Solomon Gulch Dam Quick Facts
Solomon Gulch Dam Map
Solomon Gulch Dam Information
Solomon Gulch Dam is a rockfill dam located about 5 miles from Valdez, Ak, Valdez-Cordova, Alaska.
The dam, which is on the Solomon Gulch Creek, Solomon R River, was primarily built for Hydroelectric purposes, but also serves for benefits.
The dam was designed by International Eng. Co. and commissioned in 1981 and is currently owned by Copper Valley Electric Association, Inc..
Solomon Gulch Dam Structure
The Solomon Gulch Dam is approximately 386 feet (118 m) long, 115 feet (35 m) high and has a structural volume of 100,700 cubic yards (76,991 cubic metres).
Solomon Gulch Dam Storage Capacity & Surface Area
The reservoir has a normal storage capacity of 31,500 acre-ft (38,855 Ml) and maximum capacity of acre-ft (0 Ml).
The surface area of the reservoir is 660 acres (267 ha) and the total catchment area is 20 square miles (51 square kilometres).
Solomon Gulch Dam Spillway
The dam has a 450 feet (137 m) wide uncontrolled spillway with a maximum discharge capacity of 46250 cubic feet per second (1310 cubic metres per second).
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Solomon Gulch Dam Weather
Current Conditions at Solomon Gulch Dam
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Current Time | 20:20 |
| Sunrise | 08:28 |
| Sunset | 18:32 |
| Temperature (°F) | 39 |
| Feels Like (°F) | 39 |
| Cloud Coverage (%) | 75 |
| Pressure (inHg) | 1012 |
| Humidity (%) | 93 |
| Wind Speed (mph) | 0 |
| Rain (mm) | 0 |
7-Day Forecast for Solomon Gulch Dam
| Day | Min Temp (°F) | Max Temp (°F) | Feels Like (°F) | Pressure (inHg) | Humidity (%) | Wind Speed (mph) | Wind Gust (mph) | Wind Dir | Precip Prob (%) | Precip Volume (mm) | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 36 | 42 | 41 | 1012 | 88 | 6 | 6 | NNE | 64 | 0 |  |
| Wed | 32 | 40 | 34 | 1008 | 65 | 9 | 9 | NNE | 11 | - |  |
| Thu | 26 | 33 | 25 | 1009 | 57 | 12 | 14 | NNE | 0 | - | |
| Fri | 22 | 27 | 14 | 1001 | 55 | 18 | 22 | NNE | 0 | - |  |
| Sat | 21 | 27 | 15 | 1006 | 50 | 16 | 19 | NNE | 0 | - | |
| Sun | 22 | 29 | 19 | 1019 | 47 | 11 | 13 | NNE | 0 | - | |
| Mon | 24 | 32 | 29 | 1022 | 47 | 9 | 8 | NE | 83 | - |  |
| Tue | 24 | 32 | 25 | 1013 | 71 | 8 | 9 | NE | 92 | - | |
Solomon Gulch Dam Frequently Asked Questions
Solomon Gulch Dam is in Alaska.
Solomon Gulch Dam is in Valdez-Cordova County.
Solomon Gulch Dam is 115 feet high.
Solomon Gulch Dam is 386 feet long.
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Condition Assessment Classification
Satisfactory
No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor
A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
High
Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner’s property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
Source: National Inventory of Dams