HomeMy WebLinkAboutGunnuk Creek Appendix BSeptember 3, 2013
Jodi Mitchell
General Manager
Inside Passage Electric Cooperative
12480 Mendenhall Loop Rd.
Juneau, AK 99821
Subject: Gunnuk Creek Hydroelectric Project
Feasibility Study -Budgetary Estimate
Dear Ms. Mitchell:
HDR Alaska, Inc. is pleased to provide you this estimate to conduct a feasibility study for a
potential hydroelectric project on Gunnuk Creek near Kake, Alaska. Previous reconnaissance
studies have indicated that the area may be well -suited for development of a small hydroelectric
project that could reduce or eliminate the Kake Community's dependence upon expensive. diesel
fuel generation. A detailed feasibility study is the logical next step towards development of a
project.
A feasibility study would include the following elements:
• Installation of stream gages and development of long-term flow projections necessary to
estimate the amount of energy;
s Preliminary geotechnical investigations;
• Development of preliminary engineering designs necessary to establish technical
feasibility and develop cost estimates;
• An assessment of fisheries, wildlife, wetlands, endangered species and cultural resources
within the project area;
• A jurisdictional analysis of the regulatory requirements for the project.
A budgetary estimate for the feasibility study outlined above would be $300,000. We would be
happy to provide you with a more detailed scope and budget upon request. If you have any
questions, or would like to discuss further, please don't hesitate to contact myself or Paul
Berkshire (paul.berkshirena,hdrinc.com) or at 907/360-1015.
Sincerely,
HDR Alaska, Inc.
Mark Dalton
Senior Vice President
RDR Alaska, Inc. 2525CStreet Phone: (907) 644.2000
_ - I Suite 305 I Fax: (907) 644-2022
Anchorage, AK 99503-2632 wvwIttinnc.com