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PROPOSAL
DAYEBAS CREEK
FEASIBILITY ANALYSIS
AND
FERC LICENSE APPLICATION
ALASKA POWER AUTHORITY
ANCHORAGE, ALASKA
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Alaska Power Authority
334 W. 5th Ave.
Anchorage, Alaska 99501
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R. W. BECK AND ASSOCIATES, INC.
TRYCK NYMAN & HAYES
R. W. BECK AND ASSOCIATES, INC.
SEATTLE. WASHINGTON
SITKA, ALASKA
JUNE 1980
TRYCK NYMAN & HAYES
ANCHORAGE. ALASKA
PROPOSAL RECEIVEQ
JUN 2 ,; 1980
~KA POWER AUTHORITY]:
DAYEBAS CREEK HYDROELECTRIC PROJECT
FEASIBILITY ANALYSIS
AND
FERC LICENSE APPLICATION
ALASKA POWER AUTHORITY
ANCHORAGE, ALASKA
R. W. BECK AND ASSOCIATES, INC.
TRYCK NYMAN &. HAYES
R. W. BECK AND ASSOCIATES, INC.
SEATTLE, WASHINGTON
SITKA, ALASKA
JUNE 1980
TRYCK NYMAN & HAYES
ANCHORAGE. ALASKA
R. W. BECK AND ASSOCIATES, INC./ TRYCK NYMAN & HAYES
R. W. BECK AND ASSOCIATES. INC.
200 TOW£R BUilDING
SEATTLE. WASHINGTON 18101
TElEPHONE C2061 622·6000
210 LN:E STfiEET
SITKA. ALASKA 11835
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Mr. Eric P. Yould
Executive Director
Alaska Power Authority
333 West Fourth Avenue, Suite No. 31
Anchorage, Alaska 99501
Dear Mr. Yould:
Subject: Dayebas Creek Hydroelectric Project
Feasibility Analysis and FERC
License Application
Proposal for Engineering Services
TRYCK NYMAN & HAYES
740 1 STREET
ANCHORAGE. ALASKA 99501
CABLE TNHANCAK
TElEX 090 25332
June 23, 1980
R. W. Beck and Associates, Inc. in association with Tryck, Nyman &
Hayes is pleased to submit a proposal to the Alaska Power Authority (Authori-
ty) for engineering services for conducting a preliminary feasibility as-
sessment, detailed feasibility study, and for preparation of an Federal Energy
Regulatory Commission (FERC) License Application to construct the proposed
Dayebas Creek Hydroelectric Project near Haines, Alaska. Presented in the
Proposal are informational statements concerning the residency of the project
team and subcontractors in addition to an authorization of all firms involved
to perform work related to this Project. Descriptive information is included
summarizing the experience capabilities of R. w. Beck and Associates, Inc.;
Tryck, Nyman & Hayes; Converse Ward Davis Dixon, Inc.; and Dames and Moore
that most resembles the Dayebas Creek Project in scope. The proposal also
identifies key personnel of the project team and sets forth the engineering
services to be provided together with a project schedule based on a start date
of August 1, 1980.
The joint proposers intend to retain the services of Converse Ward
Davis Dixon, Inc., Seattle, Washington, to perform the geotechnical investi-
gations on the Project through its Anchorage office and Air Photo Tech Inc.,
Anchorage, Alaska, to perform required aerial photography and mapping. Dames
and Moore of Anchorage, Alaska will be retained to perform the environmental
studies and analyses.
Mr. Eric P. Yould -2-June 23, 1980
Staff members of our proposed team have conducted an aerial re-
connaissance or the site. We also met with Alaska Electric Light and Power
Company to discuss its interest and concerns. On the basis of these conver-
sations and our review of the available information, we believe it very im-
portant to include storage in the Project development, if at all possible, and
have prepared our proposal on this basis.
Performance of the work described in this proposal will be con-
ducted for an estimated budget amount of $657,000. A detailed breakdown of
this budget by tasks is included in the proposal. This budget amount assumes
a storage dam site will be identified in the feasibility assessment stage, and
will be investigated and included in the License Application. A reduction in
the amount would result if no economic storage potential is identified. Upon
selection as the Engineer for the Project, we will be pleased to work with the
Authority in defining more specifically the scope of services, costs and terms
or an engineering contract.
We appreciate the opportunity to submit this Proposal for engi-
neering services for the Dayebas Creek Hydroelectric Project. Should you have
any questions concerning the information in the Proposal, or should you re-
quire any further information, we would be most pleased to accommodate your
request. Please respond to our Seattle address.
Very truly yours,
R. W. BECK AND ASSOCIATES, INC.
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James v. Williamson
Vice President
Registered Professional Engineer
State of Alaska
TRYCK, NYMAN & HAYES
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Senior Partner
Registered Professional Engineer
State of Alaska
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Letter of Introduction
Table of Contents
List of Exhibits
INFORMATIONAL STATEMENTS
Alaska Residents
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Professional Engineer Registration
QUALIFICATIONS
Project Concept and Capabilities
Experience
MANAGEMENT OF THE PROJECT
Project Team
Project Control
RESUMES OF KEY PERSONNEL
SERVICES OF THE CONSULTING ENGINEER
Study Plan
Subcontractor Work Plans
Project Schedule
ESTIMATED BUDGET FOR CONSULTING SERVICES
Section
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LIST OF EXHIBITS
Title
FERC License Application Exhibits
Project Schedule
Number
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INFORMATIONAL STATEMENTS
ALASKA RESIDENTS AND
PROFESSIONAL ENGINEER REGISTRATION
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ALASKA RESIDENTS
The project team proposed for the execution of the Dayebas Creek
Project Feasibility Analysis and FERC License Application is comprised of
R. w. Beck and Associates, Inc. (Seattle, Washington) in association with
Tryck, Nyman & Hayes (Anchorage, Alaska) with support efforts provided by
Dames and Moore (Anchorage, Alaska), Air Photo Tech Inc. (Anchorage, Alaska),
and Converse Ward Davis Dixon, Inc. through its Anchorage office.
The utilization of Alaskan residents, in accordance with
AS 36.10.010, is a concept which is in concert with the project team as
identified for the conduct of the Dayebas Creek Project.
Of the total staff necessary to complete all phases of the Dayebas
Creek Project feasibility studies and FERC License Application, 15 individuals
or 54% of the entire project team are current residents of the State of
Alaska. In addition, the exploration drillers and members of the survey crews
would be Alaska residents.
PROFESSIONAL ENGINEER REGISTRATION
Both R. W. Beck and Associates, Inc. and Tryck, Nyman & Hayes are
duly authorized to practice the profession of engineering in Alaska. The
principal personnel of both firms are Registered Professional Engineers in the
State of Alaska. The three subcontractor firms are also duly authorized to
work in the State of Alaska.
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QUALIFICATIONS
PROJECT CONCEPT AND CAPABILITIES
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PROJECT CONCEPT AND CAPABILITIES
PROJECT CONCEPT
The proposed Dayebas Creek Project will be located on Dayebas
Creek, a small stream on the east side of Taiya Inlet, approximately six miles
northeast of Haines. Dayebas Creek starts at the glacier on the north side of
Mount Villard and flows north through a series of lakes before turning west to
Taiya Inlet. The creek drains an area of about 11-1/2 square miles, most of
which is above El 2000. In the last 1/4 mile the creek drops 500 feet into
Taiya Inlet. The proposed project will make use of this final drop and divert
water from a diversion dam at approximately the 500-foot contour through a
steel penstock to a powerhouse located on the shore. From the powerhouse a
combination of submarine and conventional land transmission lines will carry
the power to the City of Haines.
Studies to date have considered the Dayebas Creek Hydroelectric
Project as a run-of-the-river project because there are no obvious storage
sites. Unfortunately, such projects do not provide the optimum benefit to
towns in Southeast Alaska, since a majority of the runoff occurs in the spring
and summer months, while the peak energy demand occurs in the winter months.
If even a small storage site could be found upstream on Dayebas Creek some
regulation of flow could be achieved, thus increasing the potential benefits
of the project.
In order to adequately evaluate the technical and economic feasi-
bility of the Dayebas Creek Project, we consider the most critical items are
to ( 1) more definitely establish the hydrology of the basin; ( 2) more com-
pletely investigate the possibilities of a storage reservoir; and (3) review
the assumptions concerning transmission routing.
Generalized regional studies of hydrology in Southeast Alaska have
presented certain problems because the rugged terrain causes extreme variation
in rainfall and thus streamflow, even between joining basins. According to
the Reconnaissance Study Report a stream gage will be established on Dayebas
Creek in June of this year, but this will not provide enough background data
for the early studies. The preliminary feasibility study will review the work
in the Reconnaissance Study Report, together with whatever measurements become
available from the new gage. In addition, we will further investigate corre-
lations with other stream gages and rainfall records in order to more firmly
establish the hydrology of the creek.
Available mapping of the drainage area is limited to USGS quad
sheets, at a scale of 1:63,360 and with 100-foot contour intervals. This does
not allow a complete investigation of the area upstream of the diversion dam
as to its suitability for a storage reservoir. In a flight over the basin, it
was not possible to identify any obvious site for a storage reservoir. By
using available aerial photographs and perhaps some additional mapping to-
gether with on-the-ground inspection of the creek, we propose to determine
whether or not a reasonable size upstream storage is possible and practicable.
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Transmission routing will also need to be investigated in some de-
tail during the preliminary feasibility study. According to marine charts,
Taiya Inlet has a deep trench directly in front of Dayebas Creek. This trench
reaches depths of greater than 1, 000 feet. Placement of a submarine cable
across such a trench will present certain problems. South of Dayebas Creek,
Taiya Inlet enters Chilkoot Inlet and the bottom rises. Maximum depths in
this area are only about 400 feet. It is possible that running a transmission
line along the shore and across the shallower depths will be easier. However,
the shoreline is extremely steep and forested and construction of a trans-
mission line along that shore will be expensive and may be environmentally
harmful. The preliminary feasibility study will investigate the technical
feasibility and cost of both a route across the deep 1 ,000-foot Taiya Inlet,
and a route along the south shore and across the shallower Chilkoot Inlet.
The objective of the engineering and professional services pre-
sented in this proposal is to determine the technical, economic and environ-
mental feasibility of the Dayebas Creek Hydroelectric Project and to prepare
an FERC License Application for its construction and operation. To accomplish
this objective, a project team has been identified which has the requisite
technical expertise and experience with local conditions (regulatory, environ-
mental, and logistic) necessary to ensure the realization of the objective in
a timely and quality manner. The project team is a union of highly qualified
and experienced firms in the successful development of hydroelectric and other
water resource related projects in Alaska.
CAPABILITIES
R. W. Beck and Associates, Inc. (Beck) has more than 20 years of
experience in the planning, licensing, design and construction of hydro-
electric projects located throughout the United States. The firm is currently
engaged in various stages of feasibility, preparation and processing FERC Li-
cense Applications, design and construction on some 30 different hydroelectric
projects across the United States.
In the past the firm's hydroelectric experience in Alaska includes
design of the Blind Slough Project for Petersburg ( 1, 900 kW -1958), Lake
Whitman (4,000 kW -1962), Ketchikan Lakes (1,500 kW -1957) and Lake Silvis
(2,100 kW-1975) projects for Ketchikan, and Hidden Falls Salmon Hatchery for
the State. Other developments investigated include the Mahoney Lake and Lake
Grace Projects for Ketchikan and Thomas Bay and Virginia Lake for Thomas Bay
Power Canmission. Currently, we are performing a small-scale reconnaissance
study of hydropower potential in Southwest Alaska for the Alaska District of
the Corps of Engineers.
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Beck recently prepared contract drawings and specifications, and
assisted in the financing, for the Green Lake Project, an estimated $55 mil-
lion (financing amount) hydroelectric project being developed for the City and
Borough of Sitka, Alaska. This project, which is located about 10 air miles
southeast of the City, consists of a 230-foot high, double curvature concrete
arch dam, 1,644 feet of 9-foot diameter power tunnel, a two-unit, 16,500-kW
installed capacity powerhouse, 69-kV transmission line and access roads. Beck
is now providing inspection services during construction, with the project
slated to come on line in late 1981.
The firm recently completed preparation of contract drawings and
specifications for a major water supply reservoir for the City of Aurora,
Colorado. The $25 million Spinney Mountian project consists of a 90-foot high
zoned earthfill embankment, concrete-lined ungated spillway, outlet works,
access roads and related features. Presently, we are providing construction
inspection services, with this project also scheduled to be completed by the
end of next year.
Beck is also actively engaged in the preparation of plans and
specifications for the Swan Lake Project, an estimated $120 million (financing
amount) hydroelectric project being developed for the City of Ketchikan,
Alaska. This project, which is located about 22 air miles northeast of the
City, consists of a 190-foot high, double curvature concrete arch dam, 1, 740
feet of 11-foot diameter power tunnel, a two-unit 22,500-kW installed capacity
powerhouse, 26 miles of 115-kV transmission line, access roads and port fa-
cilities. Our Finn has also been retained to provide the construction in-
spection services, with the first contract scheduled to be awarded next month.
Additionally, the firm is experienced in a wide range of technical
matters related to air, water and land environments. This experience has been
applied to investigations concerning thermal power plants, reservoirs, hydro-
electric plants, transmission facilities, roads and structures. Beck has
supervised field studies to characterize the environment and ecological
systems at the proposed project sites, performed analytical studies to project
the impact of the new facilities on the environment, developed design alterna-
tives to minimize or relieve such impact, and prepared environmental impact
statements to accompany applications for facility permits and licenses.
Tryck, Nyman & Hayes (TN&H) provides a wide variety of civil engi-
neering services including broadscope planning and engineering studies.
Recent projects include plans and specifications of water diversion projects,
reservoirs, water treatment plants, and water transmission and distribution
systems.
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The firm has successfully accomplished full scope engineering serv-
ices leading to the construction or more than 500 civil engineering projects,
ranging over the entire State or Alaska. Individual project construction
budgets range from less than $10,000 to more than $30,000,000.
Throughout TN&H' s history, equipment, methods and personnel have
been continuously upgraded. The Firm's current starr or 40 personnel includes
a high percentage with advanced engineering degrees or who have completed
advanced studies to upgrade their engineering capabilities.
TN&H maintains a full range or support equipment to provide office
and field engineering and surveying services for major construction projects.
This equipment includes 10 electronic distance measuring units; 17 Wild sur-
veying instruments; fathometer surveying equipment; laboratory equipment; two
complete sets or radio communication equipment consisting of 10 units per
set. Also included are water, land and air transportation equipment.
TN&H' s computer equipment includes a Wang MVP system with a pre-
cision flatbed plotter, word processing, separate accounting and engineering
terminals, plus software programs to support a wide variety or civil engi-
neering projects.
Converse Ward Davis Dixon, Inc. has provided geotechnical support
services throughout the United States in soil and foundation engineering, rock
mechanics and earthquake engineering for more than 30 years. The firm has
recent experience in geotechnical investigations in Alaska dating back to the
Good Friday earthquake or 1964. More recently the firm provided all geo-
technical services on the Green Lake and Swan Lake Hydroelectric Projects
which have difficult access and field conditions as does the Dayebas Creek
site.
Dames and Moore maintains a starr or multidisciplinary expertise in
its Anchorage office which has been employed in several major environmental
assessment projects that are particularly relevant to the Dayebas Creek Hydro-
electric Project.
Currently, the firm is engaged in the preparation of
EIS for the Prudhoe Bay operator's proposed waterflood project.
has included extensive agency interaction as well as a detailed
or socioeconomic and environmental factors.
a third-party
This project
consideration
A comprehensive environmental assessment was recently prepared by
Dames and Moore that included field research in birds, marine mammals, and
intertidal organisms, oceanographic circulation and currents; anadromous
fishes and streams; and socioeconomic impacts as related to the part expansion
project for the City of Valdez. Additionally, the firm performed a series or
ecological studies and provided environmental impact analysis for the Alaska
Petrochemical Company Refinery in Valdez.
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Direct experience with working conditions in the Bristol Bay area
was gained during a study of the social and economic impacts of a commercial
herring fishery on coastal villages. This insight into the social aspects of
western Alaska villages will be valuable in analyzing the social impacts of
the Dayebas Creek development.
Air Photo Tech Inc. was established in 1960 to fill the need in
Alaska for full-service, on-call photogrammetric capabilities. Air Photo Tech
was the first photogrammetric firm to provide this service within Alaska. The
firm has matured and expanded and continues to grow to meet the increasing
needs of our rapidly growing State.
Air Photo Tech's continuing expansion since 1960 has provided the
most current state-of-the-arts in photogrammetric equipment and personnel,
including equipment such as the Wild B-8S optical terrain mapping instruments;
automatic recording digital equipment; complete computergraphic department
with precision flatbed digital plotters; a photo color lab; field photographic
equipment including fully instrumented twin-engine aircraft equipped with a
GNS/500 Global-nav navigation system, and state-of-the-art site and Wild
cardiographic cameras.
EXPERIENCE
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The relevant experience of R. W. Beck and Associates, Inc./
Tryck Nyman & Hayes and its subcontractors is summarized in
the following pages.
R. W. BECK AND ASSOCIATES, INC.
Date of Completion:
Location of Project:
Contract Cost:
Client:
Project Scope:
1982
Southeast Alaska
$50,600,'000
City and Borough of Sitka, Alaska
Fermin ·Gutierrez~ (907) 747-3294
GREEN LAKE PROJECT
The Green Lake Project is presently under construction and is scheduled to enter
into service in 1982 to supply the increasing loads of the City and Borough of
Sitka, Alaska. The Project is located approximately 12 miles from Sitka and about
7 miles from the City's existing Blue Lake hydroelectric development. The Project
will consist of a concrete arch dam which will raise the existing Green Lake
over 200 feet to provide a sufficient reservoir regulation, a 1,900 foot long con-
crete lined tunnel, and a surface powerhouse on the shore of Silver Bay which will
house two 7,500-kW generating units. R. W. Beck and Associates prepared the recon-
naissance and feasibility studies as well as final design and FERC License Applica-
tion for the Project.
Date of Completion:
Location of Project:
Contract Cost:
Client:
Project Scope:
SWAN LAKE PROJECT
1984
Ketchikan, Alaska
$87,700,000
Ketchikan Public. Utilities
Robert E. Arnold, (907) 225-3111
CAP. ROLL '"'JJf
Final designs are being completed on the Swan Lake Hydroelectric Project
for the City of Ketchikan, Alaska, and the first construction contract
is expected to be awarded in July, 1980. The major project features in-
clude a 170-foot high concrete arch dam, a 2,300-foot long power tunnel,
an indoor-type powerhouse and approximately 30 miles of 115-kV overhead
transmission line. Scheduled for on-line operation in late 1983, the
Project will add )2 MW of generating capability to Ketchikan's electri-
cal system and will essentially end its dependency on non-renewable fos-
sil fuel for base load energy. The technical, economic, environmental
and financial feasibility of the Project was prepared by R. W. Beck and
Associates, as was the FERC License Application, which has been accepted
for processing.
Date of Completion:
Location of Project:
Contract Cost:
Client:
1975
Southeast Alaska
$2,000,000
City of Ketchikan
Donald Bowey
R. W. Beck and Associates
performed the engineering
for the rehabilitation of
the 2,100-kW Lake Silvis .
power plant which was com-
pleted in 1975. Rehabili-
tation consisted of construc-
tion of an unlined spillway
in rock from the upper lake, ·
a buried reinforced concrete
powerhouse to provide protec-
tion against potential future
slide conditions and instal-
lation of new or rehabilitated
generation equipment.
LAKE SILVIS PROJECT
The 2,100-kW Lake \S~lvis
power ~lant, owned by the
City of Ketchikan, A~aska,
was destroyed by a land-
slide in 1969 after only
one year of operation. R.
W. Beck and Associates was
retained to investigate the
cause of the failure and to
provide expert testimony.
TRYCK NYMAN & HAYES
Project Name:
Date of Completion:
Location of Project:
Contract Cost:
Client:
Project Scope:
Cordova Water Supply Project
1974
Cordova, Alaska
$200,000
City of Cordova, Alaska
Perry Lovette (907) 424-3237
TRYCK I NYMAN & HAYES
This project consisted of studying and evaluating al-
ternative sources of water supply. The feasibility of
constructing one or more dam impoundments, development
water intake facilities on several streams, drilling
water wells and wellfields, and constructing an intake
and treatment system on an existing lake were evaluated.
Following completion of the study phase, detailed plans
and specifications were prepared for drilling several
water wells, enlarging and existing reservoir (Meals
Lake) and relocating a section of an existing water
supply line through a canyon. The project also in-
cluded a cost-effective analysis for filtration and
chlorination.
Design of Meals Lake Dam consisted of a 20-foot high,
welded sheet steel-lined structure with rock backfill
and riprap. This project increased existing reservoir
capac! ty by 22 million gallons to a total of approxi-
mately 45 million gallons. An unusual design consider-
ation was the underwater intake structure. The under-
water inlet avoided the expense of an above-water actu-
ator which would be subject to ice build-up and sub-
stantial ice pressures.
Project Name:
Date of Completion:
Location of Project:
Contract Cost:
Client:
Project Scope:
Unalaska Water System Improvements
1976
Unalaska, Alaska
$2,000,000
City of Unalaska, Alaska
Jesse Burton (907) 581-1251
TRYCK, NYMAN & HAYES
This project involved preparation of plans and specifi-
cations for upgrading an existing water system. The
project included a new sheet pile dam, new supply
lines, chlorination and filtering systems for a total
capacity of 7, 500 gpm. An access road with several
large culvert stream crossings was designed as part of
the project. Two diversion dams were constructed on
this project. The larger dam on Pyramid Creek consists
of interlocking sheet piling concreted into a cutoff
trench excavated in rock. The spillway is 23 feet wide
and is approximately 10 feet above the original channel.
The project also included plans and specifications for
rehabilitation of the abandoned water distribution
system at Dutch Harbor, Alaska.
Prior to actual design of the water system, TNH com-
pleted in 1973, a long-range plan for meeting the com-
munity's water and sewer needs. The study included
evaluation of the community infrastructure, population
analysis and forecast, land use analysis and plan and
recommendations for developing sewer and water facili-
ties.
The design/planning phase of the Project was completed
in 1976 and it was constructed by 1978 at a cost of
$2.0 million. The system provides water supply to the
developed portion of the community and to eleven
canneries and fish processing facilities located near
the harbor.
Project Name: Kodiak Water Supply
Date of Completion: 1973
Location of Project: Kodiak, Alaska
Contract Cost: $1,600,000
Client: City of Kodiak, Alaska
Herman Benkers (907) 486-5731
TRYCK, NYMAN & HAYES
Project Scope: The City commissioned Tryck, Nyman & Hayes to study
alternative water supply sources, make recommendations
for upgrading 'available sources, and to prepare plans
and specifications for construction of necessary im-
provements.
A total of 12 separate alternatives for water supply
were evaluated. Expansion of the pumping facilities at
Pillar Creek, construction of an intake and pumphouse
on Monashka Creek, construction of pipelines to the
City system, and reconstruction of an existing pipeline
from Pillar Creek to Kodiak were recommended.
Final design activities related to the Pillar Creek
pumphouse included an expansion of its capacity from
1, 000 gallons per minute to 3, 500 gallons per minute.
Final design of Monashka Creek pumphouse reflected an
initial capacity of 5, 000 gallons per minute, with the
capability for expansion to a total pumping capacity of
10,000 gallons per minute.
The firm was also responsible for the design of a
3-mile long, 24-inch water transmission line connecting
the Monashka Creek pumphouse to the existing City water
transmission system and a 15-foot high sheet steel-
lined, rockfill diversion dam which forms a 200 million
gallon reservoir and water intake. The structure is
designed to withstand the 5-year flood crest in the
creek. An interested design feature is the "gloryhole"
spillway which is made up of a corrugated metal culvert
with a flared entrance.
CONVERSE WARD DAVIS DIXON, INC.
Project Name:
Date of Completion:
Location of Project:
Contract Cost:
Client:
Project Scope:
CONVERSE WARD DAVIS DIXON INC.
Green Lake Hydroelectric Project
1978
Sitka, Alaska
$475,000
R. w. Beck and Associates, Inc.
James V. Williamson (206) 622-5000
This project is presently under construction and con-
sists of a 200-foot high double curvature, thin-arch
concrete dam, powerhouse, power tunnel, diversion tun-
nel, cofferdams, and a 7-mile long access road to the
site. The project area was remote requiring a support
camp. Access and support was by helicopter and float
plane. Project scope consisted of geological, borings,
test pips, and field testing at the dam site, diversion
tunnel, powerhouse, power tunnel, cofferdams and access
road to determine foundation conditions. Also included
was a concrete aggregate borrow study and separate
seismicity study to provide recommended seismic design
parameters for the project.
Project Name:
Date of Completion:
Location of Project:
Contract Cost:
Client:
Project Scope:
CONVERSE WARD DAVIS DIXON INC.
Swan Lake Hydroelectric Project
1980
Ketchikan, Alaska
$750,000
R. W. Beck and Associates, Inc.
James V. Williamson (206) 622-5000
This project consists of a 174-foot high double struc-
ture, thin-arch concrete dam, power tunnel, powerhouse,
wharf and staging area. Project area was remote re-
quiring a support campl Access was by helicopter and
float plane. Project scope consisted of geological,
geophysical, borings and field testing at the dam site,
diversion tunnel, powerhouse, power tunnel, port and
staging area, and access road alignment to determine
foundation conditions. Also included was exploration
for a 3, 000-foot aerial transmission crossing of
Carroll Inlet, serial reconnaissance of 30.5 miles of
transmission corridor and reservoir for geologic haz-
ards. Evaluation of regional seismicity and earthquake
potential at the project to provide recommended seismic
design parameters for the project.
Project Name:
Date of Completion:
Location of Project:
Contract Cost:
Client:
Project Scope:
CONVERSE WARD DAVIS DIXON INC.
Sultan River Project
1979
Sultan, Washington
$1,134,000
R. W. Beck and Associates
James V. Williamson (206) 622-5000
This project consists of raising the existing Culmback
Dam approximately 62 feet and the existing Spada Lake
Reservoir by 90 feet. Portions of the project area are
remote requiring some helicopter access. Project scope
consisted of geological and borings at the dam site,
obtaining foundation strength data of the existing dam,
mapping and exploration of impervious, filter and rock
borrow areas. Geological/geophysical boring and field
testing data was completed for interpretation of the
reservoir leakage potential. A regional seismicity
study was completed to evaluate the earthquake poten-
tial at the site and to provide recommended seismic de-
sign parameters for the dam.
DAMES & MOORE
PROJECT LOCATION
Project: Biological Baseline Research
and Impact Analysis for the
Alaska Petrochemical Company
Refinery Environmental Impact
Statement
Location: Valdez, Alaska
Date: 1979
Cost: $600,000
Client: DOWL Engineers
Dames & Moore provided an analysis of the biological aspects of con-
structing the proposed Alpetco refinery in Valdez. Six technical
investigations concerned with resources in the Valdez area were conducted:
1. Plant communities of eastern Port Valdez.
2. The mammals of Port Valdez.
3. The birds of Port Valdez.
4. Freshwater aquatic habitats of the Valdez area.
5. Salmon fry dispersion in eastern Port Valdez.
6. Intertidal and shallow subtidal habitats of Port Valdez.
Information from the above studies was integrated and summarized and
impacts of the proposed refinery were analyzed. Sections of the
Environmental Impact Statement relating to biological resources were
prepared.
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Project: Geotechnical Evaluation and
Environmental Assessment
Proposed Expanded Port
Facilities
Location: Valdez, Alaska
Date: 1979
Cost: $330,000
Client: City of Valdez
PROJECT LOCATION
This project involved evaluating the geotechnical feasibility of con-
structing a deep-water port in the Valdez area, analyzing the environ-
mental impact of the proposed facilities, providing appropriate documen-
tation to accompany permit application, and acting as the City's agent in
the permitting process.
A bathymetric survey was conducted to define the bottom profile and
determine accurate estimates of dredging quantities. Subsurface inves-
tigations, including borings and sample analyses, were undertaken to
determine the engineering characteristics of the soils and the maximum
extent of probable landslides from the shelf break.
The project involved the preparation of a detailed environmental assess-
ment report integrating information from baseline studies with information
available from other sources. The environmental assessment report
involved a multi-disciplinary approach and included a consideration of
socioeconomic, physical and biological impacts.
The project included a coordination role between the study investigators,
designers, and state and federal agencies. Throughout the study, contact
was maintained to ensure that the final EA report would address all
regulatory concerns and thus facilitate timely acquisition of state and
federal permits.
DAMES 8 MOORE
PROJECT LOCATION
Project: Environmental Impact /
Statement
Location: Prudhoe Bay, A 1 ask a
D In Progress
Cost: $800,000
Client: Alaska District
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers . "·~
Dames & ~1oore has been working under the direction of the Alaska District
Corps of Engineers in preparing a third-party DEIS for the Prudhoe Bay Unit
Waterflood Project. This project involves removal and treatment of a large
volume of water from the Beaufort Sea with pipeline transportation to the
field for injection into the oil-bearing formation.
Utilizing a detailed knowledge of State and federal regulations and permit
requirements, Dames & Moore personnel were able to anticipate many of the
complex issues and concerns associated with this project. Scoping
meetings were held with the permitting agencies, owners' representatives,
and the public to further define the pertinent issues which include such
diverse elements as:
1. Effects on fish and lagoon systems from the existing and pro-
posed extension of the causeway into the Beaufort Sea.
2. Effects on marine life from the seawater intake and discharge.
3. The cumulative effect of the action in conjunction with a likely
scenario for development of other arctic resources.
4. The need for energy and effect of a delay on annual and total
production of oil and gas.
The proposed and alternative designs were analyzed to determine relative
impacts on the marine and terrestrial environments. Mathematical modeling
of circulation and water quality was conducted to evaluate the effects of
the causeway extension. Geobotanical mapping was conducted to identify
critical habitat areas. Recommendations and mitigation measures were
formulated to promote a final development plan that is both environ-
mentally sound and economically feasible.
The DEIS has recently been released for public review.
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MANAGEMENT OF THE PROJECT
PROJECT TEAM
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PROJECT TEAM
Personnel proposed for the Project Team for the Preliminary Feasi-
bility Assessment, Detailed Feasibility Study and FERC License Application, as
shown in the organization chart at the end of this section have been selected
based on their technical and managerial capabilities, as well as their avail-
ability. Personnel for the final design and construction phases of work on
the Project are representative of personnel that would be assigned to the
Project based on their availability at the time of these phases of work on the
Project. Specific key personnel we propose for the Project Team are:
Donald R. Melnick
Wilson V. Binger, Jr.
David E. Grenier
Art T. Derby
James R. Reed
Robert L. Engelbach
Jack W. Garrison
Frank G. Lazer
James Woods
Yiang Chang Liou
Gordon A. Leonard
Raymond A. Nelson
Winfred T. Cornwell
Alan G. Dashen
Dr. Richard S. Fleming
-Project Manager (R. W. Beck and
Associates, Inc.)
-Project Engineer (R. w. Beck and
Associates, Inc.)
-Project Engineer (Tryck, Nyman & Hayes)
-Civil (R. w. Beck and Associates, Inc.)
-Civil (R. W. Beck and Associates, Inc.)
-Civil (Tryck, Nyman & Hayes)
-Surveys (Tryck, Nyman & Hayes)
-Civil (Tryck, Nyman & Hayes)
-Surveys (Tryck, Nyman & Hayes)
-Hydrology/Hydraulics (R. W. Beck and
Associates, Inc.)
-Hydrology/Hydraulics (Tryck Nyman & Hayes)
-Electrical (R. W. Beck and Associates, Inc.)
-Mechanical (R. W. Beck and Associates, Inc.)
-Economist (R. W. Beck and Associates, Inc.)
-Environmental Coordinator (R. W. Beck and
Associates, Inc.)
In addition, we propose to use the services of subcontractor spe-
cialists in the geotechnical, survey, and environmental areas as shown on the
organization chart. In the geotechnical area we will use Converse Ward Davis
Dixon, Inc. Dames and Moore will perform environmental support studies and
analyses. The aerial vertical photography and related mapping will be per-
formed by Air Photo Tech Inc.
Following are the key personnel of the Special Consultants.
Alan L. O'Neill
William Bli ton
James Hemming
John Morsell
Peter Hanley
-Technical Manager (Converse Ward Davis
Dixon, Inc.)
-Senior Geologist (Converse Ward Davis
Dixon, Inc.)
-Project Director (Dames and Moore)
-Fishery Biology (Dames and Moore)
-Socio-Economics (Dames and Moore)
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John Lobdell
Lawrence Peterson
Dennis Lees
Dave Erikson
Stephen St. Peter
(2)
-Archaeology (Dames and Moore)
-Water Quality and Limnology (Dames and Moore)
-Marine Biology (Dames and Moore)
-Ornithology (Dames and Moore)
-Photogrammetry (Air Photo Tech Inc.)
The following staff personnel will periodically review technical
aspects of the Project work:
James V. Williamson
Donald E. Bowes
Frank E. Nyman
-R. W. Beck and Associates, Inc.
Vice President
-R. W. Beck and Associates, Inc.
Vice President
-Tryck, Nyman & Hayes
Senior Partner
Detailed experience resumes of Project Team key personnel are
included in Section 4 of the Proposal.
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PROJECT CONTROL
CONTROL MEMORANDA
A Project Control Memorandum will be prepared at the beginning of
the study to fully delineate for all persons on the Project Team the overall
scope of work, tasks into which the work is to be divided, project schedules,
designation of lead personnel and a discussion of special problems or consid-
erations concerning the Project. The Project Control Memorandum is prepared
under the direction of the Project Manager for review and approval by the
Review Staff.
Following issuance of the Project Control Memorandum, planning mem-
oranda will be prepared for detailed control of the work. Typically, these
planning memoranda will include administrative direct! ves such as calculation
and data file codes, engineering cost coding and control, and the preliminary
design criteria for the Project, including engineering and economic para-
meters. The purpose of the planning memoranda is to set forth in writing the
basis and criteria for the conduct of the job. Planning memoranda will be
prepared by the lead engineers and approved by the Project Manager. As
changes occur during the progress of the work, revised memoranda will be
issued. The preparation and use of Project Control Memoranda and planning
memoranda are long-established standard procedures of the Consulting Engineer.
COST AND SCHEDULING CONTROL
A cost and scheduling control system will be provided which util-
izes graphic schedules, monthly activity reports and project engineering prog-
ress charts. To ensure adherence to target scheduling and estimated engineer-
ing costs, these controls will be reviewed semi-monthly and revised, if neces-
sary, to indicate overall status of a project and to identify specific efforts
needed to expedite the work to maintain schedules.
STAFF REVIEW
As concepts are developed by the Project Team, review will be per-
formed by the Review Staff. Upon completion of the study for each phase for
the Project, a draft of the resulting report will be prepared which will be
reviewed by members of the Review Staff prior to submittal to APA.
RESUMES OF KEY PERSONNEL
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DONALD R. MELNICK
B.S. in Civil Engineering,
Clarkson College of Technology
M.S. in Engineering Administration,
Syracuse University
Registered Professional Engineer
Mr. Melnick has practiced professionally as a civil engineer since 1961. His
assignments include feasibility studies, planning, design, construction engi-
neering and contract administration in conjunction with the renovation and
construction of dams, outlet works, spillways, penstocks, powerhouses, elec-
tric transmission facilities, commercial and industrial buildings and highway
bridges.
Since joining R. w. Beck and Associates in 1974, Mr. Melnick has been primar-
ily involved in the planning, design and construction of hydroelectric facil-
ities and other heavy construction projects. His responsibilities have in-
cluded serving as Project Engineering Manager on the Green Lake hydroelectric
project through feasibility, FERC licensing, design and construction phases;
Project Engineering Manager on the Swan Lake hydroelectric project through
appraisal, feasibility and FERC licensing phases; Project Engineering Manager
on Mission Creek Dam through the feasibility, design and construction phases;
and Project Engineer during the appraisal phase of the Clavey-Wards Ferry hy-
droelectric project.
Prior to joining the Firm, his experience included five years with a major
eastern electric utility, five years with the California Department of Water
Resources and three years with the California Division of Highways. In New
York State, he was responsible for the major reconstruction of the South
Edwards and Browns Falls hydroelectric developments, procurement of tubular
steel structures for a major 345-kV transmission line and construction of
three major office facilities. In California, he participated in the engi-
neering of the Oroville Project, Castaic Dam and Pyramid Dam and was in re-
sponsible charge in the field of the construction of three major bridges on
the San Diego freeway.
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WILSON V. BINGER, JR.
B.S. in Civil Engineering
Brown University
Registered Professional Engineer
Mr. Binger has ten years experience in the planning, licensing and design of
water resources projects. Since joining R. W. Beck and Associates in 1979,
he has worked on the planning and licensing of hydroelectric facilities in-
cluding integration of the engineering and environmental studies required.
Prior to joining the Firm, he worked for the Power Authority of the State of
New York where his duties included supervision of engineering and environmen-
tal work required for the licensing of a 1,000 MW pumped storage project. He
was also responsible for field investigations and feasibility studies for the
utility's hydro expansion program.
Mr. Binger has experience with engineering firms where his work included
hydrologic studies, reservoir operations and water management modeling, dam
safety inspections, preliminary project planning and preparation of license
applications. He has worked in Central America and West Africa as well as
the United States. Projects he has worked on vary from 3 MW power additions
at existing dams to 1,000 MW multi-purpose projects involving the construc-
tion of new dams and powerhouses.
In addition, Mr. Binger is a Member of the American Society of Civil Engi-
neers and the United States Committee on Large Dams.
~ERIENCE
DAVID A. GRENIER
Project Engineer
Tryck, Nyman & Hayes
1973 to date Project Engineer, Tryck, Nyman & Hayes. Project Engineer, design
engineer, specifications writer. Preparation of project cost estimates,
contract specifications, engineering design data reports, project designs and
various agency approvals; supervision of draftsmen, coordination of survey
crews, contract administration, engineering computations and compiling of data
for floodway studies. Projects include water, sanitary sewer, storm drainage,
street and site improvements for residential and commercial subdivisions,
planned unit developments and mobile home courts.
1973 · Surveyor/Technician, Fairfield Green Valley Development Co., Green
Valley, Arizona. Survey duties, calculations, preparation of plot plans and
as-builts.
1972 Partner in a subdivision development, Benson, Arizona. Planning and
,design of a proposed residential subdivision, including boundary controls,
~pping, flood plain design, lot layout, street and curb design, time and cost
~stimates, soil sampling, and preparation of engneering reports and permit
applications.
1971 Civil Engineer, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Anchorage, Alaska.
Engineering duties associated with the Snettisham Hydroelectric Project,
including preparing cost estimates, review of shop, form and contract drawings,
and review of specifications.
EDUCATION
!University of Arizona -B.S.C.E. -1971
LICENSES
'Alaska Professional Engineer -No. 4108-F
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ARTHUR T. DERBY
B.S. in Civil Engineering,
University of Colorado
R. 'vV. BECK AND ASSOCIATES
B.A. in Business Administration
University of Colorado
Registered Professional Engineer
Hr. Derby has been engaged in the development of hydroelectric projects and
related purposes, such as irrigation, flood control and industrial water sup-
ply, since his professional practice began in 1951. Since joining R. W. Beck
and Associates in 1977, he has been a Project Engineer assigned to planning
hydroelectric projects and to safety inspection, and revision of two existing
hydroelectric projects. His recent responsibilities have included the com-
plete scope of planning from basic hydrologic and power studies to the selec-
tion and preliminary design of facilities, benefit costs studies and final re-
ports. The principal features of these projects included thirteen dams from
20 to 200 feet high and fifteen powerhouses with capacity from 8 to 67 ~~.
Prior to joining the Firm, he had 21 years of professional experience in the
development of hydro power and related water resources projects with promi-
nent international engineering firms, including two years planning projects
in western Colorado, six years of field design and construction in Pakistan,
three years planning the development of four river basins in Peru, and ten
years of design and planning experience with several major hydro projects.
In addition, he was involved for four years with the construction of military
facilities and in the light construction business.
In a previous position, he reported to the president of a consulting firm in
Colorado supervising feasibility studies of nine hydro projects for major oil
and coal companies. The studies included the hydrologic yield of water
rights, system operations and economic analysis, in addition to planning nine
dams and reservoirs, two powerhouses, four pumping plants and sixteen miles
of pipeline. He was also involved in the construction of the Tarbela Dam in
Pakistan, where he was responsible to the chief of the field design division
for revisions, final design and specifications for the civil works including
all embankments, blanketing, excavations, spoil, diversions, grouting, abut-
ment and toe drainage, instrumentation facilities and roads, in addition to
some tunnels and steel and concrete structures.
Some of the larger projects with which he has had earlier professional expe-
rience include the design of the Brownlee and Oxbow hydropower projects on
the Snake River in Idaho, San Lorenzo Irrigation Projects in northern Peru,
Bayano Dam in Panama, Kanafuli Project in Bangladesh the Tri-Dam Project and
Yuba River Development in northern California, as well as cost studies and
construction planning for Cobora Basa and Kafue in Africa and Nam Ngum in
Southeast Asia. Special facilities on which he has worked include highways,
bridges, ports, shore protection, off shore platforms and submarine pipe-
lines.
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JAMES R. REED
B.S. in Chemical Oceanography
University of Washington
M.S. in Physical Oceanography
u.s. Naval Postgraduate School
Ph.D. Candidate, Hydraulic and
Environmental Engineering
University of Washington
Since joining R. W. Beck and Associates, Mr. Reed has primarily been in-
volved in planning studies and licensing of hydroelectric projects. He has
participated in the feasibility investigations of the Cowlitz Falls Project,
the 115-MW Sultan River Project and the 200-MW North Fork Stanislaus River
Hydroelectric Project. His experience has involved investigations for and
preparation of Federal Energy Regulatory Commission preliminary permits and
license applications. He also participated in the State of Washington hy-
droelectric project site surveys.
Mr. Reed's areas of expertise include numerical computer modeling, hydrau-
lics, hydrology, oceanography, water quality modeling and sampling, reser-
voir stratification and economic analysis. He has developed computer pro-
grams for reservoir operation and power studies, and for frequency analysis
of streamflows.
Prior to joining the Firm, Mr. Reed was pursuing doctorial studies. His re-
search included water quality sampling and analysis, hydraulic model studies
and the development of finite element computer models.
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ROBERT L. ENGELBACH
Project Engineer
Tryck, Nyman & Hayes
1973 to date Project Engineer, Tryck, Nyman & Hayes. Assistant project engineer
a nd design engineer. Conceptual and final design of wastewater treatment plants;
p reparation of plans and specifications. Preparation and analysis of wastewater
t reatment alternates and water supply alternates. Water treatment plant design
Hooper Bay, Alaska; water supply and treatment Shishmaref, Alaska. Sewer
infiltration/inflow analyses and evaluation at Kodiak, Sitka and Unalaska, Alaska.
1968 to 1973 Field and Design Engineer, Morrtson-Maierle Inc., Consulting
Engineers, Helena, Montana. Field construction coordination for water
distribution systems, reservoirs and water treatment plant facilities. Field
construction coordination for wastewater collection systems and secondary
wastewater treatment plants •. Project coordination design of several wastewater
treatment plants which were designed for secondary and tertiary quality effluent.
Field engineer on airport runway extension and overlay.
1965-1968 Survey Party Chief, preliminary and construction surveys, U.S. Forest
Service and U.S. Bureau of Public Roads, Montana and Alaska.
EDUCATION
Montana State University, 1967, B.S.C.E.
University of Montana, 1959-1962
LICENSES
f. Alaska Professional Engineer-No. 3627E ;-
PUBLICATIONS
Western City Magazine, September, 1969,
11 Descrtptton of Unique Water Treatment Plant11
Sitka Sentinel, May 24, 1974,
11 Engineers Develop Wastewater Plan for Sitka Municipality11
PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS
Alaska Water Management Association
Water Pollution Control Federation
American Society of Civil Engineers
Construction Specifications Institute
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JACK W. GARRISON
Manager, Survey Division
'l'RYCIC, NYMAN & HAYES
1975 to date Manager, Survey Division, Chief of Surveys, Tryck, Nyman & Hayes,
Anchorage, Alaska.
1974 -1975 Assistant Chief of Surveys, Tryck, Nyman & Hayes, Anchorage, Alaska.
1973 Assistant Branch Manager and Chief or Surveys, Tryck, Nyman & Hayes, Southeast
Alaska Branch, Juneau, Alaska.
1965 -1972 Chief of Surveys, Cadastral, Tryck, Nyman & Hayes, Anchorage, Alaska.
Survey manager for staking or Snettisham power transmission facilities.
1964 Chief of Surveys, Special Projects, Tryck, Nyman & Hayes. Spenard public
Utility District Sewer Rehabilitation and Alaska Railroad Rehabilitation.
1961 -1964 Party Chief, Tryck, Nyman & Hayes, and Tryck, Nyman & Associates.
Subdivision and retracement surveys, construction surveys, subdivision design and
computations.
1960 Project Engineer, Wesco-Stone, Anchorage, Alaska.
1959 -1960 Party Chief, City of Anchorage.
1958 Instrument Man and Party Chief, Tuttle Engineers, u.s. Corps of Engineers
contract.
1956 -1958 Survey Construction Specialist, U.S. Army, Alaska.
1956 Assistant Project Engineer, Puget Sound and Drake -DEW-LINE, Alaska. Radar
and comunicatioos tower staking.
1955 Assistant Project Engineer Grove, Shepard, Wilson & Krug, Ladd AFB, Alaska.
EDUCATION
Seattle University
University of Alaska
LICENSES
1952
1952-1956
Alaska Registered Land Surveyor -No. 949-S.
PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS
Alaska Society of Professional Land Surveyors
American Congress of Surveying and Mapping
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Survey Coordinator
Tryck, Nyman & Hayes
1976 to date, Survey Coordinator, Tryck, Nyman & Hayes. Assistant
manager of Survey Division. Responsible for coordination of all survey
field work; liaison between field survey crews, in-office drafting
personnel and computer-plotting operations. Specialist in geodetic and
cadastral surveys. Operator, technician and job planner on Wang computer-
plotter and Litton Auto Surveyor systems. Formulation of new programs
and procedures for application of Auto Surveyor in Alaskan conditions.
1975 to 1976, Surveyor, Bureau of Land Management, Anchorage. Sub-party
chief and technician for Litton Auto Surveyor operations as applied to
cadastral surveys in Alaska.
1974 to 1975, Assistant Chief Engineer, Sheraton Inn, Fresno, Ca. Responsible
for electronic and sound systems maintenance.
1966 to 1971, Electronic Technician 2nd Class, U.S. Navy. Supervised
ten men in Inertial Navigations and Data Transmissions section.
EDUCATION
California State College at Fresno, B.S. in Surveyijg & Photogrammetry,
1975 .
Fresno City College, A.A. In Mathematics, 1973
U.S. Navy Electronics School, 1966-1967
Classroom experience on Kelsh, Ballpex, and A9 plotters
LICENSES
Alaska Professional Land Surveyor No. 4786 S
ASSOCIATIONS
Alaska Society of Professional Land Surveyors
American Society of Photogrammetry
American Congress of Surveying and Happing, Alaska Section
President of American Congress on Surveying & Happing, Alaska Section
1979 to 1980
Vice President, Alaska Society of Professional Land Surveyors
1980
Board of Directors, Alaska Surveyors & Happing Conference, Inc.
1979, 1980
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JAMFS WOODS
Party Chief
TRYCK, NYMAN & HAYES
1964 to date Surveyor progressed to Party Chief, Tryck, Nyman & Hayes. Primary
work: Construction staking for roads, streets, and utilities. Also pre-construction
and construction staking for numerous projects · both remote and local including
subdivisions and utilities in communities of Homer, Seldovia, McGrath, Cordova, and
Marshall, Eek, Quinhagak, Sheldon Point, Russian Mission, Tununak, Dillingham,
Bethel, Nunapitchuk, Aniak, Tuluksak, and Copper Center. Harbor surveys for City or
Cordova. Included in project assignments was electrical transmission tower staking
at Snettisham, Alaska, power transmission line staking Seward Highway to Hope,
Alaska.
196·3 -1964 Surveyor, State of Alaska, Highway Department. Numerous State of
Alaska highway projects throughout Alaska.
1955 -1960 Highway Department, State of Michigan.
EDUCATION
Anchorage Community College, Night School for
Engineering/Surveying -1965-1966.
Lansing Community College, Lansing, Michigan
Night School for Engineering and Math -1956 -1959.
Michigan State University -Full time, majoring in Game Biology -1953~1954.
PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS
American Congress or Surveying and Mapping
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YING-CHANG LIOU
B. S. in Ci\·il Engineering
National Taiwan University
M.S. in Cidl Engineering
Uni\·ersity of Illinois, Champaign-Urbana
Registered Professional Engineer
Mr. Liou has extensive experience in the design of water resource projects
for power industries and other private and governmental clients. Since join-
ing R. W. Beck and Associates he has been engaged in the planning and design
of hydroelectric and pumped storage projects.
Prior to joining the Firm he was Project Manager and Acting Head of the
hydraulics and cornputer department of a large consulting engineering firm.
His project management experience includes segments of the Greater Chicago
tunnel and resen·oir plan; and the preliminary design of this project 1 s main
stream system. His assignments involved the design of tunnels, hydraulic
structures, pumping station, storage reservoir and a 140-foot high rockfill
dam. Additional experience includes final design of the water supply and irri-
gation systems for Saudi Arabia 1 s King Faisal cantonment project and a storm-
water detention basin for the City of Elmhurst, Illinois.
His experience includes the design of hydraulic structures, earthfill and rock-
fill dams, and baffle dikes for the cooling lake, ash storage pond and ultimate
heat sink for se\·eral nuclear and fossil fuel power plants.
EXPERIENCE
GORDON A. LEONARD
Hydrologist, Assistant Hydraulics Engineer
TRICK, NYMAN & HAYES
June 1979 to date Assistant Hydraulics Engineer, Tryck, Nyman & Hayes. Responsible
for organizing field testing program for water supply and distribution system in
Adak, Alaska. Participated in computer modeling of water distribution system in
Adak, Alaska. Involved in both inflow and infiltration related phases of Anchorage
Municipality Sewer System Evaluation Survey. Resident inspector for road
construction project, Aniak, Alaska.
1976 to 1978 Varra EnterpriSes, Inc., Broomfield, Colorado. While not attending
school, was employed in construction or small to medium sized structures.
Experienced in layout, excavation, form work, steel tying, concrete placement and
finish work.
1973 to 1976 Engineered Structures of Wyoming, Cheyenne, Wyoming. Worked on all
phases of highway bridge construction.
EDUCATION
Colorado State University -MSCE, 1979
Major: Water Resources and Hydrology
Graduate work pursued the following areas of special interest: surface,
groundwater, and water quality hydrology; watershed modeling; flood prediction
·and design of flood control structures; open channel and closed conduit
hydraulics; water resources planning; solid waste management.
Colorado State University -BSCE, 1978
LICENSES
Colorado, Engineer-in-Training, 1978
HONORS AND PROFESSIONAL SOCIETIES
Member, Tau Beta Pi, Engineering Honor Society
Member, Chi Epsilon, Civil Engineering Honor Society
Associate Member, American Society of Civil Engineers
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RAYMOND A. NELSON
B.S. in Electrical Engineering,
University of Utah
Registered Professional Engineer
Mr. Nelson's professional engineering experience since 1941 covers both basic
engineering and supervision of design, construction and testing of electrical
facilities over a wide range of project types. Since joining R. w. Beck and
Associates in 1978, Mr. Nelson has been engaged in design of electrical fea-
tures on hydroelectric projects and water and wastewater treatment facili-
ties. He has been responsible for the complete electrical design of a number
of small to medium-size hydroelectric power plants including switchyards,
transmission and distribution systems, and substations.
His assignments have included project engineer in charge of all project elec-
trical work, factory inspection and testing of equipment, supervision of de-
sign, field inspection and testing, as well as supervision of all electrical
installations. Representative hydroelectric developments on which Mr. Nelson
has had responsible charge of the electrical work include Green Lake and Swan
Lake in Alaska, Keswick and Shasta in California, Estes Park, Mary's Lake,
Pole Hill and Williams Fork in Colorado, Cambaya in Ecuador, Hungry Horse in
Montana, Pantabangan in the Philippine Islands and Bocono in Venezuela. Rep-
resentative pumping plant projects on which Mr. Nelson has had responsible
charge of electrical work include Tracy in California, Grandby in Colorado,
Clear Creek in Wyoming, and the Flat Iron Pumped Storage Plant in Colorado.
Prior to joining the Firm, Mr. Nelson was engaged as Chief Electrical Engi-
neer by an international consulting firm for seven years where he was respon-
sible for all electrical work on hydroelectric and water resources projects
including major pumping and generation plants, transmission lines, substa-
tions and distribution systems in the United States and in several foreign
countries. He also served as a special consultant on the 100-MW Pantabangan
Hydroelectric Power Plant in Nueve Ecija, Philippine Islands, where he super-
vised acceptance testing and placing the major electrical equipment into
operation.
Mr. Nelson spent a period of 12 years with the u.s. Bureau of Reclamation,
where he was involved in the design, construction and testing of numerous
large hydroelectric generating plants, pumping plants and a high voltage
gas-pressure cable transmission circuit. He was also employed in industry
for 14 years, where he was involved in design, installation and testing of
ground support power facilities for missile launch systems and was respon-
sible for the preparation and administration of contracts for the Titan I
missile launch system.
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WINFRED T. CORNWELL
B.S. in Mechanical Engineering
University of Kentucky
Since joining R. W. Beck and Associates in 1977, Mr. Cornwell has been
engaged in the mechanical aspects of hydroelectric and other water resource
projects, His work assignments have included the mechanical design speci-
fications for fish fingerling facilities, the writing of turbine and governor
specifications, preparation of cost estimates for hydroelectric equipment and
layouts and preliminary configurations of low head power houses. He has also
been involved in field investigations of sites for proposed hydroelectric proj-
ects.
Mr. Cornwell's prior experience was with the Tennessee Valley Authority
where he was involved in design, procurement, inspections and maintenance
of locks, flood control gates and discharge valves. Responsibilities included
the design of tainter gates and hoists, checking design of spillway stoplogs,
communication with vendors and field personnel regarding procurement and
installation of spillway gate machinery, inspecting and determining main-
tenance requirements for intake gates and writing TVA's design guide for
segmental lock valves.
His experience also includes the design, procurement, and maintenance of
gantry cranes, underhung cranes and traction elevators,
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ALAN G. DASHEN
R. S. and M.S. in Civil Engineering
University of California, Berkeley
M.B.A., Stanford University
Registered Professional Engineer
Since joining R. W. Beck and Associates, Mr. Dashen has been involved with
long-range power supply studies, the review and analysis of power sales
agreements, and load forecasting. He has participated in the preparation of
feasibility reports in connection with the issuance of electric revenue bonds
to finance the acquisition and construction of large generating projects and
utility systems. Additional experience includes evaluating the economics
related to coal and nuclear power plants, participation in feasibility studies
for hydroelectric projects, and evaluation of electric utility rates.
Prior to joining R. W. Beck and Associates, Mr. Dashen had been engaged in
financial management in private industry working on financial planning and as
project manager for the planning and design of a large manufacturing facility.
He also worked as a consulting engineer on feasibility studies and design of
water-related projects for various cities and public agencies,
Mr. Dashen spent four years in the U.S. Naval Nuclear Power Program as
instructor and administrator in one of the Program's theoretical schools.
He served two years as an academic division head and senior division officer
responsible for the content and teaching of two technical courses involving
reactor theory and nuclear power plant ope rations.
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RICHARD S. FLEMING
B.A. in Zoology
University of Washington
M.S. in Biological Sciences
University of Alaska
Ph.D. in Zoology
University of Washington
Dr. Fleming has over fifteen years of experience in the environmental field
with emphasis in terrestrial ecology. Since joining R. w. Beck and Associ-
ates in 1979, he has been lead analyst in numerous environmental studies
throughout the United States. Dr. Fleming has also coordinated exhibits for
licensing of hydroelectric projects with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commis-
sion (FERC), including recreation, aesthetic and historic, and environmental
exhibits. Projects he has participated in include Sultan River Hydroelectric
Project and Cowlitz Falls Hydroelectric Project in Washington and Village
Bend Pumped Storage Project in Texas.
Prior to joining the Firm, he has conducted studies of plant and animal com-
munities in Alaska and worked extensively in the analysis of plant and animal
communities in the Pacific Northwest, the tropical lowlands of Costa Rica,
and the mountain regions of South America.
Dr. Fleming has participated in multidisciplinary studies of technology deliv-
ery systems, including water and energy resource systems. While employed at
the Institute for Environmental Studies at a major university, he helped de-
fine and develop the multidisciplinary program of the Institute and taught
many of its initial courses. He was the principal investigator in the prepa-
ration of the study which forms the natural history base for a new waterfront
open-space park and continues to assist in its development.
Dr. Fleming's research interests include the analysis of plant and animal
communities at high latitude and high altitude, the impact of human activity
upon natural communities, and resource partitioning within plant and animal
2 communities.
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SPECIAL CONSULTANTS
Alan L. O'Neill
VIce President
Education
B.A., Geological Sciences, University of California at
Berkeley, 1951
Graduate Studies at University of California at Berkeley
Registrations
Certified Engineering Geologist, State of California
Registered Geologist, State of California
Registered Geologist and Engineering Geologist, State of
Oregon
Memberships
Earthquake Engineering Research Institute
Association of Engineering Geologists
U.S. Committee on Large Dams
Geological Society of America
Society of American Military Engineers
Publications
Please see Selected Technical Pub I ications List.
Experience
CONVERSE WARD DAVIS DIXON (since 1977)
As Vice President, serves as consultant and project man-
ager in all phases of the firm's geotechnical practice. Proj-
ect Manager for investigations of several hydroelectric proj-
ects in Alaska, Arizona, Colorado, Washington, and Texas.
Consultant to State of California on safety review of
Auburn Dam. Member of National Research Council Com-
mittee on the Safety of Dams (1977-1978). and San Fran-
cisco Bay Conservation and Development Commission
Engineering Criteria Review Board .
U.S. ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS
SOUTH PACIFIC DIVISION (1968 to 1977)
As Chief of the Geology, Soils and Materials Branch,
was responsible for the review and approval of all design
and construction work involving geology, soils and
materials for three district offices covering seven western
states. Civil works and military projects included dams,
power plants, channels, buildings, pavements, aircraft
runways, waste water disposal, water supply and ground
water investigations.
As Division Geologist, consulted on and reviewed all
engineering geology studies conducted within the three
district offices for both civil works and military projects.
PRIVATE CONSULTANT (periodic-1963 to 1977)
Consulted on hydroelectric and other heavy construction
projects in Alaska, California, Colorado, North Carolina,
Washington and Colombia, S.A.
Served as advisor to attorneys and as expert witness on
project operation and construction related litigations.
DEPARTMENT OF WATER RESOURCES
STATE OF CALIFORNIA (1951 to 1968)
As Chief, Project Geology Branch of the Division of
Design and Construction, was responsible for all engineer-
ing geology studies, physical exploration and associated
inspections for most features of the California Water
Project. Served as technical consultant in areas of
specifications and construction of surface and underground
excavation, control of underground openings and founda-
tion grouting. Member of Department's Internal Consult-
ing Board for California North Coast Water Development
plans.
As Project Geologist, Oroville Division, was responsible
for all geologic investigations and studies for design and
construction of Oroville Dam and underground powerplant.
Conducted exploration and provided technical construction
advice for railroads, tunnels, bridges and highways.
Converse Ward Davis Dixon
William S. Bliton
Senior Geologist
Education
B.S., Geology, University of Washington, 1962
Registrations
Certified Engineering Geologist, State of California
Registered Geologist, State of California
Registered Geophysicist, State of California
Memberships
Association of Engineering Geologists
Seismological Society of America
Northwest Mining Association
Experience
CONVERSE WARD DAVIS DIXON (since 1974)
As Senior Engineering Geologist/Geophysicist, is respon-
sible for geologic and geophysical investigations, interpreta-
tions and coordination of field investigations. Projects
have included geological and geophysical investigations of
the following proposed hydroelectric projects: the Hawks
Mountain Dam sites in V ermont, several projects in
Southeast Alaska, and the Village Bend Pumped Storage
and Inspiration Dam site in Texas. Additional geophysi ca l
studies include the proposed Sloan Bridge and Moiese
Dam sites, Flathead River, Montana; expansion of the
existing facilities of Chief Joseph Dam in Washington and
the proposed Goose Flats Pump Storage Project, Omak Lake,
Washington . Other projects included geolog ic and geo-
physical investigations in Bellingham Bay, Washington,and
numerous reservoir, pipeline and offshore developments in
the Pacific Northwest.
DAMES AND MOORE (1966 to 1974)
Project Engineering Geologist/Geophysicist . Geologic work
included fi eld studies for high wall slope stability for Jim
Bridger and Highland Uranium mines and the Lake DeSmet
project i n Wyoming, and site investigations for many projects
ranging from small subdivisions to major industrial develop-
ments. Over-water geophysical investigations have inc I uded
subbottom and bathymetry surveys for several offshore
projects including the Atlantic Generating Station site off
the New Jersey coast, and service as client representative
and technica l advisor on a three-month cruise evaluating
bottom conditions at sel ected locations in Indonesia.
On-land geophysical work included many seismic surveys
in the Pacific Northwest and Alaska, and investigations for
twelve nuclear power plant sites in the midwestern and
eastern United States.
GEO-RECON, INC. (1963 to 1966)
Engin eer ing Geologist/Geophysicist responsible for investiga-
tions pertaining to engineering projects includ ing dam sites,
tunnels, bridge abutments, highway design, borrow and
quarry surveys. Worked on many geophysical surveys in
the Pacific Northwest and Canada. Part ic ipated in the
geophysical investigation of several dam sites on the Nelson
River in the northern portion of the Province of Manitoba,
Ca nada.
SHANNON AND WILSON, INC. (1962 to 1963)
Enginee r ing Geologist involved with site investigation studies
for underground missile systems .
Converse Ward Davis Dixon
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DAMES 8 MOORE
EDUCATION:
EXPERTISE:
EXPERIENCE
WITH FIRM:
JAMES E. HEMMING
Senior Biologist
1965-67 University of Montana, M.S., zoology
1958-61 University of Montana, B.S., wildlife technology
Caribou biology, commercial fishery evaluation, subsistence
survey, avian zoogeography and ecology, wildlife management,
aquatic and terrestrial habitat classification and inventory,
remote sensing and aerial photography, age determination
in mamma 1 s, en vi ronmenta 1 survei 11 ance, and management of
interdisciplinary projects.
Manager, Alaska Operations with special emphasis on
biological services.
Served as Project Manager for biological baseline studies
and directed the preparation of related portions of the
EIS for the proposed Alaska Petrochemical Company refinery
in Valdez, Alaska.
Conducted ornithological investigations and studies of
plant communities in Port Valdez, Alaska.
Developed an implementation plan for technological and
economic feasibility analysis of the emerging groundfish
fishery off Alaska.
Provided a biological evaluation of a major Bering Sea fishery
and identified the impacts of that fishery on subsistence
fishermen of the Arctic/Yukon/Kuskokwim area.
Contributing author to several major reports to the Bureau of
Land Management, Anchorage, that describe the potential
influence of petroleum exploration and development in the
outer continental shelf areas of the Bering and Beaufort Sea,
on fish and wildlife resources and subsistence users.
PRIOR EXPERIENCE:
1974 -1977
1971 -1974
1967 -1971
1963 -1965
1961 -1963
1959 -1961
PROFESSIONAL
ASSOCIATIONS:
HONORS:
Joint State/Federal Fish and Wildlife Advisory Team.
Federal coordinator and co-chairman of the interagency
team. As the senior Department of Interior representative,
directed a team of 32 professional biologists who were
responsible for environmental monitoring and design review
on the trans-Alaska crude oil pipeline.
Bureau of Land Management, Division of Pipeline. Staff
Biologist. Provided technical leadership and staff coordina-
tion related to protection of fish and wildlife resources
along the trans-Alaska pipeline. Identified and evaluated
fish and wildlife stocks and their habitat between Valdez Arm
and Prudhoe Bay, Alaska.
Alaska Department of Fish and Game. Research leader for
statewide caribou studies. Conducted research on various
phases of caribou biology and developed cooperative research
programs with other agencies in the United States and Canada.
Arctic Health Research Center. Served as research biologist
in the Zoonotic Disease Section investigating animal-borne
diseases and the zoogeography of Alaska birds.
Atomic Energy Commission. Consultant biologist on Project
Chariot. Prepared scientific reports describing ornithological
studies at Cape Thompson in northwestern Alaska.
Montana State Forestry Department. Served as a remote sensing
specialist. Delineated forest types and classified forest age
structures from black and white aerial photo imagery for all
private and state lands in western Montana.
The Wildlife Society, Pacific Northwest Bird and Mammal Society,
The American Ornithologists' Union, The Cooper Society, American
Fisheries Society, Arctic Institute of North America
1974-75 President Northwest Section of the Wildlife Society
1974 Selected as exchange scientist to study ecosystems of
northern Siberia
1971-73 Chairman, Wildlife Section of the Alaska Interagency
Fish and Wildlife Team.
PUBLICATIONS:
Hemming, J.E. and D.E. Erikson, 1979. The birds of Port Valdez. By
Dames & Moore for Alaska Petrochemical Company. 31 pp.
Hemming, J.E. and D.E. Erikson, 1979. Plant communities of eastern
Port Valdez. By Dames & Moore for Alaska Petrochemical Company.
15 pp.
Hemming, J.E. and D.E. Erikson, 1979. The birds of Island Flats area,
Valdez, Alaska. By Dames & Moore for the City of Valdez. 26 pp.
Hemming, J.E., G.S. Harrison, and S.R. Braund, 1978. The social and
economic impacts of a commercial herring fishery on the coastal
villages of the Arctic/Yukon/Kuskowim area. By Dames & Moore for
the North Pacific Fishery Management Council. 186 pp.
Hemming, J. E., J. Houghton, and J. W. Morsell, 1978. Field validation
of fish streams between the Canadian border and Delta Junction,
Alaska. By Dames & Moore for Northwest Alaskan Pipeline Company.
15 pp.
Hemming, J. E. 1978. Special measures to protect fish and wildlife
during construction of the Trans-Alaska Oil Pipeline. pp. 103-108.
Proceedings 1977 BLM Surface Protection Symposium, Anchorage,
Alaska.
Klein, D. R. and Hemming, J. E., 1976. Resource development and related
environmental problems in Arctic Alaska --Impact on fish and wild-
life. p. 15-23. In Proceedings XXIII International Geographical
Congress, Moscow, ~S.S.R.
Hemming, J. E. and Morehouse, K. A., 1976. Wildlife Atlas: Trans-
Alaska Oil Pipeline, Valdez to Prudhoe Bay. Joint State/Federal
Fish and Wildlife Advisory Team Special Report Number 3, Anchorage,
Alaska. 30 pp.
Hemming, J. E., 1975. Alaskan problems and prospects. p. 11-14. In
Proceedings First International Reindeer and Caribou Symposium--,
Fairbanks, Alaska. 551 pp.
Hemming, J. E., 1975. Population and movement patterns of the Nelchina
caribou herd. pp. 162-169. In Proceedings First International
Reindeer and Caribou Symposiu~ Fairbanks, Alaska. 551 pp.
Hemming, J. E., 1974. Accelerated development and wildlife in northern
Alaska. pp. 38-42. In Man's impact on arctic and subarctic en-
vironments. Arctic Institute of North America in coop. with
American Institute of Biological Sciences. 63 pp.
Hemming, J. E., 1971. Distribution and movement patterns of caribou in
Alaska. Alaska Department of Fish and Game. Game Technical
Bulletin Number 1. 60 pp.
Hemming, J. E., 1970. The caribou in Alaska. Alaska Department of Fish
and Game, Wildlife Notebook Series. 2 pp.
Hemming, J. E. and Pegau, R. E., 1970. Caribou report. Alaska Depart-
ment of Fish and Game, Fed. Aid in Wildl. Restoration, W-17-1, W-
17-2, Juneau, Alaska. 42 pp.
Hemming, J. E. and Glenn, L. P., 1969. Caribou project annual segment
report. Alaska Department of Fish and Game, Fed. Aid in Wildl.
Restoration, W-15-R-3, W-17-1, Juneau, Alaska. 37 pp.
Hemming, J. E., 1969. Cemental deposition, tooth succession and horn
development as criteria of age in Dall sheep. J. Wildl. Mgmt.,
33(3):552-558.
Hemming, J. E., Glenn, L. P., 1968. Caribou project annual segment
report. Alaska Department of Fish and Game, Fed. Aid in Wildl.
Restoration, W-17-1, Juneau, Alaska. 41 pp.
Hemming, J. E., 1968. Copulatory behavior of the red-necked grebe on
open water. The Wilson Bull., 80(3):326-327.
Hemming, J. E., 1967. Mandibular dentition and horn development as
criteria of age in the Dall Sheep, Ovis dalli Nelson. M.S. Thesis.
University of Montana, Missoula. 42 pp.
Hemming, J. E., 1966. Notes on the status of some birds in south-
central Alaska. The Condor, 68(2):163-166.
Hemming, J. E., 1965. Unusual occurrences of birds in northern Alaska.
The Murrelet, 46(1):6.
Hemming, J. E., 1963. Winter record of the rusty blackbird near Anchorage,
Alaska. Bull. Alaska Ornithological Society, 3:6.
DAMES 8 MOORE
JOHN W. MORSELL
Ecologist
EDUCATION/TRAINING:
1971-73 University of Montana; graduate study, emphasis on mammalian
ecology and behavior, wildlife biology, and statistics.
1966-68 University of Wisconsin -Milwaukee; M.S. zoology, emphasis on
limnology and fishery biology.
1962-66 University of Wisconsin; B.S. zoology
AREAS OF EXPERTISE:
Ecology of northern regions, aquatic biology, assessment and mitigation
of biological impacts, oil spill contingency planning.
PROFESSIONAL AND PROJECT EXPERIENCE:
1978 -
present
Dames & Moore, Anchorage -Project Biologist. Acts as project
manager and/or provides staff input to a variety of biological
or multi-disciplinary projects. Specific project experience
includes:
• project manager and field investigator for a detailed
program of environmental baseline collection and impact
assessment relating to the City of Valdez port expansion
project
• principal investigator for three biological baseline
studies relating to proposed refinery development in
Valdez: 1) analysis of freshwater aquatic habitats,
2) estuarine dispersion of salmon fry, 3) mammals
within the project area
• project manager and field investigator for a study of
fish streams along the route of the proposed Alcan gas
pipeline
• environmental input to studi es concern ed with the socio-
economic impact of outer continental shelf petroleum
development in the Gulf of Alaska
1974-78
1971-73
1972
(summer)
1968-71
1966-68
1965
(summer)
AWARDS:
• project manager and principal investigator for a series
of environmental assessments relating to applications
for permits to alter waterways, coastal areas, and wetlands
Alyeska Pipeline Service Company-Environmental Specialist.
Wide variety of environmental responsibilities including
impact assessment and reporting, environmental engineering,
environmental quality assurance, oil spill contingency planning,
administration of contingency programs, and personnel training.
Conducted numerous field surveys concerned with the delineation
of biological resources within aquatic and terrestrial habitats.
Investigated reports of problem animals and conducted animal
deterrent programs.
University of Montana -teaching assistant.
University of Montana -research assistant. Conducted a study
of small mammal distribution and energetics. Funded by the
Coniferous Forest Ecosystem Study Group of the International
Biological Program.
Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources. Fishery research
biologist. Responsible for planning and executing applied
sport fishery research projects. Major research effort in-
volved a study of the factors affecting year-class strength in
warm water fish populations. Conducted routine limnological
sampling of five study lakes, including chemical and physical
parameters. Partial responsibility for the management of a
field research station.
University of Wisconsin -Milwaukee -teaching assistant.
University of Wisconsin Laboratory of Limnology. Assisted
on various aquatic research projects, particularly in relation
to telemetry of fish movements.
Fellowship from Center for Great Lake Studies, University of Wisconsin,
Milwaukee -1966-1968.
MEMBERSHIPS:
Ecological Society of America
American Fisheries Society
PUBLICATIONS AND MAJOR REPORTS:
1979 Environmental assessment -City of Valdez port expansion
project (with J. Hemming, G. Harrison, D. Lees, W. Wade,
D. Jones and C. Fahl), by Dames & Moore for City of Valdez.
1979 The mammals of Port Valdez. By Dames & Moore for Alaska
Petrochemical Company.
1979 Freshwater aquatic habitats of the Valdez area. By Dames &
Moore for Alaska Petrochemical Company.
1979 Salmon fry dispersion in eastern Port Valdez (with George
Perkins). By Dames & Moore for Alaska Petrochemical Company.
1978 Field validation of fish streams between the Canadian border
and Delta Junction (with James Hemming and Jonathan Houghton).
By Dames & Moore for Northwest Alaskan Pipeline Company.
1971 Walleye fry-plankton relationship in Escanaba Lake. Wisconsin
Department of Natural Resources, Federal Aid Progress Report.
1970 Food habits and growth of young-of-the-year walleyes from
Escanaba Lake. Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources,
Research Report #56.
1968 Food habits and seasonal fat condition of the alewife, Alosa
Pseudoharengus, in Lake Michigan. M.S. thesis, University of
Wisconsin -Milwaukee.
1968 Food habits of the alewife in Lake Michigan (with Carroll R.
Norden). Proceedings of the Eleventh Conference on Great Lakes
Research, 1968.
DAMES 8 MOORE
PETER T. HANLEY
Project Management and Earth Science
EDUCATION
1968 B.Sc. (Hans.) Geography/Geology, University of London, England
1972 M.A. Geography, University of Ottawa, Canada
SPECIALIZATIONS
Management of Multidisciplinary projects, Aerial Photo Interpretation,
Arctic Geomorphology, and Glacial Geology.
PROFESSIONAL AND PROJECT EXPERIENCE
Dames & Moore, Anchorage, Alaska. Associate Project Manager.
1978 Project Manager air quality/meteorology monitoring program,
Valdez, Alaska.
1977 Principal Investigator on pipeline· route evaluation Susitna
Valley and Kenai Peninsula mapping surficial geology and
geologic hazards.
1976 Project Manager in charge of multidisciplinary studies for
present Dames & Moore•s input into Bureau of Land Management Alaskan
OCS Socioeconomic Studies Program including petroleum develop-
ment evaluations of OCS lease sale areas.
Contributing author to several major reports on OCS petroleum
development and related impacts for the Alaska Socioeconomic
Studies Program.
1975 Project Manager and Principal Investigator in charge of multi-
disciplinary studies on Alaskan Capital Site Selection Study.
Conducted air photo interpretation of surficial geology and
geomorphology of Susitna Valley and candidate capital sites.
1974 Principal Investigator on pipeline route selection and site
evaluation study for LNG project in upper Cook Inlet. Mapped
surficial geology along the western side of Cook Inlet.
Principal Investigator on ecology and Soils Study for Arizona
Station Transmission Lines for Salt River Project, Arizona.
Conducted air photo mapping of soils, landforms and geologic
hazards.
Government of Alberta, Canada, Land Use Planner
1973 Duties involved multidisciplinary evaluations (earth science
emphasis with respect to land use capabilities. The studies
emphasized air photo interpretation and field investigations.
Responsibilities involved the planning and execution of field
programs and the production of land use reports.
Geological Survey of Canada, Geomorphologist
1972-73 Geomorphologist mapping surficial geology and geomorphology.
Conducted field mapping in Mackenzie Valley and Yukon Territory.
Refined terrain classification mapping system.
PUBLICATIONS
Hanley, P.T., 1972. The surficial geology and river terraces of Allumette
Island and adjacent parts of Ontario and Quebec. University of
Ottawa, unpublished M.A. thesis.
Hanley, P.T. et al ., 1973. Surficial geology of Fort Norman 96C, Carcajou
Canyon 96D (part), Normal Wells 96E (part), Sans Sault Rapids 106H,
District of Mackenzie, N.W.T. (preliminary drafts). Geological
Survey of Canada Open File 155.
Hughes, O.L., J.J. Veilette, J. Pilon, and P.T. Hanley, 1973. Terrain
evaluation with repsect to pipeline construction, Mackenzie transpor-
tation corridor, central part, lat. 65° to 68°N. Environmental
Social Committee Northern Pipelines, Task Force on Northern Develop-
ment, Report No. 73-37.
French, H.M. and P.T. Hanley, 1975. Post-Champlain Sea drainage evolution
near Pembroke, upper Ottawa Valley. Canadian Geographer, Vol. 19,
2, pp. 149-158.
Hanley, P.T. and H.M. French, 1979.
Pembroke, Upper Ottawa Valley.
(in press).
Late Glacial and Marine Events Near
Geographic Physique et Quatenaire
Wade, W.W. and P.T. Hanley, 1979. Petroleum Resource Economics of the
Gulf of Alaska. Paper presented to the 1979 Alaska Geological
Society Symposium, Anchorage, Alaska, April 23-25, 1979.
Wade, W.W. and P.T. Hanley, 1979. Gulf of Alaska development hinges
on giant reserves. Oil and Gas Journal, Vol. 77, No. 38, September
17, p. 111-115.
RESEARCH REPORTS
"Northern Gulf of Alaska Petroleum Development Scenarios", Alaska OCS
Socioeconomic Studies Program Technical Report No. 29, prepared for
the Bureau of Land Management, Alaska OCS Office, (Dames & Moore,
1979).
"Western Gulf of Alaska (Kodiak) Petroleum Development Scenarios", Alaska
OCS Socioeconomic Studies Program Technical Report No. 35, prepared
for the Bureau of Land Management, Alaska OCS Office, (Dames &
Moore, 1979) .
"Beaufort Sea Petroleum Development Scenarios for the State-Federal and
Federal Outer Continental Shelf 11
, Alaska OCS Socioeconomic Studies
Program, Technical Report No. 6, prepared for the Bureau of Land
Management, Alaska OCS Office, (Dames & Moore, 1978).
11 Beaufort Sea Region Natural Physical Baseline", Alaska OCS Socioeconomic
Studies Program Technical Report No. 10, prepared for the Bureau of
Land Management, Alaska OCS Office, (Dames & Moore, 1978).
"Detailed Environmental Analysis Concerning a Proposed Liquefied Natural
Gas Project 11
, report prepared for Pacific Alaska LNG Company,
(Dames & Moore, 1974).
II -Cook Inlet Basin Pipelines Supplement", report prepared --=-----=-for Pacific Alaska LNG Company, (Dames & Moore, 1977).
''Environmental Impact Assessment Natural Factors Analysis, Proposed
North-South Runway Extension, Anchorage International Airport,
Anchorage, Alaska 11
, report prepared for State of Alaska, Department
of Public Works, Division of Aviation, {Dames & Moore, 1975).
"Environmental Assessment of the Exploration, Development, and Produc-
tion of Naval Petroleum Reserve No. 4", prepared for the Federal
Energy Administration (Resource Planning Associates, Inc., LaRue,
Moore & Schafer, and Dames & Moore, 1976).
"Environmental Baseline Studies Proposed Coal Mining Operations, Cook
Inlet, Alaska", prepared for Placer Amex, Inc. and Starkey A.
Wilson (Dames & Moore, 1977).
"Northern Tier Pipeline Company Site Evaluation Supplement Number 2
(Environmental Assessment)'', report prepared for Northern Tier
Pipeline Co., {Dames & Moore et al., 1976).
"Preliminary Geotechnical Investigation Proposed Gas Pipeline Little
Susitna River at Nikiski, Alaska 11
, report prepared for Southern
California Gas Company, (Dames & Moore, 1974).
11 Bio-physical analysis and evaluation of capability, Ft. McMurray-
Gregoire Lake area, Alberta 11
, report prepared for the Land Use
Assignment Committee, September, 1973.
11 Bio-physical analysis and evaluation of capability, Kakwa Falls area,
Alberta 11
• Report prepared for the Land Use Assignment Committee,
November, 1973.
''The Distribution of Landslides in the Ottawa Valley", report prepared
for the Terrain Sciences Division, Geological Survey of Canada,
1972.
MEMBERSHIPS
Alaska Geological Society (Chairman 1979 AGS Symposium)
DAMES 8 MOORE
Education:
Experience:
1973 to Present
1971 -73
1972
JOHN E. LOBDELL
Anthropology
'(Special Consultant to Dames & Moore)
Ph.D. Anthropology, University of Tennessee
M.A. Anthropology, University of Wyoming
B.A. History and Anthropology, University of New Mexico
Instructor in Anthropology/Sociology: instructed
introductory courses in Anthropology and Sociology,
Archaeology, Archaeological Field School, Race
Relations, Physical and Cultural Anthropology. Also
participated in department program/curriculum development,
community services, and one of four planners for the first,
third, and fifth Alaska Anthropology Association Conferences.
A member of the Committee on Ethnic and Native Studies and
the Advisory Committee to the University of Alaska Assembly
for Promotion and Merit Pay Increases, University Assembly
Delegate, Special Services Advisory Board Faculty Advisor,
Statewide Anthropology Curriculum Committee. Anchorage
Community College, University of Alaska.
Teaching Assistant to Professors DeMallie, Frison,
Gill and Uhlman. University of Wyoming.
Practicum in College Teaching. University of Wyoming.
Fie l<.h·7ork & Contracts:
1978
1977
1976
1975
1974
1972
Su.-11mer. Archaeolo~ri.cal Survey of building site in
Nulato, Alaska. (fo;~ n .. A. Vranckae:r.t Co .. )
Summer. Co-direclo:r. of: Anchorage Comtmmi ty College/
University of Alaska 1\rchaeological Field School.
(with Dr. Hillia.'Tl B. ~:orl-'Jnan), SEL 041, Yukon Islund
(Pacific Eskimo occupation) , Hmner, Alaska~
Fall. Archaeological Survey of the Proposed Power
Transmission System, Valdez to Glennallen, Alaska.
· (for Copper Valley Electric Association)
Sli"~er. Co-director of Anchorage Community Col.lege/
University of Alaska Archaeological Field School.
(with Dr. Willia111 B. \'lorkman), SEL 033, Chugachik Is-
. land (Kachemak midden site}, Homer, Alaska. .National
Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) Grant EH-24525-76-
547.
StliTrrner. Foreman, Ringling Site (Late Prehistoric
Atna), Gulkana, Alaska. (for Alyeska Trans-Alaska
Pipeline Corporation)
Surnmer. Archaeological Survey of northern and central.
Prince Hilliam Sound, Aluska. (for Ct"Igach llational
Forest. USDA)
Surru11er. Archaeological Survey of Cohen and Ileske th
Islands (Kachemak Bay), Alaska.
Fall. ll.rchaeological Sur.vey of HedHooc.l Day, l;laska.
(for Chugach National Forest, USDA)
Surr.:mer. Foreman, Archaeological salvage operations
and survey archaeologist, Gulkana, Alaska~. (for
Alyeska Trans-Alaska Pipeline Corporation)
Fall. Aided in organization, planning anc1 e.v.cavation
of Halerial Site 23-0 (Late Prehistoric Atna}, Gulkv.na,
Alaska. (for Alyeska Trans-l\laska Pipeline Co:~:por-<1tion)
Sur;:rrner. Co-director of Alaska l-lethodis·t University
Archaeological Field School (;,·;i th Dr. Hillii.:!Ill B. Work-
pan), SEL 30, Cottonwood Creek (Late Kachema< midden
site), Homer, Alaska. Otto Geist Fund recipient.
FalL Ethnographic field trips to Pine Ridge. Cheyenne
River, and Houndc~cl Knee, South Dakota and Hind River,
Hyoming.
Sur:lrner. Regional archaeologicc:tl cxcav<ttions in one
historic and six prehistoric sites. :(for the State
of Hyoming, D::;pt. of Recreation; State l\rchat!ologist)
1972
1970
1967
Publications:
1973
1974 a
1974 b
1974 c
1975 a
1975 b
(to appear)
(to appear)
Spring. Arc·haeolo~ricD.l exc<wations at the Scoggin
and \·H.llow Springs sites, vlyoming.
Spring. Archaeological excavat::i.ons at 'fame, Ne\·l
Hexico, under the direction of Dr. Frank C. Hibben,
Professor of Anthropology and Curator of the Hax:well
Nuseum of Anthro_i)ology, Uni ve rsi t:::.r of Nev1 Bexico.
Sumner. Field Assistant {GS-4), U.S~ Geological
Survey, Rocky Honntain Di visioni prelirninary minera-
logy resources evaluation of the Mission .Nountains
Primitive Area, Montana. Participated in sample col-
. lection and analysis, mapping, logistic support acti-
vities.
The Scoggin Site: An Early Hiddle Period Bison Kill.
The Hymning Archaeoloqist. Vol. XVI, Nos. 3 and 4.
The Origin of Syphilis, (\vith Douglas Oi..;sley). The
Journal of Sex Research. Vol. X, No. 1.
The Scoggin Site: A St:.udy of HcKean Typology. Plains
Anthropologist. Vol. XIX, No. 65.
The Combined Use of Varied Geologic Features for Bison
Procurement: An Early Hiddle Period Example from South-
Central \•7yoming. Applied Geology and Archaeology: The
Holocene History of t·7yoming. Hichael \'lilson~ ed. Geo-
logical Survey of Hyoming, Report of Investigations,
No. 10.
Considerations on Ritual Subincision Practices. The
Journal of Sex Research. VoL XI, No. 1.
Cottonwood Creek; Report of 1974 Archaeol_ogical Fj,eld-
'-'lOrk. Universitv of Alaska Huseum Netvsletter.
'I'he Occurrence of a Rare Cancer in a Prehistoric Eski~no
Skeleton from Kachemak l3a.y, Cook Inlet, Alaska. Na-
Nuseum of Nan Archaeological
Survey of Canada.
Late Prehistoric Atna Seasonal Nutrition: An Explora...,.-
tory Paradiam. Ant.hropological Papers of the University
of Alaska.
Papers DC'livered at Professional Hcetings:
1972
1974
Thirtieth Plains Conference,
Lincoln, Nebraska.
Typological vs. Analytical Classifications: A Study of
NcKean Projectile Points. THenty-Seventh North>..;est
Anthropological Conference, Corvallis, Oregon.
1975
1977
1978
1979
1979
Other:
1973
1974
1975 a
1975 b
1976 <.1
1976 b
1976 c
1977
Cottomvood Creek: _ _!:__}.atE; Kachcm:3-k Oc<::__LJ]2_at'~on in ~)outh
Central Alaska. Second Alaskan Anthropological As~.;ocia
tion Conference, Fairbanks, Alaska.
The Occurrence of a Rare Cancer in a
ton from Kachemak Cook Inlet Alaska.
North,.,est Anthropological Confet~ence,
Columbia.
The Osteology of the Kachemu..\: Eskimo. Fifth Alaska
Anthropological Association Conference, Anchorage,
Alaska.
Recent Research in Kachemak Alaska.
(>.,ith i·lilliarn ~·Jorkman and Karen Hood Forty-
Fourth Society for American Archaeology_Conference.
Vancouver, British Columbia.
The Yl.L\:on A New Na.11i-
of Late (-i·li th Hilliarn.
Workman) Sixth Alaska ~nthropological Association Con-
ference, Fairbanks, Alaska.
The Scoggin Site: An Early Hiddle Period Bison Kill,
H.A. Thesis, University of i·lyoming.
Faunal Identification, Material Site 23-0 {for Gerald
Clark, Alyeska Trans-Alaska Pipeline Corporation)
Faunal Identification, Ringling Site (for William \'lark-
man, Alyeska Trans-Alaska Pipeline Corporation) •
An Archaeological Survey of Rech;ood Bay, Ala'ska (Re-
port to USFS).
An Archaeological P-:-:Jconnaissctnce of Cohen und Hesketh
Islands and :",djacent Regions of Kachemak Bay,. Alaska.
(Report to the State of Alaska, Division of Parks,
office of History and Archaeology).
Faunal Analysis of GUL 077 (in final report to Alyeska
•rrans-Alaska Pipeline Corporation).
An Archaeological Reconnaissance of Selected Areas of
Northern and Central Prince Hilliam Sound, Alaska (Re-
port to USFS) .
Kenai -Susi tina. Basin Pipeline: He port of Knmm Cul-
tural Resources (Report to D<:m.-::s and Hoare Consulting
Engineers).
1978 a
1978 b
1978 c
Professional Associations:
An l\.rchaeological Assessment of lhe L;:md t:o br~ Im--
pacted by the Conslruction of the Nulato Coromunity
Health Center. (Report to R. A. Vranckaert Cmr~'>any) .
Skeletal Remains from the Hoose River Site (KEN-04 3)
Alaska. (Report ·to tJ1e State of Alaska 1 Divisions
of Parks, office of Ilistory <md i\rchaeology) _
South-Central Alask<m Student Archaeological Field
Work Experience: Final P.eport, Natior:.al Enclmo~rnent
for the Humanities (NEH) Grant, EH-24525-76-547~
Society for American Archaeolosry
American Association of Physical Anthropologists
Alaska Anthropology Association (Founding Nember)
Archaeology Advocacy Committee
Arctic Institute of North America (Charter Hember,
Anchorage)
Society of Professional Archaeologists -certified
for Field Hork and Teaching
L.S.B. Leakey Foundation
DAMES 8 MOORE
EDUCATION:
LAURENCE A. PETERSON
Water Quality
(Special Consultant to Dames & Moore)
1966 B.S., Biology, Pacific Lutheran University
1973 M.S., Environmental Health Science, University of Alaska
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:
1979 L. A. Peterson & Associates
• Consultant to State of Alaska on the preparation of a
synthesis of water and gravel availability data on
Alaska•s North Slope.
• Consultant to Northern Technical Services on an investi-
gation of potential toxic water and vapor conditions during
a petroleum product containment and cleanup operation for
Arctic Oilfield Environmental Services, Inc.
• Consultant to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
assessing the impact of a buried pipeline in a streambed on
aquatic macrofnvertebrate organisms.
• Technical review of water quality and oceanography section
of request for proposals for Yanbu, Saudi Arabia Petro-
chemical complex for Dames & Moore.
1972-78 Dames & Moore
• Principal-in-Charge, laboratory support project for the
Alaska Department of Fish and Game, Fisheries Rehabilita-
tion, Enhancement and Development Division, analyzing
water samples, fish eggs and alevins for a wide variety of
trace elements and environmental parameters.
• Principal-in-Charge, subsurface soil condition and water
quality investigation of a water reservoir and conceptual
design of a water treatment plant and sludge disposal
facility at Prudhoe Bay for NANA Environmental Systems, Inc.
Designed investigation of potential subsurface contamination
of the water reservoir by leachate from a nearby sewage lagoon.
• Principal-in-Charge, laboratory support project for a
study of seafood processing wastewater discharges in Cordova
and Kenai, Alaska.
• Principal-in-Charge, biological and water quality analyses
for an Environmental Protection Agency project assessing
the impact of the trans-Alaska oil pipeline streambed
crossing the Chatanika River.
• Baseline and impact sections on water quality, hydrology,
and physical-chemical oceanography of environmental impact
statement for Trans-Mountain oil pipeline.
• Principal-in-Charge, water quality and fisheries investigation
of overwintering habitat in placer mine areas near Circle
and Ungalik, Alaska.
• Principal Investigator, "Water Quality Data at Selected
Active Placer Mines in Alaska." The objective of this
project was to document the effects of different types of
placer operations (including operations with and without
settling ponds) on the water quality of receiving streams.
• Environmental consulting to El Paso Alaska relative to
realignment of their proposed gas pipeline.
• Project Manager, 11 Application by Golden Valley Electric
Association, Inc., to the U.S. Environmental Protection
Agency for Section 316(a), Alternate Effluent Limitations
and Redefinition of the Mixing Zone."
•
•
Evaluation of a proposed system of silt catchment basins,
Kihei, Maui, Hawaii, consisting of predicting potential
eutrophication, evaporation, and siltation problems for
th~ee proposed lakes designed to trap surface water runoff.
Project Man.a9er for three jobs for Alyeska Pipeline Service
Company: (l) analysis of weekly sewage treatment plant
samples from 18 pipeline camps and analysis of surface
waters along the pipeline route including interpretation of
the data, (2) setup and maintenance of wastewater laboratory
at Valdez Terminal, and (3) analysis of water used for
hydrostatic testing of the pipeline, pump stations, and
storage tanks. Supervised the evaluation of winter water
availability and water withdrawal sites for hydrostatic
testing.
Project Manager, 11 Influence of Golden Valey Electric
Association, Inc., Thermal Discharge on Biota of the
Nenana River near Healy, Alaska: A Physical-Chemical
Evaluation. rr
1 Project Manager of a study to determine the variability
of biodegradation rates of pulp mill waste for Ketchikan
Pulp Company, Ketchikan, Alaska.
1 Baseline and impact sections on water quality and water
use for El Paso Natural Gas Company's (EPNG) proposed
trans-Alaska pipeline. One of two Dames & Moore employees
singled out as deserving of special praise for the quality
of the water section of the environmental report.
t Water quality considerations of site selection study along
the Texas gulf coast for an EPNG synthetic pipeline gas
(SPG) complex.
t Baseline and impact sections on surface water quality,
hydrology, and physical-chemical oceanography of
environmental impact statement (EIS) for EPNG SPG complex
located at Corpus Christi, Texas.
• Draft EIS for proposed water supply improvement facilities
at Ketchikan, Alaska.
t Laboratory analysis of the effects of bark leachate on
water quality for Grays Harbor, Washington.
1 Marine biology baseline of Cook Inlet, Alaska, and impact
sections for Southern California Gas Company EIS. Coordinated
terrestrial biology sections for same EIS.
t Project Manager, 11 Drilling Mud Disposal Methods for Prudhoe
Bay, Alaska Problem Definition and Conceptual Solutions.''
t Oil spill contingency plan --sections on areal sensitivity
of biota, oil pickup and cleanu~, and restoration for
Shell Canada operations in the Mackenzie Delta, NWT.
t Manager of water and wastewater laboratory; Project Manager
of various jobs requiring routine sampling and laboratory
analyses, including analyses for the Alaska Department of
Environmental Conservation.
1971-72 Hydro-North, Inc.
t Oil spill contingency plan study and design, Paxon-Summit
Lakes area, Alaska field work and report writing of water
quality and biota, laboratory study of oil-water mixing.
t Set up water and wastewater laboratory.
ACADEMIC EXPERIENCE:
1975 Lecturer in Environmental Quality Engineering Program,
University of Alaska.
PUBLICATIONS:
Peterson, L.A. and D. Nyquist, 1972. "Effects of Highway Bridge Construction
on a Subarctic Stream," The Northern Engineer. 4:2:18-20.
Peterson, L.A., 1973. "An Investigation of Selected Physical and Chemical
Characteristics of Two Subarctic Streams.'' M.S. Thesis, University
of Alaska. 185 pp.
Peterson, L.A., 1973. "Pollution Comes Naturally to Remote Alaska
Stream." Pacific Search. 7:8:16.
Peterson, L.A., and D.L. Ward, 1976. "Stream Water Quality and Benthos
Characteristics Subsequent to Placer Mining." In: Mining and
Water Quality Symposium Proceedings. University of Alaska.
Ward, D.L. and L.A. Peterson, 1976. "A Summary of Water Use Problems
Related to North Slope Petroleum Development." In: 27th Alaska
Science Proceedings. University of Alaska.
Peterson, L.A., 1978. "Pollution Characteristics in an Unpolluted
Subarctic Stream." The Northern Engineer. 10:1 pp. 15-17.
DAMES 8 MOORE
EDUCATION:
EXPERTISE:
EXPERIENCE
WITH FIRM:
DENNIS C. LEES
Senior Marine Biologist
1970-75 University of California at Riverside and
and San Diego State University. Joint doctoral program.
1971 San Diego State College, M.S., biology.
1961 University of California at Santa Barbara, B.A.,
zoology.
Marine biology and invertebrate zoology
Benthic studies for the City of Valdez and Alaska
Petrochemical Company in the intertidal and shallow
subtidal habitats in Port Valdez, Alaska.
Baseline and detailed ecological studies of nearshore
assemblages in southcentral Alaska for NOAA and Alaska
Department of Fish and Game involving diving, intertidal
samp 1 i ng and underwater te 1 evi s ion ·techn i q·ues. Examined
primary production of major macrophytes and secondary
production, trophic structure, and energy pathways of
several littoral assemblages in Alaska waters.
Project manager for extensive studies involving
assessment of undisturbed intertidal and nearshore
benthic communities.
Project manager for monitoring studies in the vicinity
of ocean outfalls for power generating stations and
waste disposal plants.
Assessment of the potential effects of harbor
modification.
PRIOR EXPERIENCE: 1971-1975: Vice-president and senior marine biologist,
Marine Biological Consultants, Inc., Costa Mesa, talif.
Consultant fn marine biology and ecology, invertebrate
zoology, with specia 1 i ty in systematics of the Hydroi da.
Supervised and conducted field studies invovling dive,
submersible, intertidal, trawl, and grab sampling activities
for statistical analysis and description of nearshore
benthic communities.
PROFESSIONAL
AFFILIATIONS:
EXPEDITIONS:
PUBLICATIONS:
1965-1968: Assistant resident biol~gist, University
of Southern California Marine Laboratory, Santa
Catalina Island, California.
American Association for the Advancement of Science
Ecological Society of America
Southern California Academy of Sciences
Pacific Reef Starfish Expedition, 1969. Censused
abundance and distribution of Acanthaster planci on
Tinian and Lamotrek.
Lees, D.C., 1968. The addition of the hydroid Cladocoryne floccosa to the
California marine fauna. Bull. So. Calif. Acad. Sci., 67(1):59-64.
Lees, D.C., 1968. Tagging subtidal echinoderms. Underwater Naturalist,
5{3):16-19.
Lees, D.C., 1970. The relationship between available food and movement in
the sea urchins, Strongylocentrotus franciscanus and~ purpuratus.
Master•s thesis, San Diego State College, 119 pp.
Lees, D.C. and G. Carter, 1972. The masking response to surge, sunlight,
and ultra-violet light in Lytechinus amamesus (Echinoidea). Ecology
53:1127-1133.
Lees, D.C., 1979. Interactions between benthic assemblages and substrate in
lower Cook Inlet, Alaska. Manuscropt for publication in a U.S. Geol.
Survey Professional Paper, 31 pp.
TECHNICAL REPORTS:
Author or co-author of fifteen technical reports dealing with the effects
of thermal outfalls in Southern California between 1972 and 1975.
Author or co-author of six technical reports dealing with the effects of
sewer outfalls in Southern California between 1972 and 1975.
Lees, D.C. and R.J. Rosenthal, 1975. An ecological assessment of the
littoral zone along the outer coast of the Kenai Peninsula. Progress
Report. Dames & Moore. Prepared for State of Alaska, Department
of Fish and Game. 45 pp., 13 appendices.
Lees, D.C., 1976. The epifaunal assemblages in the Phillips Petroleum
lease site of Spring Point, Chinitna Bay, Alaska. Final report.
Dames & Moore. Prepared for Phillips Petroleum Company. 42 pp.,
3 appendices.
Rosenthal, R.J. and D.C. Lees, 1976. Marine plant community study,
Kachemak Bay, Alaska. Dames & Moore. Prepared for the State of
Alaska, Department of Fish and Game. 288 pp.
Lees, D.C. and R.J. Rosenthal, 1977. An ecological assessment of the
littoral zone along the outer coast of the Kenai Peninsula. Final
report. Dames & Moore. Prepared for the State of Alaska,
Department of Fish and Game. 101 pp., 4 appendices.
Lees, D.C. and J.P. Houghton, 1977. Reconnaissance of the intertidal
and shallow subtidal biotic assemblages in Lower Cook Inlet. Final
report. Dames & Moore. Prepared for the U.S. Department of Interior,
Bureau of Land Management. 170 pp., 4 appendices.
Lees, D.C., 1978. Chapt.
fluid dispersion and
Inlet C.O.S.T. well.
Company. 309 pp.
5, pp. 129-169, Benthic Surveys. In Drilling
biological effects study for the lower Cook
Dames & Moore. Prepared for Atlantic Richfield
Lees, D.C., D. Erikson, W. Driskell and D. Boettcher, 1979. Intertidal
and shallow subtidal habitats of Port Valdez. Appendix II. In
City of Valdez Port Expansion Project Environmental Assessmen~
Dames & Moore. Prepared for City of Valdez. 43 pp., 8 appendices.
Lees, D.C., J.P. Houghton, W. Driskell, D. Erikson and D. Boettcher,
1979. Ecological studies of intertidal and shallow subtidal habitats
in Lower Cook Inlet. Annual report. Dames & Moore. Prepared for
NOAA -OCSEAP. 261 pp.
Houghton, J.P., R.P. Britch, R.C. Miller, D.C. Lees, A.K. Runchal and
C.P. Falls, 1980. 11 Drilling fluid dispersion and benthic effects
studies at the Lower Cook Inlet C.O.S.T. well.11 Proceedings
Symposium/Research on Environmental Fates and Effects of Drilling
Fluids and Cuttings. Lake Buena Vista, Florida, January 21-24,
1980. In press.
Houghton, J.P., D.C. Lees, A.K. Runchal and C.P. Falls. "Drilling fluid
dispersion and biological effects studies at the Lower Cook Inlet
C.O.S.T. well.11 Presented at the American Institute of Chemical
Engineers annual meeting, Boston, August 20-24, 1979.
DAMES 8 MOORE
EDUCATION:
EXPERTISE:
EXPERIENCE
WITH FIRM:
PRIOR
EXPERIENCE:
DAVID E. ERIKSON
Ornithologist/Field Biologist
1966-1967 University of Alaska, Fairbanks, Alaska
1967-1971 University ·of Nevada, Reno, B.S., wildlife biology
1971-1972 University of Nevada, Reno, M~S., biology
Avian biology and ecology, aerial and shipboard bird
surveys, avian habitat mapping, intertidal ecology,
fisheries biology ·
• Assistant field biologist on intertidal research
projects dealing with rocky, sandy and muddy intertidal
areas of lower Cook Inlet, Alaska.
1 Conducted bird surveys in conjunction with the proposed
expansion of the Port of Valdez, the Alpetco refinery
at Valdez, and Bradley Lake hydroelectric project in
Kachemak Bay --involved avian habitat mapping, aerial
surveys, and land census of local and migrant bird
populations.
1 Conducted vegetation studies of terrestrial
plant communities of eastern Port Valdez.
• Arctic Institue of Biology, Fairbanks, 1977. Field
assistant on shorebird 'migration study in lower Cook
Inlet. Conducted ground and aerial bird surveys to
document western sandpiper and dunlin migration.
1 Alaska Department of Fish and Game, 1967-1977.
Project leader. Conducted an extensive reconnaissance
of marine birds of lower Cook Inlet including
distribution, abundance of seabird colonies, bald
eagle nesting sites, food habits and delineation of
coastal avian habitats. Completed 8,000 miles of
aerial bird surveys.
PROFESSIONAL
ASSOCIATIONS:
PUBLICATIONS:
1 U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Ecological Servic~s,
1975. Fishery biologist. Worked aboard R/V Curlew
collecting physical, biological, and chemical data
on estuarine systems scheduled for timber develop-
ment in the Tongass National Forest. Mapped critical
habitat areas and nesting sites of the bald eagle.
1 U.S. Fish and ~nldlife Service, Fishery Services,
1973-1974. Biologist. Conducted primary limnological
study of lakes on Annette Island Indian Reserve for the
development of a sport fishery.
1 Alaska Department of Fish and Game, 1973. Fishery
biologist. Crew leader for Index Smold Project.
Monitored out-migrating red salmon smolt in the
Kvichak River. Assisted in the compilation of red
salmon commercial catch data for Bristol Bay.
1 Alaska Department of Fish and Game, 1970-1972.
Fishery technician. vJorked on salmon enumeration
projects, commercial catch sampling and salmon
scale reading.
The American Ornithologist Union
Pacific Seabird Group
Erikson, D.E., 1977. Distribution, abundance, migration
and breeding locations of marine birds in lower Cook Inlet,
Alaska. Alaska Department of Fish and Game, Environmental
Studies of Kachemak Bay and Lower Cook Inlet, Vol. VIII,
182 pp.
Hemming, J.E. and D.E. Erikson, 1979. Birds of Port
Valdez. Prepared by Dames. & Moore for Alaska Petrochemical
Company.
Hemming, J.E. and D.E. Erikson, 1979. Plant communities
of eastern Port Valdez. Prepared by Dames & Moore for
Alaska Petrochemical Company.
Hemming, J.E. and D.E. Erikson, 1979. The birds of the
Island Flats area, Valdez, Alaska. Prepared by Dames &
Moore for the City of Valdez.
Lees, D.C., D.E. Erikson, W. Driskell, D.E. Boettcher,
1979. Intertidal and shallow subtidal habitats of
eastern Port Valdez. Prepared by Dames & Moore for
Alaska Petrochemical Company.
Lees, D.C., J.P. Houghton, D.E. Erikson, W. Driskell, and
D.E. Boettcher, 1980. Ecological studies of the intertidal
and shallow subtidal habitats of lower Cook Inlet. Final
report to National Oceanographic and Atmospheric Administra-
tion RU 417. Dames & Moore, in press.
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JAMES V. WILLIAMSON
B.C.E. (Civil Engineering)
Melbourne University, Australia
Registered Professional Engineer
Mr. Williamson has more than thirty years experience in both the U.S. and for-
eign countries in the design of heavy civil engineering structures , including
large hydroelectric and multi-purpose projects. Since joining R. w. Beck and
Associates in 1969, he has been in responsible charge of all major hydraulic
and transportation facilities for the Firm, both nationally and overseas.
This work has included feasibility studies and design of hydroelectric and
pumped-storage projects and irrigation distribution and water supply systems.
Several of these projects have proposed capacities of 2,000,000 KW , and have
ranged up to 1, 300 foot head. He is responsible for periodic inspections of
the operation and maintenance procedures and safety aspects of a number of
major hydroelectric projects.
Prior to joining the Firm, he was vice president in charge of the civil engi-
neering department of an engineering firm where projects undertaken included
design of large industrial parks and rural airports; design of municipal
streets, water supply systems and highway bridges and preliminary design of
a large floating dock for the St. Louis riverfront.
His experience in design and construction of major hydroelectric projects has
included a number of major assignments. He was assistant chief engineer on
the 1, 000,000-kilowatt Kettle Hydroelectric Project on the Nelson River. He
was several years with leading consulting firms in the U.S. designing dams,
spillways, powerhouses and associated structures and was four years with the
California Department of Water Resources in responsible charge of the design
and contract document preparation for major features of the Oroville Dam and
underground power plant and three other major dam projects. For three years
he was chief engineer for CVC, a regional development agency in Cali, Colom-
bia, where he established and directed an engineering department to develop
the power, flood control and irrigation potential of the Cauca River and adja-
cent areas. He was five years with the Snowy Mountains Authority in Austra-
lia, engaged in the design of dams, spillways and power plants. During this
period, he was stationed one year with the U.s. Bureau of Reclamation in its
design office in Denver. Additional experience includes several years on
highway construction and maintenance for a state highway agency in Australia.
He is a Partner in the Firm and Assistant Manager of the F i rm's Western De-
sign Office.
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DONALD E. BOW ES
B.S. in Civil Engineering
Northeastern University
Registered Professional Engineer
Mr. Bowes has been with R. w. Beck and Associates since 1971 and is responsible
for feasibility, design and construction engineering on water resources develop-
ments. These developments include conventional hydroelectric projects, pumped
storage hydroelectric projects, flood control projects and water supply pro-
jects. His responsibility also includes Federal Energy Regulatory Commission
safety inspections of operating hydroelectric projects and safety inspections
of dams for conformance with the National Dam Safety Act.
Mr. Bowes has extensive experience in the disciplines of hydrology and soil me-
chanics and as such provides consultation on the Firm's major hydrologic inves-
tigations and special foundation investigations for hydraulic structures, water
and wastewater treatment facilities, substations and transmission facilit i es.
Since joining the Firm, he has progressed from Project Engineer and Project Man-
ager to the Assistant Head of the Major Civil Works Department specializing in
water resources developments. His experience has included numerous projects
over a wide range, such as the 2,000 MW, 1,300 foot head Antilon Lake Pumped
Storage Project in Washington, to smaller projects, such as the 2.1 MW Lake Sil-
vis Hydroelectric Project in Alaska.
Before joining the Firm, Mr. Bowes had twelve years of experience with the Cal-
ifornia Department of Water Resources. For six of these years, he was engaged
in design analysis and construction supervision on earth, rockfill, gravity and
arch dams. The remaining six years he was engaged in the investigation, design
analysis and preparation of contract documents for several major features o f
the California Water Project, a multipurpose water supply, irrigation, flood
control and hydroelectric development.
Mr. Bowes is a Partner in the Firm.
EXPERIENCE
1961 to date
FRANK E. NYMAN
SENIOR PARTNER
TRYCK, NYMAN & HAYES
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Senior Partner, Tryck, Nyman & Hayes. Senior Partner level administrative
responsibilities, and Partner-in~charge on specific engineering and
surveying projects covering a wide range of engineering specialities.
1958 -1961 Partner, Tryck, Nyman & Associates, Anchorage, Alaska.
Served on Anchorage Small Boat Harbor Committee.
1950 -1958 Engineer, City of Anchorage. Progressed from Junior Engineer
to Acting City Engineer (Acting Director of Public Works). Directly
responsible for producing contract documents for all water and sewer
projects initiated during this period. Assisted in the selection of and
supervision of the consultant for the engineering of Anchorage's first
municipal dock project.
1948-1950 Engineer, Morrison-Maierle, Inc., Consulting Engineers,
Helena, Montana. In addition, Construction Supervisor for construction
company in Columbia Falls, Montana. Activities included engineer and
construction supervision of several medium-sized water and sewer projects
including dams, reservoirs, water treatment p1ants and pipelines.
EDUCATION
Los Angeles City College-1943 Army ASTP
Montana State College-B.S.C.E. 1948
University of Minnesota-Graduate Studies Environmental Engineering
1948
University of Alaska -M.S. Engineering Management 1966
LICENSES
Alaska Professional Engineer -No. 410E
Montana Professional Engineer-No. 397E
American Environmental Engineer lntersociety Board Certificate-No.
1152
Alaska Land Surveyor No. 34345
PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS
Past President -Anchorage Chapter, Alaska Society of Professional
Engineers
Member-American Society of Civil Engineers (since 1947)
Associate Member -Association of Conservation Engineers Member -American
Public Works Association Member-Water Pollution Control Federation
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SERVICES OF THE CONSULTING ENGINEER
STUDY PLAN
r----------R. W. BECK AND ASSOCIATES. INC./ TRYCK NYMAN & HAYES---------,
STUDY PLAN
R. W. Beck and Associates, Inc. and Tryck, Nyman & Hayes (herein
referred to as the Consulting Engineer) will provide consulting engineering
services to the Alaska Power Authority (APA) to determine the technical, eco-
nomic and environmental feasibility or the Dayebas Creek Hydroelectric Project
which is located near Haines, Alaska. It is anticipated that this Project
will include a diversion dam, approximately 1,600 feet or penstock, a power-
house and both submarine and overhead transmission facilities to connect with
Haines existing distribution system. Additionally it has been assumed that a
suitable reservoir storage site may be round which would provide the opportun-
ity for flow regulation and development or firm power.
The engineering services associated with this Project will be per-
formed in two phases consisting or:
Phase I -Preliminary Feasibility Assessment
Preliminary engineering studies and investigations will be con-
ducted to determine the amount or water available, the potential for develop-
ing a storage reservoir, the preliminary Project layout and sizing or facili-
ties, the estimated cost and benefits, and an appraisal or the resulting tech-
nical and economic reasiblity or site development, together with an assessment
or its environmental suitability. A report will be prepared with conclusions
and recommendations for the Phase II work, if the assessment shows viability.
Phase II -Detailed Feasibility Study and Preparation
of License Application
The feasibility part or this phase includes the aerial mapping,
topographic and fathometric surveys; detailed hydrologic, geotechnical and
environmental investigations and analyses; reservoir and power studies; pre-
liminary design, layout and comparison or alternative developments and deter-
mination or selected arrangement; estimate or cost and benefits and determina-
tion or Project feasibility. The Detailed Feasibility Report will evaluate
Project feasibility in sufficient detail to form the basis for Project licens-
ing and financing.
The License Application includes the organizing, collecting and
review or all baseline data, reviewing all environmental efforts with con-
cerned Federal, State and local agencies to attempt to resolve any problem
areas, and the preparation of the License Application in accordance with the
current FERC regulations.
PHASE I -PRELIMINARY FEASIBILITY ASSESSMENT
Upon authorization to proceed, the Consulting Engineer will initi-
ate the Phase I engineering services which consist of field and office studies
required to arrive at a reasonable feasibility assessment report. This
assessment will arrive at conclusions as to the desirability of proceeding
with the Detailed Feasibility Study and Preparation of an FERC License Appli-
cation.
The services to be performed in the conduct of this assessment will
consist of the following major tasks:
1. Data Procurement and Evaluation
2. Site Reconnaissance
3. Hydrology and Power Studies
4. Project Formulation
5. Project Economics
6. Preliminary Feasibility Assessment Report
Details of each of these major work tasks are described below. In
addition, the specialist subcontractors' work plans are presented in detail at
the end of this Section.
1. Data Procurement and Evaluation
The Consulting Engineer will collect and evaluate existing data
relative to the Dayebas Project including the following:
a. Hydrologic and meteorologic data for the Haines region, as
well as tidal fluctuations for Chilkoot Inlet.
b. Aerial photographs, topographic mapping and fathometric map-
ping of Taiya, Lutak and Chilkoot Inlets.
c. Previously published technical reports and geotechnical data
related to the Project or Project area.
d. Documents and reports describing existing environmental con-
ditions of the Project area.
e. Land ownership, land use plans (e.g., Tongass Land Use Man-
agement Plan) and water rights.
f. Historic market area load data.
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2. Site Reconnaissance
A map review and on-site inspection will be conducted by key per-
sonnel to familiarize themselves with the Project area and to make both an
engineering and environmental assessment or the site suitability for the Proj-
ect. The activities associated with this task are as follows:
a. Identification and selection or potential dam and reservoir
storage sites, including possibly a preliminary field survey profile or poten-
tial sites.
b.
powerhouse.
Identification or preliminary locations for penstock and
c. Alignment reconnaissance or transmission lines.
d. Geologic reconnaissance investigation.
e. Environmental reconnaissance investigation.
f. Inspection of lakes and glaciers.
3. Hydrology and Power Studies
A preliminary hydrologic analysis or the Project drainage basin
will be conducted to determine dry year and average runoff available for
development or hydroelectric power. The firm (dry year) and average annual
energy which can be developed from the Project will be estimated on the basis
or a seasonal annual plant factor from experience resulting in a selected pre-
liminary power plant capacity, and an identified method or operation to meet
the City's loads. The hydrologic and power studies include:
a. Utilizing statistical methods and the available physiographic
and climatic factors or the region, make the best estimate possible or the dry
year and long-term average annual runoff.
b. Estimate that portion or the dry year and average annual run-
orr attributable to glacial melt.
c. Estimate the firm and average annual generation for each of
the identified concepts or Project operation.
d. The above estimates will be guided using flows measured at
the stream gage to be installed on Dayebas Creek. This work will continue
through both Phases I and II.
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4. Project Formulation
Preliminary design bases will be established. Preliminary concep-
tual layouts for the alternative arrangements will be prepared in sufficient
detail to provide a basis for preliminary comparative construction cost esti-
mating. The resulting annual costs and average annual output, and hence esti-
mated cost of power for the various conceptual layouts, will be established
and a selective Project layout arrived at.
5. Project Economics
The economic feasibility of the selected arrangement will then be
determined in more detail by comparing its estimated annualized cost with that
of diesel fuel escalated over the first ten years of Project operation.
6. Preliminary Feasibility Assessment Report
The feasibility assessment ·report will be prepared which presents
the basic Project data, findings from the site survey, results of the hydrol-
ogy and power studies, a description and preliminary layout of Project alter-
natives, comparison of Project costs, results of the economic analysis and
recommendations regarding the advisability of proceeding into a detailed fea-
sibility study.
PHASE II -DETAILED FEASIBILITY STUDY AND PREPARATION
OF A LICENSE APPLICATION
The objective of the engineering services set forth in Phase II is
to determine the technical, economic and environmental feasibility of the
Dayebas Creek Hydroelectric Project in detail, and to prepare an FERC License
Application for construction and operation of the Project. The feasibility
study will identify the plan selected for developing the hydroelectric poten-
tial of the site which will meet the following objectives:
1. Minimizing market area electrical power costs.
2. Minimizing adverse environmental and social impacts while enhancing
environmental values to the extent possible.
3. Maximizing the likelihood of Project financing and implementation.
The FERC License Application will be prepared in conjunction w1 th
the feasibility report in order to limit duplication of effort and allow for a
more timely completion of the work.
Upon authorization to proceed, the Consulting Engineers will per-
form field and office studies required to determine the technical, economic,
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and environmental feasibility or the Project in detail, and to prepare an FERC
License Application. The engineering services will consist or the following
major tasks:
1. Project Liaison and Coordination
2. Supplemental Data Procurement and Evaluation
3. Field Studies
4. Preliminary Design Studies
5. Environmental Analysis
6. Economic Analysis
7. Feasibility Report
8. FERC License Application
Details or each or these major work tasks are described as follows:
1. Project Liaison and Coordination
Throughout the study, the Consulting Engineer, in conjunction with
the Alaska Power Authority (Authority), will meet with the following agencies:
Federal:
State:
FERC -San Francisco and Washington, D. c.
Corps of Engineers -Alaska District
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
Heritage Conservation and Recreation Service
National Marine Fisheries Service u.s. Forest Service u.s. Geological Survey
Environmental Protection Agency
Alaska Power Administration
Department or Fish and Game
Department or Health and Social Services
Department of Natural Resources
Department of Environmental Conservation
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Local:
Community of Haines
Alaska Electric Light and Power
In addition, the Consulting Engineer will assist the Authority in the prepara-
tion for and attendance at public meetings as required.
2. Supplemental Data Procurement and Evaluation
The Consulting Engineer will collect and evaluate existing data
relative to the Project including the following:
a. Detailed information on fish, wildlife, water quality,
social/cultural setting, local history, archaeology and rec-
reational needs.
b. Data related to the economic and financial analysis of the
development.
c. Data and information necessary to fulfill permitting require-
ments of Federal, State or local agencies.
3. Field Studies
Detailed site specific geotechnical investigations, topographic
mapping, location surveys and hydrographic surveys will be conducted to sup-
plement existing data. The activities associated with this task are as fol-
lows:
a. Topographic Mapping and Location Surveys
(1) Conduct horizontal and vertical control surveys.
(2) Perform aerial vertical photography.
(3) Prepare topographic maps.
(4) Conduct location survey for the penstock.
(5) Perform topographic site surveys at the powerhouse
area, the diversion dam site, and the storage dam site
if identified.
(6) Survey location of geotechnical investigations.
(7) Conduct hydrographic surveys for submarine transmission
alignment.
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b. Geotechnical Investigations
( 1) Prepare geologic maps or all major Project features
excluding the transmission line alignment.
(2) Identity construction materials borrow areas and dis-
posal areas.
(3) Conduct geophysical surveys and foundation borings at
the proposed penstock powerhouse, diversion dam, and
storage dam site it identified.
(4) Identity potential geologic hazards within the Project
area, and develop design earthquake.
(5) Conduct geologic site reconnaissance inspection or
transmission lines alignment.
(6) Prepare geotechnical report on results or the investi-
gations.
c. Environmental Investigations
(1) Collect baseline aquatic and terrestrial data.
(2) Conduct archaeological and historical investigations.
(3) Conduct investigations or socio-economic, recreational
and cultural conditions.
(4) Collect water quality and water rights data and infor-
mation.
4. Preliminary Design Studies
orr ice studies will be performed to optimize the alignment, loca-
tion and sizing or the major Project features. Specific studies will be con-
duc.ted to identity and select the most desirable transmission line alignment
and type or construction. These studies will be conducted not only to deter-
mine the most feasible project which meets the stated objectives but the stud-
ies will form the basis tor the preparation or the FERC License Application.
The office studies are subdivided into tasks consisting or a) Hydrologic
Investigations, b) Load and Power Studies, c) Project Layout, d) Preliminary
Design or Project features, e) Construction Cost Estimate, and t) Design and
Construction Schedule. Each or these tasks are addressed in greater detail as
follows:
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a. Hydrologic Investigations
The hydrologic investigations in Phase II will expand on the Phase
I work using the additional streamflow records to:
(1) Define long-term hydrologic records by correlation with
other gage records and/or precipitation as appropriate.
(2) Determine quantities of flow and rates of change con-
sistent with environmental constraints.
(3) Determine constraints on reservoir regulation with
respect to time, if a storage site is identified.
(4) Establish spillway flood hydrology, if a storage site
is identified.
(5) Describe reservoir operations for wet, dry and average
years.
b. Load and Power Studies
The present power needs of the Haines market area including any
currently isolated industrial consumers will be confirmed. Growth projections
will be reviewed and updated to reflect estimated future power and energy
demands. Consideration will be given to the effect of price on these projec-
tions. Based on these projections and the existing hydrologic conditions, the
proposed plant size will be selected for the Project. Average annual and firm
energy along with the dependable capacity of the power plant will be deter-
mined.
c. Project Layout
Based on the information derived from the site inspections, topo-
graphic mapping surveys, geological mapping, foundation borings and other geo-
technical investigations and information from investigations conducted, a
refined Project layout will be prepared showing the proposed locations of the
dam, powerhouse and the alignment of the penstock. Alternative transmission
alignments and respective types of construction will also be evaluated taking
into account technical, economic and environmental considerations.
d. Preliminary Design of Project Features
Based on the refined location and alignment of all Project fea-
tures, preliminary design of these features will be accomplished. The prelim-
inary design effort will be accomplished in sufficient detail to prepare esti-
mates of the probable cost of construction of the Project. Specific activi-
ties relating to this task are as follows:
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{ 1) Size of Project features; selection of the method of
construction based on economic and environmental con-
siderations and preparation of preliminary designs.
(2) Select type and layout of mechanical and electrical
equipment, including the swi tchyard, the transmission
line and other pertinent features as required.
(3) Prepare preliminary design drawings of the Project fea-
tures in sufficient detail that would be sui table for
the FERC License Application exhibits.
e. Construction Cost Estimate
A detailed estimate of the probable cost of construction of the
Project will be made upon completion of the preliminary design. The estimate
will be made on the basis of the projected on-line date for the Project.
Mechanical and electrical equipment costs will be based on manufacturer's quo-
tations as available while the civil and structural construction cost will be
developed by preparing estimates of actual direct and indirect cost and markup
on unit quantities of construction. The costs of land acquisition and land
rights-of-way will be assessed and included in the cost estimate.
f. Design and Construction Schedule
A design and construction schedule for the Project will be pre-
pared. This schedule will include the time frames required to process the
FERC License Application, preparation of final design and construction docu-
ments and construction of the Project to arrive at an estimated Project on-
line date.
5. Environmental Analysis
The nature and extent of the environmental impacts of the Project
will be evaluated based on available data and the field and office environ-
mental studies. The work will be coordinated with Federal, State and local
agencies to obtain their input and assess the requirements of those agencies
that will be reviewing the Project License Application. Mitigation plans will
be developed to alleviate adverse impacts if required.
The detailed environmental studies proposed include the following:
a. Survey of the historical and archaeological significance of
Project area. Field work in the areas of the dam and powerhouse as required
will be completed prior to the start of geotechnical field investigations
which might impact potential sites in those areas.
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b. Based on existing data and field studies, assess the impact
or the Project on the aquatic and terrestrial environments.
c. Based on existing data and field studies, identify the key
socio-economic impacts of the Project.
d. Assist in determination of the proposed layout of Project
features to minimize potential environmental impacts.
e. Develop criteria for Project operation to minimize impacts.
r. Develop mitigation plans to alleviate any identified adverse
impacts of the Project.
6. Economic Analysis
An economic analysis or the Project will be performed based on the
values or the calculated energy and dependable capacity (if any), as related
to annualized costs or the Project. Cash flow requirements will be projected
for available methods or financing. Annual system power costs will be esti-
mated for both conditions or with and without the Project and the marketabil-
ity or the power will be assessed accordingly. The costs will be compared
with the least cost alternative means or satisfying market area power needs,
generally considered to be diesel generation. Consideration will also be
given to the feasibility or supplying power to any currently electrically iso-
lated industrial customers.
1. Detailed Feasibility Report
The Detailed Feasibility Report will describe the results or the
above investigations and analyses and establish the technical, economic, and
environmental reasi bili ty or the Project in sufficient detail to support the
preparation or an FERC License Application and financing efforts. It will
define the Project arrangement and features sufficiently to permit initiation
of final design. The report will also include recommendations as to future
work.
The Consulting Engineer will submit ten ( 10) copies or a draft
report to the Authority for review and comment. Once comments have been
received, a final report will be prepared and fifty (50) copies submitted to
APA.
To the extent practicable, the Detailed Feasibility Report will be
prepared so as to minimize duplication or effort in the preparation or the
FERC License Application. Specifically, the Consulting Engineer will:
a. Prepare report drawings or the Project layout which will also
satisfy FERC exhibit drawing standards.
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b. Prepare a description of the Project and the proposed mode of
operation to meet the standards of Exhibits H and I.
c. Prepare the description of the Project equipment to meet the
standards of Exhibit M.
d. Prepare the cost estimate to meet the standards of Exhibit N.
e. Prepare the environmental section to meet the requirements of
Exhibits R, S and V.
8. FERC License Application
After submittal and acceptance of the draft Detailed Feasibility
Report, the Consulting Engineer will prepare an FERC License Application for
the Project. As presently proposed the Project would be a major project
requiring construction of a new dam and under present FERC regulations will
require preparation of the 20 exhibits summarized in Exhibit I at the end of
this section. Prior to preparing the License Application the Consulting Engi-
neer will meet with the FERC to determine the latest requirements for an
Application. Preparation of the License Application will be closely coordi-
nated with other Federal, State and local agencies.
After review by APA, the Consulting Engineer will submit an origi-
nal and eleven (11) copies of the License Application to FERC. Modifications
and additions, if required by FERC, will be made to the Application. Upon
acceptance of the Application for final filing by FERC, the Consulting Engi-
neer will provide the necessary copies to FERC (approximately 70 to 100 bound
copies of the Application and microfilm originals of the Exhibit Drawings).
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EXHIBIT I
FERC LICENSE APPLICATION EXHIBITS
FOR UNCONSTRUCTED MAJOR PROJECTS
Exhibit A - A certified copy of the Articles of Incorporation of the
Applicant.
Exhibit B - A copy of the resolution authorizing the filing of the Appli-
cation.
Exhibit C -Copies of special State laws pertaining to hydroelectric
plants or water power.
Exhibit D -Evidence that the Applicant has complied with all State laws
pertaining to the appropriation, diversion and use of the water for power pur-
poses.
Exhibit E - A description of the nature, extent and ownership of the
water rights required for the development and operation of the Project and
certificates, if appropriate, from regulatory agencies for the required water.
Exhibit F -Full details of the lands owned by the Applicant or plans to
acquire lands needed for the Project.
Exhibit G - A statement showing the financial capability of the Applicant
to carry out the Project applied for.
Exhibit H, Project Operation - A statement of the proposed operation of
the Project during periods of low, normal and flood flows in the river; how
the river will be operated to provide for recreation, fish and wildlife uses;
and any effects of the Project on water quality. Included will be precipita-
tion records, streamflow records, standard Project flood hydrograph, Probable
Maximum Flood hydrograph, reservoir rule curves or critical period water sur-
face fluctuations and water quality sampling statistics.
Exhibit I, Project Output -An estimate of the dependable capacity and
average annual energy to be provided by the proposed Project, including the
low flow period used to define the dependable capacity. Included in this
exhibit will be plant capability curve, flow duration curve and typical week
system operation.
Exhibit J, Map of Project Area - A general map of the Project area show-
ing principal structures and features of the Project, public and private land
ownership and reference to detail maps comprising Exhibit K.
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Exhibit K, Project Boundary Map -Maps showing land ownership. (This
will be incomplete and cannot be finalized until the Client acquires the pro-
perties and a detailed property search and survey is undertaken.)
Exhibit L, Project Drawings -General design drawings of principal struc-
tures and appurtenant works.
Exhibit M, Description of Equipment -General description of all mechani-
cal, electrical and transmission equipment and their appurtenances to com-
pletely describe the Project.
Exhibit N, Cost Estimate -An estimate of the cost of developing the
Project subdivided by Project feature.
Exhibit 0, Construction Schedule - A detailed statement of the time
required for construction of the Project including a desired target on-line
date.
Exhibit R, Recreation - A description of the plan for full public utili-
zation of the Project waters and adjacent lands for recreational purposes
including maps, drawings and schedules. The nature and extent of the consul-
tation of the Applicant with all Federal, State and local regulatory agencies
must also be included.
Exhibit s, Fish and Wildlife - A report on the effect of the Project on
fish and wildife resources in the Project area and a proposed plan to conserve
and enhance these resources as they are affected by the Project. The exhibit
must be prepared in consultation with Federal, State and local agencies having
responsibilities for such resources. Included in this exhibit will be the
results of the fish and wildlife studies made in consultation with agencies
involved.
Exhibit T, Development Justification - A statement justifying the devel-
opment of the Project by the Applicant rather than the Federal Government.
Exhibit V, Preservation of Area -Shows and describes the measures taken
to protect and enhance the natural, historic and scenic values and resources
of the Project area. This will include maps and photographs required to
describe architectural and landscaping treatment in protecting and enhancing
the natural historic and scenic values and resources of the Project area.
Exhibit W, Environmental Statement - A detailed environmental statement
for the proposed Project in accordance with all requirements of the National
Environmental Policy Act. This exhibit will specifically discuss the follow-
ing:
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1. The environmental impact of the proposed Project.
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2. Any adverse environmental effects which cannot be avoided
should the Project be implemented.
3. Alternatives to the proposed Project.
4. The relationship between local short-term uses of man's envi-
ronment and the maintenance and enhancement of long-term productivity.
5. Any irreversible and irretrievable commitments of resources
which would be involved in the Project should it be implemented.
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AERIAL MAPPING AND SURVEYS
The topographic and hydrographic surveys in addition to the aerial
mapping services for the Dayebas Hydroelectric Project will be performed by
Tryck, Nyman & Hayes (TN&H) and Air Photo Tech Inc., an affiliate of TN&H.
Followi1~ are general descriptions of the services to be performed.
AERIAL MAPPING
Aerial vertical photography of Areas I and II shown on the attached
maps will be made at 12, 000 feet AGL to produce 1" = 2, 000' scale photogra-
phy. Mapping of these areas will be prepared at a scale of 1" = 400' with
10-foot contours.
TOPOGRAPHIC SURVEY
As shown on the attached maps, the topographic survey will be
accompl:l.shed in Areas I and II. Establishment of desired horizontal and ver-
tical central in these areas will be accomplished utilizing six survey person-
nel in conjunction with helicopter support to establish 5 new photo-panel
positions along with existing USC&GS Station FAL. These positions will be
established from the westerly shore stations of Taiya Inlet using Wild T-2
theodolites and electronic distance measuring equipment. Topographic maps
will be provided as pencil manuscripts on mylar.
HYDROGRAPHIC SURVEY
The hydrographic survey, alignments III and IIIA shown on the
attached maps, will be accomplished with 4 survey personnel, 1 operator tech-
nician from Intersea Research Corporation along with a local boat and oper-
ator. The equipment to be used will be a Raytheon Model DE 7198 fathometer
and Motorola Mini Ranger 11 with two share stations.
Pre-plots will be prepared on the computer plotter for use aboard
the boat to ensure maximum coverage.
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CONVERSE WARD DAVIS AND DIXON,INC.
GEOTECHNICAL INVESTIGATIONS
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HAINES, ALASKA
Phase I
Preliminary Feasibility Assessment
Complete reconnaissance level geologic assessment of the proposed diversion
structure, penstock and powerhouse areas. The results of this study would be
summarized in a written report including the feasibility of the proposed proj-
ect from a geotechnical standpoint.
Phase II
Detailed Feasibility Study
Based on a favorable recommendation in Phase I, a Phase II detailed feasibili-
ty study should be completed to verify the assumptions of the Phase I recon-
naissance study. The Phase II study would include the tasks shown below. It
has been assumed that a storage reservoir site will be defined during Phase I
and has been included as an option in the detailed feasibility. It has been
assumed that helicopter support will be required for certain portions of the
work, especially at the storage site, and has been included in that portion of
the estimated costs.
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Task I
Task II
PROJECT MANAGEMENT AND SUPERVISION
This item includes project management, scheduling, planning, con-
tracting for outside services and supervision. Mr. Alan L. O'Neill
will manage all technical aspects of the project and provide the
majority of liaison with R. W. Beck and Associates and its client,
if required. Mr. William Bliton, Senior Geologist, will supervise
all field investigation and will be responsible for project plan-
ning and scheduling.
FIELD GEOLOGIC WORK
A. A compilation will be made of existing regional geologic data
and field checking will be performed in the project area.
B. Conduct field exploration consisting of diamond core borings
and seismic refraction survey.
c. Geologic mapping will be performed at the diversion struc-
ture, penstock and powerhouse sites.
D. Reconnaissance level geologic inspection will be made along
the above ground portion of the transmission line to identify
suspected geologic hazards.
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E. Conduct an offshore reflection seismic survey along proposed
submarine cable routes.
F. An evaluation will be made to determine the general seismic
conditions which prevail at the project site.
G. A preliminary evaluation or potential borrow sites.
H. As an optional item, conduct geologic mapping, core drilling,
and a geophysical survey at the site or a reservoir storage
structure to be identified in Phase I.
Task III FIELD EXPLORATION AND TESTING
A. Core Drilling:
A total or approximately seven borings with an aggregate
total or approximately 325 feet will be drilled to depths or
approximately 25 to 75 feet. One boring with an approximate
depth or 25 feet is planned at the diversion structure. Two
borings would be completed in the powerhouse-tailrace area.
An optional boring is included for drilling at the penstock
if mapping or geophysical work indicate the need. Three ad-
ditional optional borings have been included at a possible
storage reservoir site. These borings are anticipated to be
on the order or 75 feet in depth and may require helicopter
support for access.
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Task IV
B. Geophysical Surveys:
A total of approximately 3250 lineal feet of seismic re-
fraction profiling would be completed to determine depth to
various subsurface layers including bedrock. This would in-
clude approximately 275 feet in both the proposed powerhouse
and diversion structure area, and approximately 1600 lineal
feet along the proposed penstock alignment. In addition, an
optional 1100 lineal feet of seismic traverse is proposed at
the storage reservoir site.
A total of approximately five miles of offshore seismic re-
flection survey would be completed along two proposed sub-
marine cable routes. One route extends from near the mouth
of Dayebas Creek across Taiya Inlet to Taiya Point and west-
ward across Lutak Inlet to Tanani Point north of Haines. A
second route extends from Low Point Light southwest across to
Nukdik Point. The survey would be combined with a bathy
metric survey to determine bottom and subbottom conditions
along the routes. The survey would be completed utilizing a
28-32 foot boat and an electronic positioning system.
ANALYSIS AND REPORT
A report will be prepared which will include the results of this
detailed feasibility investigation. In addition to presenting all
basic data collected during the investigation, subject matter to be
discussed in the report will include:
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a. An evaluation of geologic data at the diversion structure
including an interpretation of the expected foundation con-
di tiona and tentative excavation depths based on this pre-
liminary exploration program.
b. A tentative evaluation of foundation treatment for the di-
version structure.
c. Evaluation of boring data at the powerhouse.
d. A description of the geology along the proposed penstock
alignment.
e. An evaluation of geologic data at a possible storage struc-
ture including an interpretation of the expected foundation
conditions and tentative excavation depths based on this pre-
liminary exploration program.
f. An assessment of geologic hazards for the project area.
g. An assessment of geologic hazards along the route of the
above ground portion of the transmission line.
h. An evaluation of potential construction materials borrow
areas.
i. An interpretation of geophysical data.
Converse Ward Davia Dixon, Inc.
Task V DRAFT REPORT AND CONSULTATION
A draft report will be submitted for review.
Task VI FINAL REPORT
After review and consultation a final report will be submitted.
Converse Ward Davia Dixon, Inc.
SCOPE OF PROPOSED EXPLORATION
Estimated
Feat~ Boring No. Depth ~se of Hole Remarks
Powerhouse/Tailrace DH 101 25 Rock Quality and Vertical -
Foundation Information continuous coring
Powerhouse/Tailrace DH 102 25 Rock Quality and Vertical -
FOundation Information continuous coring
Penstock (optional) DH 103 25 Rock Quality and Vertical -
FOundation Information continuous coring
Diversion Structure DH 104 25 Rock Quality and Vertical -
FOundation Information continuous coring
Storage Reservoir DH 105 75 Rock Quality and Vertical -
Structure (optional) FOundation Information continuous coring
Storage Reservoir DH 106 75 Rock Quality and Vertical -
Structure (optional) FOundation Information continuous coring
Storage Reservoir DH 107 75 Rock Quality and vertical -
Structure (optional) FOundation Information continuous coring
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WORK PLAN
It should be emphasized that little information is currently avail-
able regarding the resources and environmental sensitivity of the proposed
project area. Furthermore, at this stage in project development it is not
known whether a high dam and, consequently, substantial inundation of
upper Dayebas Creek will be involved. These factors make development of a
firm scope of work very difficult. The following work plan, therefore,
should be considered in that light. Dames & Moore's multidisciplinary
study team wi 11 maintain the flexibility to respond to specific site
conditions and alter the study approach whenever appropriate.
The work plan presented below incorporates the following assumptions:
• A high dam will be utilized, thus the entire Dayebas Creek
watershed will require study.
• Upper Dayebas Creek has some fishery potential.
If either of the above assumptions proves to be untrue then the scope
of work can be reduced accordingly.
PRELIMINARY REVIEW
This task will include review of project information to date, initial
literature review, attendance at coordination meetings, and follow-up
meetings with resource agency personnel and other relevant institutional
groups. It may also be necessary at this stage to conduct a brief recon-
naissance of the project area in order to gain an appreciation of the ter-
rain, field study limitations, etc.
The goal of this effort will be to refine our appraisal of the scope
and to insure that our approach is suitable to those agencies holding re-
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view power over project licensing. This step is essential in order to plan
a field program that obtains the maximum amount of relevant information and
a minimum amount of extraneous data.
This job segment will result in a refined, detailed work plan de-
scribing specific tasks and expected results, along with rationale, in
order to provide conclusions regarding issues in question.
FISH AND WILDLIFE STUDIES
Office Phase
1. Acquisition of Available Information -Existing information per-
taining to aquatic and terrestrial biology of the project area will be
compiled from the following sources:
• Literature review .
• Unpublished data from resource agency files .
• Interviews with resource agency field personnel .
2. Habitat Mapping -Using aerial photos, general habitat types based on
plant communities will be mapped within specific zones as defined
during the Preliminary Review. It is anticipated that the mapped area
wi 11 inc 1 ude mast of the Dayebas Creek drain age and the over 1 and
portion of the transmission corridor. Ground truthing and refinement
of the mapping will occur during the field phase.
Field Program
We propose to conduct an interdisciplinary field program in August
with a possible follow-up field trip as required in March 1981 in order to
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observe winter conditions. A team of 4 to 5 people will be occupied for 2
to 16 days, depending on weather and sampling success. The following is a
preliminary scope of work and can be readily modified to address specific
issues or to change emphasis.
1. Wildlife -We will conduct both ground and aerial surveys to locate
key wildlife habitat and define areas of usage. Approximately 8 hours
will be expended in aerial surveillance of the Dayebas Creek drainage
area and along the transmission corridor (including alternate routes
if app 1 icab le). Ground surveys will concentrate on the areas that may
be inundated and in the vicinity of proposed facilities. Survey
transects will be established where practical, habitats will be
characterized (to supplement the habitat mapping program), and wild-
life usage documented. Ground surveys will include observation of
scats, tracks, and other signs of use and abundance. Particular
emphasis will be placed on the identification of eagle nest trees.
Such an approach to wildlife inventory will not provide statistically
supported population estimates, but will provide qualitative infor-
mation, indications of abundance, and patterns of use. Actual
population estimates will not be practical in view of the terrain and
overall study scope.
2. Anadromous Fish -Initial indications suggest that Dayebas Creek is
not used by anadromous fish species. Steep stream gradients near the
outlet probably preclude upstream use by anadromous species; however,
some intertidal spawning may occur. Observations of the stream mouth
area will be made on several occasions during the summer field program
and any indication of anadromous fish use will be noted. Nearshore
netting in conjunction with marine biological work may also provide
insight.
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3. Dayebus Creek Resident Fish -It is not known whether the upper
Dayebus Creek drainage area, above the proposed diversion dam, cur-
rently supports any fish species or whether the area is capable of
supporting fish. Dames & Moore will employ a flexible study plan in
order to characterize this unknown area. Study sites and applicable
methods will be selected on the basis of initial aerial reconnais-
sance. The following sampling techniques will be utilized where
appropriate: seines, variable mesh gill nets, backpack elec-
troshocker, and visual observation. Length and weight will be
measured for all fish captured and scales taken for age analysis. A
few fish will be sacrificed for stomach content analysis.
Aquatic habitat potential based on physical and biological charac-
teristics will be described for selected reaches of Dayebas Creek,
its tributaries, and interconnecting lakes. Habitat characterization
will emphasize those areas proposed for inundation.
4. Marine Biology -
a. Intertidal Ecology-The intertidal zone at the mouth of Dayebas
Creek will be a primary site of direct impact in relation to
powerhouse siting and tailwater discharge. Major biotic assem-
blages will be described for the intertidal area within a zone
north and south of the proposed powerhouse. Methods to be used
will rely heavily on qualitative reconnaissance during low tide
periods. The qualitative analysis will be supplemented by a
limited quantitative effort including quadrat counts of dominant
animals and estimates of plant cover. Additional intertidal
investigations will be conducted at the site where the proposed
transmission line will enter Taiya Inlet.
b. Nearshore Marine Fish -An attempt will be made to characterize
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nearshore fish species using a variable mesh gill net set near the
mouths of Dayebas Creek . Net data will be supplemented be visual
observations in conjunction with the intertidal surveys.
c. Subtidal Ecology -Subtidal ecology of Taiya Inlet (as related
to submarine transmission cable impacts) will not be examined in
the field. Subtidal impacts will, however, be considered during
the office analysis phase.
Final Analysis
1. Wildlife-All information will be compiled and analyzed. Analysis of
the potential impacts of the project will be based on the habitat
mapping in combination with wildlife use data. Appropriate mitiga-
tion measures will be developed along with an analysis of relative
costs and benefits. Emphasis wi 11 be on the projected area of
inundation, the transmission corridor and powerhouse sites.
2. Fisheries -Laboratory analysis (scale aging and stomach content
analysis) will be completed and all information will be compiled.
Analysis of impacts and potential mitigation measures will be con-
ducted for each potential impact element. Emphasis will be as
follows:
• Potential effects of inundation on resident fish within the
upper Dayebas Creek drainage.
• Potential effects and mitigation measures relative to tailrace
discharge and altered creek flows below the dam.
3. Marine Biology -Laboratory analysis of intertidal samples will be
completed and all information will be compiled. Analysis of impacts
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and potential mitigation measures will be conducted with emphasis on
the following:
• Potential effects of the powerhouse, tailrace discharge, and
altered creek flow on the intertidal biota.
• Potential effects of the submarine cable on subtidal biota .
WATER QUALITY STUDIES
Office Phase
Existing information pertaining to water quality of Taiya Inlet and
Dayebas Creek will be compiled from a review of both published and
unpublished data as well as interviews with resource agency field per-
sonnel.
Field Program
A field data collection program will be conducted in conjunction with
the fisheries studies. It is proposed that the following information be
collected:
1. Baseline Water Quality of Taiya Inlet - A temperature profile and
water samples from representative depths will be acquired at a
location near the mouth of Dayebas Creek. Parameters measured in the
field for each sample will be as listed in Table 1. At least one
sample will be retained for detailed laboratory analysis as per
Table 1.
2. Baseline Water Quality of Lower Dayebas Creek-At least two samplings
of water from lower Dayebas Creek will be collected during the summer
field program and analyzed as per Table 1.
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Measured in Field
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Dissolved oxygen
temperature
conductivity
COz
Alkalinity
TABLE 1
BASELINE WATER QUALITY PARAMETERS
Measured in Lab
Turbidity
Total dissolved solids
Total suspended solids
Total & ortho phosphate
Total nitrogen
Ammonia nitrogen
Nitrate nitrogen
Nitrite nitrogen
Kjehldahl nitrogen
Hardness
Chloride
Sulfate
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Arsenic
Barium
Calcium
Cadmi urn
Chromium
Copper
Iron
Mercury
Potassium
Magnesium
Manganese
Silver
Sodium
Ni eke 1 Lead
Selenium
Silicon
Strontium
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pling sites in the upper creek drainage will be selected in conjunc-
tion with fisheries studies sites. Likely sites would include at
least one of the headwaters lakes, tributaries, and central portion
of the mainstream.
If appropriate, the above sampling regime will be repeated in the late
winter (March 1981) to obtain information on contrasting winter
conditions.
Fin a 1 Analysis
All information will be compiled and analyzed relative to potential
project impacts. Emphasis will be as follows:
• Potential water quality impact on Dayebas Creek below the dam
and possible mitigation measures.
• Potential water quality impact on Taiya Inlet downstream from
the tailrace discharge.
• Potential fisheries impact and mitigation (information to be
integrated with the results of fish studies).
STUDIES OF AESTHETIC ASPECTS
A subjective overview of the aesthetic aspects of the project will be
acquired by the project team during the various field studies. Suggestions
for mitig ation will be developed as a team effort, taking into consid-
eration potential recreational uses of the area.
STUDIES OF ANTIQUITIES AND HISTORIC SITES
Initi a l indications suggest no known site s of archaeologic a l or
historic importance exist in the project area . A field survey of paten-
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tially impacted zones, especially within areas of potential inundation,
will be conducted to confirm or deny the above indication.
If a site of cultural importance is discovered, an appropriate pro-
gram of investigation will be initiated to determine the steps to be taken
to either preserve or clear the area for development.
SOCIOECONOMIC AND RECREATIONAL USE STUDIES
The social and economic impacts of the proposed Dayebas Creek Hydro-
electric Project will involve the short term effects caused by construc-
tion of the project, notably emp 1 oyment generation, and the 1 ong term
affects related to the increased availability of less-expensive electric
power and probably minor effects of operation and maintenance of the
facilities.
project area.
Office Phase
Some impacts may also occur to the recreational use of the
The preliminary analysis will involve review of the project plan to
ascertain such factors as employment generation (timing, skills, extent of
local hire, etc.), the amount of local purchases of materials and services,
the housing of construction workers, logistics, and transportation of men
and materia 1.
Published literature on the economy and culture of the Haines area
will be reviewed. Other projects that may have socioeconomic impacts
during the same time frame as the project or which could cause long term
changes in the social and economic infrastructure will also be reviewed.
Demographic, social, and economic trends without and with the project will
be discerned. Current recreational uses will be inventoried.
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Field Data Collection Program
In addition to the office literature review and telephone contacts in
the area, a field trip will be conducted to gain first hand information
from Haines residents, native groups, and business leaders on the social
and economic infrastructure and concerns of the area. Key socioeconomic
issues will be identified and prioritized. Information on subsistence and
recreational activities in the area of the project will also be collected
on this field trip.
Final Analysis
Data obtained in the field will · be compared with the published data
base and analyzed. The key socioeconomic issues will be identified and
possible mitigation measures formulated. Emphasis will be on an analysis
of the following potential impacts:
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The short-term employment effects of the project including the
timing, nature and amount of employment generated by construc-
tion, and the extent of local hire as well as any competition
between various labor markets.
Secondary employment effects in the transportation and service
sectors in Haines.
• The housing and interaction of outside construction workers
relative to the residents of Haines.
• Any disturbance or disruption to the local residents or their
cultural and subsistence activities caused by construction ac-
tivities or the presnece of non-resident workers.
• The 1 ong term effects on the economy of Haines through the
availability of less expensive electric power.
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REPORT PREPARATION
Products to be prepared by Dames & Moore as a result of the above
investigations will include:
1. Drafts of Exhibits R, S, and V (as per FERC Rules of Practice and
Procedure).
2. Summary reports relating to water quality and socioeconomic aspects.
Additionally, Dames & Moore will interact with the R.W. Beck staff
during the preparation of Exhibit W, serving primarily in a review capa-
city.
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PROJECT SCHEDULE
,---------R. W. BECK AND ASSOCIATES. INC./ TRYCK NYMAN & HAYES---------,
PROJECT SCHEDULE
The Project Schedule, presented in Exhibit II at the end of this
section, shows the relative timing and duration of the key work tasks to be
provided by the Consulting Engineer. The schedule is based on our experience
in Alaska and other locations in conducting such feasibility investigations
and preparing FERC License Applications for small-scale hydropower projects.
Based on this experience and assuming an order to proceed being given approxi-
mately August 1, we estimate that a draft of the Preliminary Feasibility
Assessment Report can be submitted for APA review and comments within six
months. Allowing a month for review of the report by APA; it is assumed that
APA will then make a decision to proceed with the Detailed Feasibility Study
and preparation of the License Application.
Initiation of Phase II services will commence immediately following
notice to proceed.
A draft of the Detailed Feasibility Report would be completed and
forwarded to APA by January 1, 1982 for review and comments. The FERC License
Application will proceed concurrently towards the latter part of the Detailed
Feasibility Report and a draft will also be completed for review by the
Authority by June 1982. The initial Application will be completed and sent to
the FERC about four weeks after receipt of the Authority's comments on the
Draft Application. It is anticipated that formal FERC acceptance of the
Application will be recognized by the end of August 1982.
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1980 1981 1982
PHASE I TASK --
JUL AUG SEP OCT NOV DEC JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN JUL AUG SEP OCT NOV DEC JAN FEB MA R APR MAY JUN JUL AU'3
PHASE I
DATA COMPILATION AND REVIEW.
SITE RECONNAISSANCE u=
HYDROLOGY AND POWER STUDIES --...,..---. I IIIII IIIII 111111 IIIII IIIII I IIIII 111111111111 IIIII 111111 IIIII I IIIII IIIII I IIIII IIIII
PROJECT FORMULATION
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DATA PROCUREMENT AND EVALUATION
FIELD STUDIES
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ECONOMIC ANAtYSIS 2
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•• FERC LICENSE APPLICATION I IIIII ** ~ Ullll IIIII I IIIII
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@) ACCEPTANCE BY FERC DA~ 1~~ 1 ~~ JUNE 1980 BBB EXH IBIT JI'
ESITMATED BUDGET FOR
CONSULTING SERVICES
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PHASE I:
ESTIMATED BUDGET
DETAILED FEASIBILITY STUDY AND
LICENSE APPLICATION PREPARATION
DAYEBAS CREEK HYDROELECTRIC PROJECT
Labor
Task
Data Procurement and Evaluation ••••••••••••••
Site Reconnaissance ••••••••••••••••••••••••••
Hydrology and Power Studies ••••••••••••••••••
Project Formulation ••••••••••••••••••••••••••
Project Economics ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••
Preliminary Feasibility Assessment Report ••••
Labor Subtotal •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••
R. W. Beck!Tryck, Nyman & Hayes Expenses ...
Subcontractors
Converse Ward Davis Dixon Inc. •••••••••••••••
Dames and Moore ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••
Subcontractors Subtotal ••••••••••••••••••••
PHASE I TOTAL ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••
PHASE II:
Project Liaison and Coordination •••••••••••••
Data Procurement and Evaluation ••••••••••••••
Field Studies ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••
Preliminary Design Studies •••••••••••••••••••
Environmental Analysis •••••••••••••••••••••••
Economic Analysis ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••
Detailed Feasibility Report ••••••••••••••••••
FERC License Application •••••••••••••••••••••
Labor Subtotal •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••
Total Cost
$ 3,000
6,000
11,000
11,000
4,000
14,000
49,000
10,000
5,000
13,000
18,000
$77,000
$ 25,000
3,000
26,000
45,000
32,000
12,000
23,000
60,000
226,000
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Task
R. W. Beck/Tryck, Nyman & Hayes Expenses •••
Subcontractors
Dames and Moore ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••
Converse Ward Davis Dixon, Inc. ••••••••••••••
Air Photo Tech Inc •••••••••••••••••••••••••••
Subcontractors Subtotal ••••••••••••••••••••
PHASE II TOTAL .............................
PROJECT TOTAL ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••
ESTIMATED BUDGET
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Total Cost
35,000
153,000
159,000
7,000
319,000
$580,000
$657,000