Dams in Fairbanks North Star Borough, Alaska
4Total Dams
1High Hazard
2Significant
Dam Safety in Fairbanks North Star Borough, Alaska
Fairbanks North Star Borough has 4 dams tracked in the National Inventory of Dams. Of these, 1 are classified as high hazard — meaning failure would probably cause loss of human life. Another 2 carry a significant hazard classification.
The average dam in Fairbanks North Star Borough is 36 years old. The most common purpose is water supply. The tallest dam is Fort Knox Tailings Dam at 350 ft.
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| Dam | Hazard | Condition | Height (ft) | Purpose | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Moose Creek Dam - East Cutoff Dike | High | Not Available | 60 | Flood Risk Reduction | 1979 |
| Fort Knox Tailings Dam | Significant | Fair | 350 | Water Supply | 1996 |
| Grant Mine Tailings Dam | Significant | Not Rated | 30 | Tailings | 1987 |
| Fort Knox Water Dam | Low | Satisfactory | 70 | Water Supply | 1995 |