tock 're.'le. Interlperled 

b.t we.n Sta, 0+00 and 5'0,39·06· MOlt tru'le. 

are mode of timber. 




EXHIBIT f-8 

SALMON CREEK C~PONENTS 

PENSTOCK SECTIONS AND DETAILS 

I' 2' l' .' ~' 6 ' 7' r! 9' '1 't 

, ~CAL~ I/~' • :'. o~ , ,

I 

I 

1 

I 

,. 

1 . 

-'----~- 

Trashrack~ 

r-:A 1.1_'-_ 1.1- 

• • .. ~ I r~ ~'-II· - =-~~11 

- fll r ---- · - 1 t 

lJpetream B I i l -----~ 1-" ::!: B 

face of Dam I II 

-- .,.....- - - 

I :: "-INI II 

"g)i !! ~ . ~ I II 

QI :: I : 

! i: 6'-0- L : 

~ n ! :~ _ _ J ----- - -- -- -- 1 ~ - 

~-..)-- -- I .... - -------- - - - 

L 

I 

"0 \ " Upstream 

A-' I \ I face of dam 

~l \ 3~0·,~ ~ 

--\r~ji 

Transition 

:_ - --1. __ '.___) 

DETAIL X 

'0 

.. 

-co 

b:=:;::: . :::;: . :::::;.= . =:I.=-=' =. :=:!.=::J ... ..:::.:___ 

SECTION 8-8 

PIPELINE INTAKE DETAILS 

2' 4' 6' B' 10' 12' 14' 16' 

1111rl~ 

Wood handrail 

Wood walkway 

EJ.1I77 

ELII72 

.. 

SECTION 0-0 

II 

h-t-. - /-- 

SECTION C-C 

10 'lI.oy bay. 

c 'pI 

. 'at 6'-0 • center. 

;alkWay~ r~ 

1 

~ ......-----1 I '- 0- (typ.) 

- ..0

- - 

0 

9 

4Q 

a 

;; 

EI.1I7!s 

° ° 

~ ~ 

It» 

:! :! 

ft ., 

s' 

TOTAL 

THICKNESS 

DAM DIMENSIONS 

'DOWNSTREAM I 

ELEVATION 

UPSTREAM 

RADIUS : RADIUS 

Stn. 7+00 

Normal max. W.s. 

EI. 1140 

.: , 

EI.1I40 

EI.1I40 

EI.I140 

6 

8 

1.2 

16 

20 

24 

1175 325 331 

-.. --- _. _ - --- r-----. ',- 

1163 325 333 

1151 313 325 

-- 

II 39 300 316 

-- - 

1127 28~ 305 

1115 270 294 

--- 

510. 6+00 

Intake 

El.10~5 

=--------l4- 2 .~· EI. 1043 

f--'----=-=-:. ::...--+~~:~~Q~ 

~7' EI . 1019 

. -=:-- 10'---- 

_~~~~~:::::: : : --. - Hioo7 

,.-.r-----+~~~I . 

Vah,. 

27 

~ - .. ------ 

30 

_ . 

32.5 

r--- -.--- - - 

33.5 

c--. ___ _ 

- ' 

36.5 

38.5 

41 

44 

47.5 

. 

II 03 255 282 

.. - _. - - . 

1091 240 270 

--. 

~.- ._--- 

-- . -- 

. - . __ ._ -- - - --.-- ~ 

1079 

22~ 2515 

- -- . -- - 

1067 209 245 . ~ 

t- 

- - - 

1055 190 226.5 

--I--' -- 

1043 168.5 207 

- - I---- 

1031 146.5 187.5 

1019 124 168 

1007 100 147.5 

DAM 

SECTIONS 

L 

Spillwo, 

(Fence 

Walkway. EI. II~ 

L 

~~~~fl~Il=J~III=~ ILllfi'~~JlJl~~II~~E3=t~E3=F~E3=E~~~~~=£~~=t~EE~x=EI~~~3E~~~~~~=X~~~~EX3E~~~E3=r~E3~~:=X~~EX~~=r~~~~~=r~E3~~~ rE7 ~~ELII70 

. ." 

° 

+ 

co 

C 

;; 

~---- -r~-" --. ---~-·-~----------~--------~---------r-- -------T--------- ~ ---------~---------+---- -----~----------r_--------+_---------/~~~'-.. j 

, / 

~---+------_+--~~~-_+-------_+-------_r-- -------~------~-------+------+---------r-----------r---------r- ~~- 

~ . AF' _ ° ° 

1---___ ---+-___ _ __ ---+-"'~:__-----__1_-----_+---------I_-------+------+-----+_-----t-------r-----I-------+-------~~L...~ ·-- EI. 1I~0 

L--------~---- -----~~~------_r------T_-------- t----------r---------r---------------------~----------+---------~7~ ~-- 

°co~1 ---j------t-""'~--___t_---___r___ .- -----+-----i-----+----- -t--..- --- - -+-------- t-----+L ~I 

-~f-------------t----~~,,-----l__--------__f_---------_+---------+_--------__t_---------___t------------r---------~----A·~ ~ ~ - 1.1I00 ~ 

~ f ·NOTES 

L------I------4i..----I-----------;f.----------1------__t-------+--------t --------r -- -----IVb~~- I. Arbitrary elevation datum used. 

010+1 " ~ Spillway Crest El.lIn II 26.29 feet below M.an 

~ Low.r Low Water. 

,... 

---+-------~,,~-------+-- -----__t------_+------+------.t_---------t- - ~ 2.Source: Application for Final POWIlt' P'rmit, Salmoft 

"-- ..--1--' ~~ Creek and Annelt Creek Projectl,Exhibit A'l. 

~ 

L---------t-- ---- --=-=-----+----------+--------- ---l--------+-- ------- --- t-- - ---- ----,.."'~'--- 1 - - - --- Alaska Galtlneau MlnlnQ Co.,Juneou.Mo-aka,AUQ-1 

O+I ./ ... ~! : IO~ 1917 and 01 built dwql.for Repair of Salmon 

,_ ~ ~ Cr .. k Dam. A.J. InefUl" .... Inc. 1967. 

L----------\~~--------+---------~----------r----~=--~ ~ -r------ ---- 

~ L-~--'----------~~=-"i'___----+---------;J'L-~___+..".. 

--.~-- - c-- !I 

~I "~;; .J; !!I~ / 

.. I (1.1000 

J 

!I 'PENSTOCK ~ 

t· ___· _- .E~+'199~ 

Low level !ilChorve lunnel 

ELEVATION LOOKING UPSTREAM 

~I 

20' 

! 

° + aI + 

N - 




EXHIBIT F-IO 


ARCH DAM ELEVATION AND SECTIONS 

o 

! 

20' 

! 

loci 

SCALE : I". 

60 

' ----'-------', 

8,0' 100' 

zoo

TRUE 

NORTH 

MAGNETIC 

NORTH 

/IIPPER PENSTOCK 

~o0- s •• P ... 'oo' 

30" steel 

penltock 

~ 

~y--- . ,-- 

Bifurcation Detail 

7UPPER POWERHOUSE 

PIpe IUpport / -' -' 

-' "- 

/ / T '1 

FI.Il"" / - al race 

//

LOWER PENSTOCK 

'0 , 

N 

N 

30 ton manual brldqe 

crane assembly with holst- 

Generator 

~etal from., building 

Re inforced concrete substructure 

BOl culvert 

Fin. couplln9 - 

timber pile 

foundation 

water pick-up 

culltert 

SITE PLAN 

SA LMON CREEK LOWER POWERHOUSE 

"'0' I, I 

° 

40' 

, ... 1 

80' 

I 

120' 

I 

160' 

I 

200' 

I 

SECTION B-B 

12·0 5' 

'01, ," , 

10' 

, 

20' 

Seale:~·. 1'-0· 

2~' 

, 

60'-0· 

Brido' crone roil 

~: "" l 

~ __ .,'--42· .teel pen(,toc:k 

\ ;"---Steel tran3ition 

~~B 

: I : val"e ."01.1' 

3d' .teel penstodl ----; : 

8o"ery Room 

EI. 41 

Generotor 

1 

A 

L 

o 

woter 

heater 

cr--Eye wa.h 

;:=- 

Storage 

area 

~Batterl" 

PLAN 

EL 41 

On. 

§E 

r-- 

r-- 

r-- 

..-- 

..-- 

~ 

r-- 

I--- 

A 

L 

Cont roI Room 

PLAN 

EI. 32 

GENERAL ARRANGEMENT 

30' 

12" 0 10' 15' 20' 

1""" I 

sca .. : ~·. 1'-0· 

10,~00 kVA 

Gen.rator 

Switch 

gear 

Control 

Room 

Treated 

timber pile 

foundation 

12·0 ~' 

I,'! . , . I 

SEcrON 

10' 

I 

I~' 

A-A 

20' 

I 

I 

Scale: ~ •• ,'-0· 

25' 

I 

30' 

I 

NOTES 

I. Arbitrary elevation datum uMCI 

Is 4 .19 feet betow ~.on Lower 

Low Water. 

2. Sit. Plan from Application for 

Amendment of Licen.e for 

Salmon Creek Project. FERC 

Project No. 2301, Montoomery 

Con.ultin9 Engine.rs.lnc. 

January 198"'. 

ANNEX CREEK AND SALMON 

CREEK 



EXHIBIT F-12 


LOWER powERHOUSE - GENERAL SITE ARRANGEMENT 

o '" 

PLAN AND SECTIONS 

2" 3" •• r 'f' 

SCALES AS NOTED' 

L-_______________________________________________________________________________ ~ ________________________ _______________________________________________ ______ _______________ __

EXHIBIT G 

PROJECT AREA MAPS 


Exhibit 

Number 

G-l 

G-2 

G-3 

G-4 

G-S 

Title 

General Map 

Annex Creek Component Project Boundary 

Annex Creek Component Project Boundary - Transmission Line 

Salmon Creek Component Project Boundary 

Salmon Creek Component Powerhouse Project Boundary Details

==========-==-=============================================================:=================----------------------------------------~TR~U~E~N~O~TH 

I ' 

-- - ---- 

·-~----- ·=-= -=--=--=-=--=--=-~----~---I 

29.':./ MAGNETIC 

-, NORTH 

/ 

. ) .~ 

. CANADA 

.? FAIRBA':S 

\ PROJECT 

~ '. ( LOCATION 

AN C H OR A ~ E \. "- 

~)Ov~ 

C> • 

•• c:?~ -. 

r(O~~~~ NEAU 

) 2;0 ~

POWER CONDUIT ALIGNMENT 

EXHIBIT G-2 

TRUE 

NORTH 

I 

! 

I 

40 

_ _ R 68 E I . ~ 6_9_E ___ _ 

J- - ---------=::,,-...::-------,-----------,----------.----- 

" 

--t--- - -,--- i 

r -r=----, 

6 

T~+~ 

7 

4 

. ~ i '~r~ 

I 

8 

I 

- -- ------ 

2 

9 

0 " 

,.... :u 

en 

- ---_-f-- 

10 II 12 

--+ - - - - ---+ - - - - -- - 

I 

____ -.-__ 

7 8 

-r I 

1 

I 

I 

I 

I 

10 II 

ANNEX CREEK 

POWERHOUSE ~ 

2 "JUNEAU 

,----------1 

I . I 

I 

I 

I 

I ~ 

~ I ~ 

~~ ~ 

~~?~c;.' -"" I \ ~ I 

'" ~ --.J _.~, ~ 

"'..:.>-:)~;~A~ - - ~ -- - ~-J 

~, - '--- EXHIBIT G - 3 

KEY MAP 

I 

13 

5- 5Ac. 

18 

17 

16 

I~ 

14 

I 

16 

14 

~AGNETIC 

NORTH 

19 

20 

lr 

I 

0 

211S 

~.:) Ac. 

22 

19 20 

22 

T 415 

33 

~ . ~ Ac. 

34 

11.:3 Ac. 

29 

31 32 

~ 

L Acrl •• hown arl aria. of Projlct Tranamillion 

Hnl ri9ht-of-way in loch .. ction. 

2. 51ction linl' orl un.ur\llyed and repu.ent 

projlctlon. modi by BL~. 

3. 5urvey Data Source: EaMment ~iptlon of 

Annex Creek Tranlmiulon Line and Tel~honl 

Line, Toner- NordllnQ a Auoc:latll, Inc., Juneou, 

Aloaa..a. Apri.1 15.1985. 

COURSE NO 

BEAR I N G DISiANCE (tt) R.O.W. WIDTH COURSE NO FROM TO (ft.) FROM TO 

BEARING 01 5TA NCE (ft) 

0 1 S34- 24 W 705.8 40 IS 19 N 2 I- II W - 439 . 5 

I 2 534- 24' W 596.7 40 19 20 N69- 43 W 656.9 

2 3 S39- 19' W 18~ .8 40 20 21 548- 36' W 380.6 

3 4 560- od W 908.9 40 21 22 573- 00 W 597.7 

4 ~ S61-0TW 713.4 40 22 23- 5'68- 53' W 311.2 

5 6 S51-32W 866.3 40 23 24 S74- 560W 5~7. 0 

6 7 1554- 09 W 339.3 40 24 25 S63- 02' W 321 . 7 

7 8 S59- 52' W 407 . 5 40 25 26 S73- 35 W 425.2 

8 9 560- I~ W 2153.9 40 26 27 NSI- 2

COURSE NO 

FROM TO 

o (Lower PH I 

I 2 

2 3 

:3 4 

4 5 

5 6 

6 7 

7 8 

8 9 

9 10 

II 

12 

13 

14 

15 

16 

17 

18 

19 

20 

20 21 

21 22 

22 a 

23 24 

BEARING 


DISTANCE(ft.) 

N 46· 59 E 70.8 

N 2~ 42 E 414. 6 

N 2 I - 19' E 455.0 

NTa-24 E 21!0.3 

N 10·4Tw 422.5 

N54· 24 E 307.5 

S 80· 5~E 291.7 

S 65· 41' E 439 . 0 

N 89·39' E 244. 0 

N 65· 06'~E 337.7 

N :39·EE 32 . 0 

N 13· 39' E 3~.0 

N 12· 05' W 198. 5 

N 38· 31' E 291 . 1 

N62· 14' E 276.9 

S51-I4'E 68.4 

N 85° 53' E 378.0 

N 29·~3' E 164.7 

N 53· 15 98.6 

N 32-11' E _ 61.4 

N 4r29' E 162.B 

N5F48 1 -E 88.4 

N 32· 57' 203 . 2 

S 82· 22' E 323.4 

ALI GN MENT 

COURSE NO. 

FROM TO 

BEARING 

DISTANCE (ft.) 

24 25 S 75· 08 E 109 . 2 

25 26 S 40· 19' E 181.7 

26 27 S 18· 44' E 152 . 6 

27 28 S 26· 09' E 124 . 8 

28 29 S 81·09 E 116.9 

29 30 S 88· I2'E - 158.6 

I 

30 31 N 67· 39' E 313.0 

~~ 31 ____ 32 ~ __ ~~~~~~~r-__ N 36· 44' E -~3=3~~4 

32 33 N a- 08 -=--+-__ E --=20 5. I 

33 34 N 48·40' E ~T3-'- 4 

~~----~--~~~~~~~~--=2~9~3 

34 35 -s76· 05' E 

35 36 N 68· 43' E 165,-3 

36 37 N51· 1 5 E 140.2 

37 38 N 2· 41 W 160. 0 

38 39 N 2· 08' E 

39 40 N 52· 41 E 

40 __ 41 N 68· 2 ri E 

1---'~ 41 ____---= 42 __ +-=-:--=--=--=-----'--'=-r--'=-+-_ 

S 89· 43' E _ 2 O£,O 

42 43 N 83· 59 E 549. I 

43 44 S 77· 05 E 565 . I 

44 45 N 65· 16' E 355.0 

4546(Wy. N80·41'E 61.6 

UPPER PENSTOCK ALIGNMENT 

. 

COURSE NO. 

FROM TO 

BEARING DISTANCE (ft.) 

DAM I N BI·46 W 101.3 

I 2 S 78-01' W 69.3 

2 3 N 83·~ W 437.7 

3 4 N 88-46' W 527. 2 

4 5 N 86· 57' W 1163.6 

- -- 

5 6 N61·42'W 222.8 

6 7 S 44· -41' W 206_6 

7 8 S 62· 15' W- 265.7 

8 9 S 35· 3ri W 446 _0 

9 10 S 26· 14' W ~ 6 . 8 

10 Upper P H_ S 3~ 34'W 535 .0 

I 

98 Acr .. In Section 2 

2 

TRUE 

NORTH 

.iAGNETIC 

t..ORTH 

KEY MAP 

--1- 

I 

3 

II Acrel in Sec:tion 3 

Ace ... road 

9 


UPPER POWERHOUSE 

(Se. Exhibit G-5< for boundary) 

167 Acr .. in Section I 

TRANSMISSION LINE 

lOWER POWERHOUSE 

(S•• E, hi bit G -. '.r run.ar,1 



10 

" 

TRANSMISSION LINE ALIGNMENT 

COURSE NO. 

FROM TO 

BEARING DISTANCE (to 

U ~ !::~~ !__-,I:--+, .:...:. N--,6::....7,--·--=0=--:1,,' _W,-,---+--=20 8 8-=--:.... _ 0-=------1 

t 2 N 24· I 2' E I 68. 3 

;~ 3 N II 2· 08' E 257 _ 0 

3--------'47-+N~e E I 36 . I 

COURSE NO. BEARING DISTANCE(ft) 

FROM TO 

26 27 N67· 06 E 126.0 

27 2 8 S 39· 21' E-+-___ 1_2_9_._3 __ ---I 

28 29 S 3 5· 48' E I 8 I . 2 

29 30 --S5S·- 3i'E 2~L3.8 

4 5 N 23· 2 7' E I 98 . 3 30 3 1 S 43· 34 E 224 . 9 

!i 6 N 3· I 6' E 333 . 9 

31 32 S 79· 16' E I I 7 . 2 

6 7 N3T~' E I 83 _ 2 32 33 N 74; - ,49'-'--=E"-+---'3-'O--'I'--'-. 7=-~ 

7 8 N 21· 22'- E 227 . 8 

6 9 N~OI' E 381 _5 

9 lOS 79· 18' E 145 .5 

I 0 I I S ~-59'- E I 00 . I 

I I 12 S 6V 19 E 207 I 

12 13 563--57'--=-E-+----'- 154 -. 7 

13 I 4 S 82· 50' E 136. I 

14 15 N77·21'E 210_0 

I 5 I 6 N 67"24' E 148 _ 4 

I 6 I 7 N 62· 24' E 172 _ 7 

I '7 18 N 24~8'E 251.8 

I B I 9N33· 5!l' E 244 . 2 

1-9 20 N 54· 19 E I 66 . 2 

3_3 _____ 34 N 55- 16' E .-L91 . I 

34 3 5 N 3 6 • 4 2'._- -=E'-t-----"2.§_~ _ 

3_~ ._ 36- N 39- 28' E 168 . 3 

~~ 3 7 _ KI ~_ 42' - E ~§.5 . I 

37 38 N 4 I· 57'E 225 . 8 

3B 39 N52· 23~ ~J 4 . 6 

39 40 N 70· 24' - E 169 . 9 

40 41 N §..8· 00 E~Q~.5 

41 42 N 57· 08' E 366 .7 

42 43 N 32· 40' E 2-' 5 . 5 

43 44 NGO'-2o' E ~ I . 8 

44 45 N 7 7 ~5' E I 40 . 4 

45 46 S 76---:3-5'- E --293:() 

20 2 ( N7 9· 04 T E 274.0 46 47 S 80· 1, 3' E 235 . 4 

21 22 S 85· 18' E I 58 . 5 

47 48 N 7 2 • 09' E ~ 8 _ 5 

22 23 IN 69· 29'-E _ '-82.7 

48 49 N 74· 08' E 212 . 0 

23 24 tL29· 27' E 31 I _ 3 

49 50 N 7 I· 10' E 362 _ 6 

24 25 N 61· 23' E 75 . I 

50 51 N 33· 02' Ern. 4 

25 26 Ealt 76 . 0 51 52 N43· 0,' E 123 . 1 

LEGEND 

12 

Power conduit 

Tranimillion line 

Project boundary 

NOTES 

I. Survey data lourcel: 

Upper Penltock and Tranlmillion Line: 

Exhibit F-3 and F-4, Application for Final 

Power Permit, Alalka Gastineau Minino Co. , 

Juneau, Alalka, 1915. 

Lower Penltock: As builta, Montoomery 

ConluitinQ Enoineera, 1984. 

600' 

1, 




EXHIBIT G- 4 


PROJECT BOUNDARY 

o 

, , 

SCA L E ', • • 600' 

3000' 

,

TRUE 

NORTH 

MAGNETIC 

NORTH 

SALMON CREEK 

RESERVOIR ____ ~. --......... . 

.~~ 

UPPER 

POWERHOUSE 

EXHIBIT G-~ 

/ . ' SO""O " 

'- Salmon ~-- 

Crnk -~ ' ! 

/ 

/ 

/ 

/ 

/ 

/ 

/ 

/'\/ 

/ 

I 

/ 

MAGNETIC 

Nc)RTH 

KEY MAP 

JUNEAU 

UPPER POWERHOUSE AREA 

PROJECT BOUNDARY DETAIL 

NOTES 

I. Upper Powerhou.e project bouncSory bearlnOland 

dlltanc" are not .urve.,". They ore "tlmatect· 

bo.ed on prOjKt feature location •. 

2.lo .... Powerhou.e project boundary bearlnOI 

and dlatancn are from u.S.S. No. 382~ and State 

of Alaska. Department of HIOhWGy$. RIC)ht~of-Way 

Wop tOf' foan Drive. 

Project boundary 

Penatock 


• HYDROELECTRIC PROJECT 


EXHIBIT G-~ 


POWERHOUSE PROJECT BOUNDARY DETAILS 

4,d ? 4~' 8~' '20' ,~. Z?O 

SCALE ," • 40'- 0" 

LOWER POWERHOUSE AREA 

PROJECT BOUNDARY DETA!L

Before the FERC Application for New License for the Annex Creek ...

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