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February 17. 1982
Mr. Eric Yould
Executive Director
Alaska Power Authority
Anchorage, Alaska
(lear Mr. Yould:
RECEIVED
ALASKA POWS\ AUTH0;11"fY
The Alaska Department of F" h and Game submits the following program and
budget proposal (Attachment A 'fhrough F) to the Alaska Power Authority
(APA) as review draft of our reconmendations for the Phase !! FY83 Aquatic
Study.
Attachment A presents the xt of our present June 1981 RSA agreement with
recommended changes in br cketed anc underlined text immediately following
the original text to be c anged and which is so underlin1rl.
We request that APA rev ew this draft as soon
with Robert· Mohn and ave Wozniak be arrang
development at their ea liest convenience.
Sincerely,
Thomas W. Trent
Su Hydro Aquatic St dies Coordinator
cc: R; Andrews
S. Pennoyer
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ATTACHMENT A -GENERAL TERMS AND ACCORD OF AGREEMENT
The Alaska Power Authority and the Alaska Department of Fish
and Game have mutually agreed:
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that the fish and wildlife studies are necessary effort
to detPrmine potential impacts of the Susitna
Hydroelectric Project on the valuable fish and wildlifE
resources of the Susitna River Basin.
that Acres-American, the prime contractor for the
Susitna Hydroelectric Project Feasibility Studies, will
review the results of ADF&G's field programs providing
baseline fish and wildlife population and habitat
information, and as the Alaska Power Authorities repre-
sentative prepare the fish and wildlife Exhibit~ (E),
of the filing documents for the Federal Energy
Regulatory Commission license for. the project.
that, although the studies conducted in Phase I of the
Susitna Hydroelectric Feasibility Studies can provide a
preliminary assessment of project impacts and are a
basis for preparation for the Exhibit~ (E),
continuation studies into Phase II will b~ essential to
make the best judgement of the project impacts and
identify fish and wildlife mitigation alternatives.
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Therefore, the Alaska Power Authority has agreed to fund the
Alaska Department of Fish and Game participation in the
Susitna Hydro Feasibility studies. and AOF&G agrees to
implement these st!_dies (the aQuatic studi~s) as follows:
ADF&G Studies Susitna Hydro Feasibility Study Team and its
General Functions
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2.
The Alaska Department of Fish and Game will establish a
Susitna Hydro F~asibility Studies Team.
The ADF&G Susitna Hydro Feasibility Studies Team will
function in the:
a. coordination and further development of the fish and
wildlife studies with the APA, Acres-American, other
fish and wildlife or resources agencies, and other
feasibility study contractors as appropriate
b. the development and recommendation of the
Department's policies, concerns, and advic~s with
respect to resource protection, study direction and
their progress to APA, Acres-American, other fish
and wildlife and resource agencies and study
contractors.
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c. representation of the Alaska Department of Fish and
Game on the Fish and Wildlife Steering Committee.
and for coordinating the involvement of other
delegated Department representatives from outside
the study team.
d. review and approval. as delegated by the
Commissioner to the ADF&G Studies Coordinator. of
the Susitna Hydro Project Feasibility Study
activities of APA, Acres-American or their
subcontractors which may affect State designated
anadromous fish waters. (This sectioA should be
deleted)
e. implementation of the fisheries baseline studies.
(Wildlife studies are covered in a separate
agreement, but staff of these studies are part of
the ADF&G Studies Team.)
Administration and Support
APA has agreed:
1. To fund ADF&G administration and support services for
ov~rall Susitna Hydro Project Studies coordination,
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planning and implementation as shown in Attachment I
(for Phase 11 as shown in Attachment I.). The
purpose of these funds is to:
a. provide for basic State personnel and budget
administration at the Anchorage office of the Study
Team, and additionally fund administrative support
required from within the ADF&& Division of
Administration in Juneau.
b. provide for support services of:
1) ADF&G personnel to develop, manage, and analyze
data being generated by the fisheries field
program
2)
3)
ADF&G personnel to maintain and construct
equipment apparatus needed for the field program
ADF&G personnel to edit scientific and technical
reports and documents generated by the field
research program
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That Acres-American provide certain supplemental
administration and support services directly to ADF&G as
shown in Attachment II.
The purpose of this support is:
a) provide clerical assistance for typing of required
reports and documents r~lated to the Susitna Hydro
Project, (until September 30, 1982).
b) provide cartographic and drafting services for
required technical and scientific reports and
documents (until September 30, 1982).
c) provide the full time assistance of a
hydraulic engineer to the ADF&G to aid in planning,
im.plementation and evaluation of seasonal and
spatial habitat (aquatic habitat and instream flow)
studies in consultation with ADF&G, the Alaska
Department of Natural Resourtes and the U.S. Fish and
Wildlife Service (until September 30. 1982)
(~) (~fter September 30, 1982 thote positi~ns required
f~r support under (a) and (b) above will be funded
as state positi~ns within the Department of Fish and
Game.)
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(!) (After September 30, 1982 the servjces of a
hydraulic engineer will be funded through an
appropriate contract of the APA with the Phase II
studies prime contractor.)
d) (!) provide office space, warehousing, workshop and
outside storage space to support the fisheries field
studies, and the program administrative,
coordination and support staff, as well as the office
supplies, office equipment and communication services
required for this staff (until September 30, 1982) .
(After this date funds and support of these services
!.!ll provided to and managed by the Alaska Depart-
ment of Fish and Game.)
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ADF&G agree!:
that the Clerk IV (Administrative Assistant !} under the
Su-Hydro Coordinator, in addition to other duties, will be
responsible for the coordination, on a departmental basis,
of the monitoring and administrative processing of all
personnel, purchasing. and accounting documents for the
Division of Sport Fish, Division of Commercial Fisheries,
and Habitat Protection Section (delete the preceeding). The
Divisions of Sport Fish and Commercial Fisheries will
forward all approved personnel, purchasing, and accounting
documents directly to the Su-Hydro Coordinator's Office to be
processed for payment~ etc. The Divisions of Sport fish and
Commercial Fisheries will provide to the Su-Hydro
Coordinator's Office, each month, r.opies of the payroll
warrant registers, monthly expenditure journals (MEJs), and
current year authorization balances runs for their codes
affected by the APA project. The Clerk IV (Administrative
Assistant!). in turn, will provide to the Divisions of Sport
Fish and Commercial Fisheries monthly audit reports on the
status of their fund balances.
Field Program
• ADF&G agrees to implement the fisheries-aquatic studies
program as shown in Attachment ill· (Attachments B through )
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APA and Acres-Amer1can have agreed that Acres-American will
provide the equipment shown in Attachment !! (Attachments B
through F ) for use in the ADF&G fisheries program. { U"nt i 1
September 30, 1982 and APA designates the contractor who will
continue this function after this date). The schedule for
obtaining and the release and use of this equipment to ADF&G
by Acres-American will be in accordance with the field study
timeframes shown in Attachment III, {Attachments 0 throuih_f) •
. Helicopter Support
APA and Acres-American have agreed that Acres-American
will provide helicopter support for transport of field
crews, equipment and material in the studies area. The
minimum air hour requirements for helicopter support
will basically follow these outlined in AOF&G's October
11· 1979 (February 1982) study proposals and modified to
the timeframes below: (delete the preceding)
Resident & Juvenile Anadromous Project
Aquatic Habitat and Instream Flow Project
Adult Anadromous Project
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FY 83
120 hrs.
117 hrs.
30 hrs."
267 hrs.
Reporting Reouirements
of reporting requirements to Acres-American and
Terrestrial Environmental Services as shown in
Attachment V.
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(The Alaska Deoartment of Fish and Game will provide
draft annual report on data collection by February 1
a final draft by March 1 of each project year 1 commenc
with FY 83. ADF&G will provide budgetary requirements
for an impact analysis of thes~ data collection reports
if APA requests the ADF&G to assist with and/or perform
this function. This report would be due by May 1 of
each project year.)
Procedures Manual
The Alaska Department of Fish and Game will provide
procedures manual sections to Acres-American and
Terrestrial Environmental Services in accordance with
Attachment VI.
(The Alaska Department of Fish and Game will provide
an annual update of the aquatic studies procedure manual
by June 1 of each p.roject year.)
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SU HYDRO AQUATIC STUDIES FY-83 BUDGET Sm·vtARY
Sport Fish Conmercial Fish
Line line -
100 1,848.5 100 485.3
200 91.1 zoo 17.9
300 461.2 300 91.4
400 233.7 400 122.5
Subtotal 2,634.5 Subtotal 717.1
ADF&G Equipment Supplied by Acres American, Inc.
Sport Fish
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Subtotal
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342.3
Conmercia·l Fish
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50\J 59.5
Subtotal 59.5
Total 3,351.6
Total 401.8
Subtotal 3,753.4
SF -CF Support Services Supplied by Acres American, Inc. until
September 30, 1982
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300
400
Subtotal
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* Grand Total this Draft 3,828.5
* Includes stock separation costs
but excludes Watana Camp and
helicopter support costs supplied
by Acres American, Inc. Personal
services (line 100) do not include
FY-83 salary increases appropriated
by legislative action.
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ATTACHMENT B -ADMlNISTRATlON AND SUPPORT UNIT
The Alaska Department of Fish and Game Su Hydro Aquatic
Studies is composed of five organizational elements. these
are:
1. Administrative and Support Unit
2. Data Processing Unit
3. Resident and Juvenile Anadromous Project
4. Aquatic Habitat and Instream Flow Project
5. Anadromous Adult Project
This program statement outlines the basic objectives for each
of these program elements. Tasks to be accomplished within
each element. the manpower requirements and budget to
accomplish these tasks for FY 83 are in the attachment
sections of the program.
ADMINISTRATION and SUPPORT UNIT
Background
The Administrative and Support Unit of the Su Hydro Aquatic
Studies is composed of staff administering and directing the
overall staff and activities of the other four project
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elements and of staff who provide clerical, budget and
expenditure, equipment purchase, and repair services for the
project. This unit is responsible through the Aquatic
Studies Coordinator, for coordination with APA, other
dgencies and contractors on administrative and technical
matters, and also at the Direction of the Commissioner of the
Department of Fish and Game and Directors of the Sport Fish ~~~~~~--~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
and Commercial Fish Divisions carries out those duties
assigned as necessary to accomplish and report on the Su
Hydro Aquatic Studies as a office of the Department of Fish
and Game.
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Objectives
1. To function, in FY-83, in a coordination role
between the other four organizational elements
of the Su Hydro Aquatic Studies Team, othe·r
Department Divisions and:
a) the Alaska Power Authority (APA);
b) sub-contractors of the APA;
c) Federal, state and local government
agencies;
d) private corporations;
e) special interest groups; and
f) the public
on matters related tc the Alaska Department of Fish
and Game aquatic studies data collection program
being conducted for the proposed Susitna
Hydroelectric Project.
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Taskt to be pe¥foreed under this objective are:
a. to plan and coordinate the develQpment of
the fisheries, aquatic habitat and instream
flow studies by the Su Hydro Aquatic
Studies Team with the APA and its
contractors, governmental agencies,. private
corporations, special interest groups, and
the public as appropriate.
b. to provide support for the development of
ADF&G policy with respect to the
Departments concerns, advices, and
recommendations regarding fisheries
resource and aquatic habitat protection to
the APA and its contractors, governmental
agencies, private corporations, special
interest groups, and the public.
c. to represent the Department of fish and
Game on the Su Hydro Steering Committee
and the Su Hydro fisheries~itigation
Task force Core Group,. and coordinate
the involvement of other Departmental
representatives as required on these
committees.
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2. To provide and coordinate administrative, personnel
and equipment support services to the other four
project elements in FY 83.
Tasks under this objective are:
a. to provide for the general administration
of the collective ADF&G Su Hydro Aquatic
Studies Office.
b. to provide basic State personnel and budget
administration for the Su Hydro Aquatic
Studies Team.
c. to coordinate and direct the work of the
support personnel employed by Acres
American for the ADF&G Su Hydro Aquatic
Studies Team, until September 30, 1982.
d. to administer the purchase of capital
equipment pL~chased through Acres-American
for the Su Hydro Aquatic Studies on other
contractors as designated by APA.
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maintenance and repair of capital
equipment used by the Su Hydro Aquatic
Studies Team.
to review and edit as drafts of
scientific and technical reports.
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ATTACHMENT B-1
ADMINISTRATION AND SUPPORT UN]T
Line 100 -Personal Services
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FB V F&G Supervisor 22
FB III Asst. Proj. Coord. 18
81ometrictan III 18
Adininis-trative Asst. I 12
Clerk Typist III . 8
Clerk Typist III 8
FB III RJ 18
FB. Ill AH 18
FB-III AA 18
Maintenance r~ech. II
Mechanic IV
Line 200 -Travel
Project Coordinator's Office
Project Leaders
Equipment Maintenance
Line 300 -Contractual Services
Project Coordinator's Office
Project Leaders
Equipment Maintenance
Line 400 -Commodities
Project Coordinator's Office
Project Leaders
Equipment Maintenance
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ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT UNIT
line 500 -Equipment to be purchased through Acres American.. Inc.
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1 12 Desks
2 5 Book cases
3 6 File cabinets
4 12 Chairs, desk
5 2 Chair posture
6 1 Drafting table. 72 ..
1 i Light table
8 2 Drafting stool
9 Drafting tools
10 1 U1 trasonic pen cleaner
11 1 Drafting tool cabinet
12 1 Tape recorder
13 1 Slide project or w/access.
14 2 Typing Station desk
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EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE -ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT UrHT
line 500 -Equipment to be purchased thro.ugh Acres American, Inc.
Item Quantit,l Description Unit Cost To.tal Cost
1 1 Tool set 2/cabinet 2.0 2.0
2 1 Sh~etmetal Break~ 52Q 1.0 1.0
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ATTA£HMERT C -DATA PROCESSING UNIT
Background
The extensive studies ~eing cartied out by the ADF&G•s Su Hydro
Aquatic Studies Team entail the collection of Jarge quantities of
field data concer~ed with the distribution and abundance of fish,
and the aquatic habitat associated with these fish in the Susitna
River drat nage. The data processing support unit &f the study
team was created to provide the expertise and •manpower•
necessary to catalog, summarize, and analyze these data.
The cataloguing of this field data into computer data bases is a
necessary precursor to easy retrieval, analysis, and
summarization of the field data. Summal"izati on of the 1 a rge
quantities of cc.llected field data into a concise and
understandable form requires the capabili~ies of a digital
computer with data base management and report production
capabilities. The use of a computer to help in this
summarization ensures that errors in data ~eductibn and analysis
are kept to a minimum. lhe use of computers requires the
expertise of a computer programmer and other associated
electronic data proce~sing personnel.
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An additional facet of the data processing unit fs its
involvement by the untt•s bio-metrician in statistical analysis of
field data and experimental sampling design of field studies.
Experimental sampling design of field studies is a necessary step
in any scientific investfgat1on. The natural variability of the
"real world" results in variability of field measurement!
resulting from a field study often appear conflicting antl
nonsensical. However, with a statistically designed experimenta·
sampling procedure the resultant measurements can be depended
upon to provide the best possible answer to the study•!
o~jectives.
Statistical analysis of field data is necessary due to the
inherent va ri abi 1 i ty of field data, for example the number of
fish collected by a fish trap would vary from sample to samp.e
even if the abundance Gf the fish in the natura 1 popu 1 ati on
remained constant. On the other hand the abundance of the fish
population is expected to vary between one sampling period and
the next period. Accordingly. statistical analysis is necessary
tG ensure that observed variations in field measureme1ts (e.g.
numbers of fish collected) are large and accurate enough to
indicate an actual variation in the cbaracte~Jri5tic of interest.
Note that the same can be said for the opposite condition. that
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is, lack of variations in field measurements must also be
analyzed statistically in order to ensure that the observed
stability of the measurements indicates an actual stability of
the characteristic of interest.
The data processing support urtit of the aquatic study team also
provides biometric evaluation of scientific reports. This
evaluation is designed to ensure that all analyses.
interpretations. and cone 1 us ions in these reports are founded
upon observed fie 1 d data. Furthermore.. the eva 1 uat ion should
make sure that all conjectures and hypotheses in these reports
are iabeied as such.
Objectives
The objectives of the data processing support unit of the
ADF&G Su Hydro Aquatic Studies Team in FY 83 are as follows:
1. To provide data processing support to the three field
program elements. The tasks under this objective
are:
a. r.ornputerization of all data collected in the
field studies. This computerization into
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retrievable data bases allows for easy and
accurate retrieval of data for analysis and
summarization;
b. production of summary report tables and computer
plotted graphics, with simple univariate
statistics (e.g. minimums, maximums, means, and
confidence intervals); and
c. programming and execution of programs to provide
computer quality execution of statistical
analyses.
2. To provide statistical analysis of scientific and
technical data collected by t~e field program
elements. The tasks under this objective are:
a. computation of fish population estimates and
associated confidence intervals from
mark/recapture field studies and sonar counts;
b. comparison of biological attributes of fish
populations (e.g. length, weight, and age) among
sampling areas and sampling periods;
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c. testing for possible relationships among aquatic
habitat parameters• and
d. testing for possible relationships among aquatic
habitat parameters and the associated fish
populations in sampled areas.
3. To provide advice on experimental sampling design of
the field study programs, to ensure that the field
studies will yield the type and quantity of data
, It needed to meet their objectives.
4. To provide biometric evaluation of the study team•s
scientific reports, to ensure that all conclusions
are founded upon sound statistical analysis and
interpretation of the collected field data.
Work Plan
The proposed work plan for meeting the objectives of the data
processing support unit is be. sed pri rna ri ly on the procedures
develop in FY 1982. During FY 1982, data collected from the
winter o~ 1980 through the fall of 1981 was catalogued,
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su.-arized, and analyzed. This process entailed starting up the
data processing unit in teras of personnel. and computer hardware
and software. The procedures develop during this time are
outlined in the following discussion.
Computerization of field data entails coding of data onto
keypunching coding sheets by data processing pe~sonnel.
During the coding process initial checks are made for
accuracy of recorded field data in terms of clarity.
consistency, and feasibility {e.g. can the water temperature
really be 40C?!!?). Coded keypunch forms are then sent to
Boeing Computer Services {BCS) for keypunching. We have
found the BCS keypunching services to be a very high quality
and reasonable price. After completion of keypunching, the
data is loaded into the BCS computer via cards and then
processed through an error searching program called DATAMAP.
DATAMAP can find gross errors due to miscoding and
keypunching. These gross errors are corrected then the data
is input into a data base management system call SIR .
1Scientific Information Retrieval). SIR provides data
processing with the capability of extensive data base
management tools such as sorting. conditional retrieval~
simple statistics, and interfacing with more advanced
computerized statistical packages (i.e. SPSS and BMDP).
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An indispensable aid in the process of computerization has
been the computing capabilities provided by an inhouse
microcomputer. The microcomputer is a Vector Graphics 3005
system. with 56K memory. Z-80A 11icroprocessor, 5.25 inch
floppy disk drive, 5.25 inch hard disk drive with 5
megabytes of on-line storage, and a letter quality printer.
The mfcro has been used for interaction with the BCS
mainframe computer, this interaction is of a complexity and
speed which could not be attained by an ordinary •dumb"
terminal. Report quality tables have been produced with the
microcomputer and its associated printer. An additional
interface with a Tektronix 4662 flat-bed plotter provides
data processing with the capability to produce report
quality graphic presentation of field data.
A Tektronix 4010 graphics terminal will shortly (March-April
1982) be useful in utilizing the BCS's full range of
graphics packages, which will free up inhouse programming
efforts for other tasks.
During 1981 the tasks of data processing were carried out by
a Biometrician II, an EDP Programmer III, and a Data Control
Clerk II. These tasks were primarily directed at the first
two objectives listed above (i.e. data processing
support and statistical analyses)., very limited experimental
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design or biometric evaluation was carried out itt 1981. The
lack of input into experimenta 1 design in 1981 was primarily
due to the late hiring of the project biometrician. However
the shortage of biometric input and evaluatian of project
reports was due to a heavy workload of data processing and
programming activities of the project biometrician.
Computer programming activities by the biometrician were
necessitated due to the initial start up nature o.f data
processing (accordingly more programming was necessary in
1981 than is expected in 1982), there will still be some
programming carried out by the biometrician in FY 1983. If
the FY 1983 staff remains the same then a good deal of the
data processing activities of the bfometrican would be
expected to be mare time consuming in FY 1983, due to
proposed increased fie 1 d co 11 ect ian efforts and the taking
over of more data processing activities that were carried
out by Adult Anadromous personnel in FY 1982. Accordingly,
we are proposing a new staff position for FY 83.
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requesting a fishery biologist (rather than a programmer or
a data control clerk) due to the need for someone in data
processing with experience in field data collection
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data. Presently. this recognition and correctiott of
problems is carried out by the biometrician and field
biologist in the three field projf!cts. Additional duties of
the fishery biologist would be to coordinate data processing
activities such as collecting data from the three field
projects (this would sometimes entail field work).
coordinate and help in coding of data onto keypunch coding
forms. and coordinate report production and analyses on the
computer . The coordination of report production and
computer analyses would be under supervision of the
biometrician. but standard report production attivftfes
could and would be coordinated by the fishery biologis~.
The time freed by the taking up of duties by the new data
processing fishery biologist would allow the staff
biometrician more time for the last two data processing
objectives listed above. The staff data control clerk would
have enough time to do most of the coding and error checking
of the data • Finallyt the staff programmer would be freed
from data processing activities and could devote full time
to programming.
It is still anticipated that some temporary help will be
needed for some coding and error checking of data.
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Accordingly. the budget includes nine months of fishery
biologist I wages to be used for •picking up• seasonal
personnel after the end of the ice-free field season.
The budget for travel, commodities, and capital purchases is
designed to provide adequate funds for all of data
processing•s task. Some of the funds outlined are items
necessary to support a new fishery biologist position. The
proposed data processing budget does not include
administrative and support funds for the new fishery
biologist position (e.g. desk and moving cost). Most of the
new equipment and funds are necessary to a 11 ow the staff
biometrician and the programmer with adequate tools to do
their job. The two new microcomputers requested (alo~g with
the semi-disk and software packages) are necessary in order
to allow both the biometrician and programmer to do
accomplish their assigned tasks in an efficient manner,
while still providing access of the present microcomputer to
the data control clerk and the new fishery biologist.
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DATA PROCESSlNC UNIT
line 100 -Personal Services
Class Grade
4193 £0P ProgrUIIIer III 17
4191 Data Control Clerk II 11
*NEW FB I/II 16
4190 Cartog.raph~r II 15
BORROSIED FB I 14
line 200 -Travel
Travel & Per"Diem
line 300 -Contractual Services
Boeing Computer Services
Instream Flow Analysis
Training
Other
line 400 -Commodities
Data Processing Related Supplies
Drafting Supplies
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DATA PROCESSING UNIT
Line 500 -Equipment to be purchased through Acres American. Inc.
It~m Quantity Qescription Unit Cost Total Cost
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ATTACHMENT D -RESIDENT AND JUVENILE ANAOROMOUS PROJECT
Background
During FY 82 Resident and Juvenile Anadromous {RJ} investigations were
initiated to describe distribution and relative abundance of resident and
juvenile anadromous fish within the project area. The RJ studies conducted
from November. 1980 to October, 1981 provided information on 11 known resident
fish, five juvenile anadromous and one adult anadromous fish Sf)ecies, as
listed below •
Resident fish
Rainbow trout
Arctic grayling
Burbot
Rourtd whitefish
Humpback whitefish
(Coregonus sp.)
Longnose sucker
D~lly Varden/char
Threespine stickleback
Slimy sculpin
Northern pike
Arctic 1 amprey
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Chinook salmon
Coho salmon
Chum salmon
Sockeye salmon
Pink salmon
Adult Anadromous Fish
Bering cisco
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Data co 11 ected by RJ crews during FY 82 have furnished va 1 uab 1 e baseline.
data however, it is essential to continue and expand these studies over
several years in order to accurately describe the seasonal distributions of
resident and juvenile anadromous fish in the Susitna River and to determine
the various biological and hydrological factors related to their presence.
Sa~ling procedures based on FY 82 results will be implemented in FY 83 to
permit a more comprehensive evaluation of seasonal fish distribution,
biological, and habitat characteristics of the sites to be sampled. -,
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male/female ratios Df ad-.alt residents. Additional seasonal distrib-.ation,
relative abundance, and biological data will be gath"'r~ on juvenile
residents and juvenile pink, chum, and sockeye salmon in order to evaluate
habitat requirements for various stages of their life histories. The fact
that Phase I data did not provide a basis for determining the rearing
characteristics and habitat for sockeye fry and juveniles is one example of
the need for further study in this subject area. Expanded studies proposed
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mainstem and slough spawning sites, spawning habits and timing, incubation
of embryos, and seasonal movements for all species. A primary interest
will be to characterize the timing of spawning for burbot and grayling in
the Susitna River. Another facet of the 1982 studies will be to collect
and evaluate baseline benthic and fish stomachs data to provide the basis
for developing a more comprehensive food habitat program in 1983 (FY 84).
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Positive results obtained from a limited amount of sampling with
electroshockers in 1981 have indicated that expanded use of this technique
for tagging and radiotelemetry will be of considerable value in Phase II
studies. Use of a smolt trap is being incorporated into the FY 83 studies
in order to determine timing of smoltification and outmigration of juvenile
salmon from the Talkeetna to Devil Canyon reach. Additionally. a study has
also been proposed for FY 83 to initiate an evaluation of transmission nd
access corridor areas to determine potential impacts on fishery resources
in these areas. This ....... .....__. study proposa 1 is based on the ADF&6 • s
recommendations made in our November 1979 plan of study. The components of
this RJ study proposal are:
1. Resident and Juvenile Anadromous Distribution Study
2. Anadromous Outmigration (Smolt} Study
3. Electrofishing Survey
4. Upper River -Impoundment Study
5. Upper River -Access and Transmission Corridor Study
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Resident and Juvenile AnadTOmOus Distribution Study
Background
During FY 82 joint crews of Resident and Juvenile Anadromous (RJ) and
Aquatic Habitat and Instream Flow (AH) personnel collected fishery and
habitat data at 82 habitat location sites within the study area. These ---..
data provided a basis for describing the baseline seasonal characteristics
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chemistry and hydrological characteristics associated with fish tra.pping
locations. This data collection will be continued and expanded in Phase II
to further refine the Phase I data base and thus provide better
understanding of general fish distribution,. timing of spawning,. rearing,.
. incubation, and passage events and the general habitat characteristic;s of
the Susitna River system. Resident and juvenile anadromous fish
distribution studies will be conducted. unlike Phase I studies, solely by
RJ personnel to permit AH personnel to concentrate on specialized habitat
studies.
Objectives
A. Define seasonal distribution and relative abundance of resident and
juvenile anadromous fish in the Susitna River between Cook Inlet and
Devil Canyon.
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Task 1. Through direct field observations and measurements expand
and refine the result of the 1981 RJ/AH Habitat Location
Study regarding relative abundance., geographical and seasonal
distribution, and movement of resident and juvenile
anadromous fishes.
Task 2. Record age class composition, length frequencies., sex ratios,
and general life history infonnation on captured fish.
B. Characterize the seasonal habitat requirements of selected anadromous
and resident species within the study area •
Task 1. Monitor water quality and staff gages at designated habitat
locations.
Task 2. Hap habitat characteristics and locations of sampling sites
within each habitat location.
Resident and juvenile anadromous fish distribution data will be collected
from habitats located in the following 3 lower Susitna River areas.
1) Deshka to Talkeetna -Mainstem., sloughs~ and tributary mouths
2) Talkeetna to Devil Canyon -Mainst..l>J'R, sloughs, and tributary
mouths
3} Indian River and Portage Creek -Tributaries
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Work Plan
Suaaer Field Season -May through October
Two two-man crews will collect RJ habitat location data below Devil Canyon.
One crew will be based out of a camp at Sunshine and will sample habitat
locations between the Deshka River (RM 40.6) and Talkeetna (RM 97.0). This
crew will also operate the lower east bank Sunshine Station fishwheel from
ice out until the Adult Anadromous crew takes over on June 7. The second
crew will have base camps at Talkeetna and Gold Creek and will be
responsible for sampling habitat locations from Talkeetna (RM 97 .0} to
Devn Canyon (RM@ 8oth of these crews will assist with the smolt
trap at Talkeetna and sampling habitat locations on Indian River and
Portage Creek.
Tasks 1 and 2 will be accomplished by continuing the basic RJ/AH habitat
location study program initiated in 1981.
The following refinements will be made to the program:
a. discontinue sampling locations downstream of the Oeshka River
(RM 40.6)
b. determine whether habitat locations in the Delta Islands to Devil
Canyon reach should be added, dropped or modified and to select
FY 83 locations.
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Task 3 will be accomplished similar to the above.
The Resident and Juvenile Anadromous crews will be trained by Aquatic
Habitat personnel to measure aquatic habitat parameters and subsequently
talce over the responsibility of collecting this data at habitat locations.
Winter Field Season -November through April
During this rews will conduct winter satnpling at
habitat locations below Devil canyon. Two crews will be based at the
Talkeetna ADF&G house at Talkeetna and will sample habitat locations
between the Deshka River (Rf.f 40.6) and Mainstem 2 (RM 114.4). The third
crew wi 11 work out of a cabin at Go 1 d Creek and wi 11 samp 1 e habitat
locations between Curry (RM 120. 7) and Devil Canyon (RM 148.8). Habitat
locations which can not be reached safeiy by snowmachine wiii be sampied on
a reduced schedule via helicopter.
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AnadrQIIIOUS Outmigration (Smolt) Study
Background
Previous stud-ies of the Susitna River have utilized minnow traps, beach
seines. and electrofishing for the collection of juvenile anadromous
species to characterize their early life histories. Minnow traps have not
proven to be successful in certain lotic environments for the capture of
pink, sockeye, and chum salmon juveniles. High rher velocities and uneven
substrates conditions preclude the use of beach seines. Electrofishing is
restricted ·~~s b~~nd~iv~ty~~~ _reduced visibillty.J A mainstem
river station~ry fish trap and the installation of a weir at Iron Creek
were originally proposed in the ADF&G Preliminary Final Plan of Study in
November, 1979. A memorandum on June 2, 1980 to the Alaska Power Authority
reiterated the Department's recommendation to establish a stationary fish
trap and develop suitable sampling techniques for the collection of
juvenile anadtomous species. However, neither the fish trap or weir were
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The need for incorporation of additional sampling techniques to adequately
determine the complete life histories of juvenile anadromous fish in the
Susitna River has been a fundamental advice of the Alaska Department of
Fish and Game. It is necessary to deploy a downstream migrant fish trap
for the study of smoltification and oubiligration of juvenile salmon.
Mainstem and slough surveys of salmon spawning sites should be conducted to
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assess the spawning success. over winter survival, and emergence timing for
these spec,ies. These techniques in conjuction with the standard sampling
gear will provide the data base necessary for the characterization of the
early life histories of juvenile anadromous species in the Susitna River.
Objectives
A. Determine timing of smoltification and/or outmigration of juvenile
salmon from the Talkeetna to Devil Canyon reach of the Susitna River.
Task 1. Determine the age class composition of coho and chinook
salmon smolts/outmigrants.
Task 2.
Work Plan
To provide qualitative estimates of spawning success, ov~r
winter survival of eggs and alevin, and timing of emergence
for slough and mainstem spawning salmon species between
Talkeetna and Devil Canyon.
The smolt trap will be located at Talkeetna Station and will be run
continuously by a two man crew from July 1 to September 31, 1982 and the
period imnediately following ice out to June 30, 1983. Size frequency and
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age analysis by species will be determined from subsamples of collected
fish.
Slough pre-emergent studies will be limited to the Talkeetna to Dcwi1
Canyon reach. Periodic pre-emergent sampling with standard pre-emergent
gear will be conducted at known mai·nstem and slough spawning sites and
beach seines and electrofishing will be incorporated as time and conditions
allow.
Surveys of known sockeye salmon spawning sites will be conducted utilizing
pre-emergent gear, beach seines. and electrofishing to determine the
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Electrofishing Survey
Backgr'OURd
Ele~trofishing was conducted in early October, 1981 for 10 days by Resident
and Juvenile (RJ) and Aquatic Habitat (AH) personnel in the mainstem
Susitna River between river mile 70.0 to 105.5 utilizing a boat mounted
electrofishing unit. Sampling of resident fish during this time, had three
objectives: {a) locate mainstem river spawning areas of various species of
resident fish. (b) conduct a tag and recapture program. and (c) to capture
adult resident fish for the radio telemetry program~
Electrofishing during October resulted in locating mainstem Susitna River
spawning of Bering cisco. Sexually mature round whitefish in spawning
condi.tion were also captured in the mainstem Susitna River. Two hundred
and ten resident fish and 312 Bering cisco were collected and floy tagged
during the 10 days of electrofishing. Fifteen fish were recaptured, during
the sampling trip.
Electrofishing was also utilized during this time to capture adult resident
f1sh for the radio telemetry program. Electrofishing was utilized due to
the high survival rate of fish .collected by this sampling method (greater
than 951) than other metf:l·: js (gillnets and trotlines) •
Electrofishing conducted in the mainstem Susitna River in October
demonstrated the practicality of boat mounted e1ectroshocking units as a
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sampling method in the Susitna River. Due to mobility, little interference
to elec.trofishing was caused by the effects of the Susitna River (water
velocity, debris, etc.) which liaited the effecthness of other sa~~pling
gear (gillnets. etc.). Also, due to the mobility of electrofishing gear,
interference with the public was not encountered nor is anticipated in
future sampling. lhe practicality of expanded sampling utilizing
electrofisbing is further deoonstrated by the relatively, high capture and
survival rates of adult resident fiSh electrofished compared to other
sampling methods.
Due to these reasons so. .. ; 1 ing utilizing boat mounted electrofishing units
should be expanded to further define distribution and relative abundance
and to characterize the seasonal habitat requirements of anadromous and
resident species within the study area.
Objectives
A. Define distribution and relative abundance of resident and juvenile
anadromous fish in t~ Susitna River between Cook inlet and Devil
Canyon.
Task 1. Identify life functions (i.e. spawning, rea~ing, migration,
feeding} associated with the mainstem Susitna Rher habitats.
Task 2. Record descriptive information on captured fish and discuss
seasonal migration patterns on selected adult resident
species.
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Task 3. Carry out adult anadromous fish studies as outlined.
Task 4. Work in conjuction with the adult anadromous fish project on
the expanded resident fish radio telemetry studies. These
are discussed in the AA Project plan of study.
Characterize the seasonal habitat requirements of selected anadromous
and resident species within the study area.
Task 1. Collect aquatic habitat and instream flow data, i.e. point
velocities and conductivity data as detenmined by AH
personnel.
Task 2. Provide locations of fish and ~~ data to the ~~ point
specific crew.
Work Plan
Electrofishing, incorporating a boat mounted electrofishing unit, will be
conducted from July 1, 1982 to freeze-up. Two RJ biologists will utilize
the electrofishing equipment; and, if a third person is needed to sample on
occasion, he will come from existing staff.
Objective A, Tasks 1 and 2 will be accomplished by periodically sampling a
number of pre-selected locations. Additional sampling (up to 331 of the
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total effort) will be conducted in locations selected in the field in an
attempt to locate concentrations of fish. Tagging 9 tag recovery. and
collection of biological data will also be conducted. Tasks 3 and 4 will
be to determine slough and mainstem Susitna River spawning and milling
areas of adult anadromous fish as outlined in the Adult Anadromous (AA)
study• however9 all costs to accomodate these tasks are contained in the RJ
program.
Objective B. Tasks 1 and 2 to characterize aquatic habitat conditions are
discussed in the AH study.
~ Field stations for this program will be located at Sunshine, Talkeetna. and
Gold Creek, during the open water season.
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the habitat requirements of selected anadromous and resident species. All
other costs are li~ted herein.
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Upper River-Impoundment
Background
Phase I Upper River Impoundment Studies were conducted by joint RJ and AH
crews to identify resident and juvenile anadromous fish species, their
relative abundance and the general aquatic habitat characteristics in areas
which would be tnnundated above Devil Canyon. Additional investigations
were conducted to identify, on a preliminary basis, habitats above the
impoundment which would be available to the existing fishery if the dams
were built. Phase II investigations are designed to refine and augment the
Phase I studies-A primary concern will be to focus the FY 83 activities
on the stretch of river immediately above the proposed impoundment
elevations. Other acthities will be initiated to provide better fish
distribution in adjacent lakes and a better knowledge of fishe~ activi~
in the mainstem Susitna River.
These investigations will be performed by a joint RJ/
crew on a year round basis.
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Objectives
A. Oetennine the seasonal distribution and relative abundance of selected
resident fish populations within the study area above Devil Canyon.
Task 1. Identify passage. spawning, incubation~ and rearing locations
selected resident species and estimate their comparative
importance.
Task 2. Record descriptive information for fish captured and discuss
seasonal migration patterns of selected adult resident species.
B. Characterize the seasonal habitat requirements of selected anadromous
and resident species within the study area (refer to age study plan).
Work Plan
Sunmer
Two biologists. 1 RJ, 1 AH will operate out of a proposed tent camp located
at the mouth of Watana Creek. An AH crew leader will also participate on a
part time basis. The study area for Phase II field work will include the
one mile reach of each of the eight major tributaries upstream from the
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proposed impcundrlent elevation, {the projected location of the new
•mouth•), a nua~er of habitat locations in the Susitna and its sloughs, the
Upper Deadman River syste11 and the eight existing habitat locations.
Access from Anchorage to the study area will be via chartered fixed wing
aircraft. Access to the actual habitat locations will be via Acres
helicopter and ADF&G riverboat.
The sampling plan will provide for:
1. Monthly visits to the eight tributary mouth habitat locations sampled
in 1981
2. Monthly visits to 5 mainstem and slough habitat locations (to be
selected in spring 1982)
3. Population estimates for selected resident fish species in the lake
located at 32N 07E 29.
4. Evaluation of the Upper Deadman and Deadman lake system grayling and
lake trout populations
5. One time only evaluation of grayling population and aquatic habitat
located in the reach of each tributary beginning at the proposed
impoundment elevations and extending one mile upstream. These surveys
will be conducted in July and early August when grayling distribution
is most extensive.
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Winter
Three biologists will conduct two five day sampling trips. one each in
early March and in late March or early April using Acres helicopter. Work
will concentrate on the Susitna and potential overwintering locations in
each tributary. Watana camp will be utHized as a base of operation.
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Upper River-Access and Translrission Corridor Study
Background
Phase I studies did not include fishery and habitat evaluation of the
proposed access and transmission corridors as proposed by the AOF&G in
1979. Therefore. the proposal below has been designed to generate baseline
data to provide a basis for evaluating the impacts of the proposed Access
and Transmission Corridor.
Objectives
A. Determine the open wa~er seasonal distribution and relative abundance
of selected resident and anadromous fish populations within the
access/transmission corridors.
Task 1. Identify passage, spawning~ incubation. and rearing locations
and estimate their comparative importance.
Task 2. Record descriptive information on captured fish and discuss
seasonal migration patterns.
B. Characterize the seasonal habitat requirements of selected anadromous
and resident species within the study area (refer to age study plan).
DRAFT
The study area and information collected by location for the
access/transmission corridor fisheries evaluation are outlined below:
1. Indian River, 3 east side tributaries, Miami take
a. Adult salmon enumeration/timnng
b. Adult salmon spawning distribution
c. Juvenile salmon seasonal distribution by species
d. Adult resident seasonal distribution and relative abundance
e. Adult resident spawning distribution and timing
f. Juvenile resident distribution
g. Aquatic habitat evaluation for each of the above
2. High take lakes area 5 lakes
a. Resident fish species composition
b. Resident fish population age class composition
c. Resident fish population relative abundance
d. Aquatic habitat evaluation
3. Devil Creek {Upper)
a. Resident fish species composition
b. Resident fish species age class composition
c. Resident fish species relative abundance
d. Aquatic habitat evaluation
4. Tsusena Creek {Upper)
a. Resident fish species composition
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c. Resident fish species relative abundance
d. Resident fish species spawning location
e. Resident fish species intrasystem movements
f .. Resident fish species timing of d and e above
g. Resident fish species rearing distribution
h . Aquatic habitat evaluation
Work Plan
Field activities will bel 1 imited to ice free months between July 1, 1982
and October 15, 1982, resuming May 1, 1983 through June 30, 1983 •
A crew of three biologists two RJ, one AH will operate with ADF&G charter
and Acres helicopter support out of Gold Creek and Watana beginning July
1, 1982, RJ will provide 1 FBII crew leader, AH will provide 1 FBI on a
full-time basis who will be supported by his AH crew leader on a part-time
basis.
1. Indian River
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Adult Anadromous: 1} A total of four aerial surveys once each two
weeks beginning July 25, 1982 2} Ground truth surveys on selected
reaches and in east side tributaries
Juvenile Anadromous: 1) Select five sites utilizing the four 1981
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sites 2) Minnow trap 10 traps each site once per month through
October 3) Minnow trap/electrofish east side tributaries 4)
Recotd species composition subsample total length. catch rates
c. Resident Fish Species: 1) Concentrate on rainbow and grayling
2} Hook and line at mwth minimum of 5 man-hours per montht t.tg
and release, record bio data 3} Operate electro fishing boat at
mouth each month 4) Hook and line at selected sites upstream each
month
2. Alpine Lakes (5 lakes)
a. Test net prior to August 15; if grayling or lake trout are present
test net again prior to freeze up and coiiect bioiogicai data
b. Aquatic habitat evaluation described in the Aquatic Habitat
project
3. Upper Devil Creek
a. Hook and line/electro fish twice during ice free months once
July 1 -Aug~st 15, once August 15 to freeze up. Collect
biological data and tag fish.
b. Aquatic habitat evaluation
4. Tsusena Creek
a. Grayling -1) Once monthly hook and line and electro fish
2) Bio data and tag 3) At least once during ice free months
preferably late July early August sample upper reaches
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RESIDENT AND JUVENILE ANADROMOUS PROJECT
Line 100 -Per~onal Services
PCN Class Grade -
4184 FB II 16
4204 FB II 16
4201 FB II 16
4200 FB II 16
4205 FB II 16
4206 FB II 16
4204 FB I 14
4198 FB I 14
4197 FB I 14
4203 FB I 14
4199 FB I 14
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Line 100 -Personal Services Subel~ment
( sutrmer)
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Habitat location Study
Electrofishing Survey
Outmigrant Study
Impoundment Study
Access/Transmission Study
Data ~recessing Coordinator
Line 200 -Travel
Habitat location Study (summer)
{winter)
Electrofishing Survey
Outmigrant Study
Impoundment Study
Access/Transmission Study
Line 300 -Contractual Services
Habitat location Study (summer)
{winter)
Electrofishing Survey
Outmigrant Study
Impoundment Study
Access/Transmission Study
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Cost
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43.6
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37.8
34.7
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27.4
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Habitat Location Study (summer)
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Impoundment Study
Access/Transmission Study
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RESIDENT AND JUVENILE ANADROMOUS PROJECT
Line 500 -Equipment to be purchased through Acres American. Inc.
Item Quantity Description
1 2 Truck
2 2 Snowmachine
3 1 Riverboat (20') console and controls
4 2 Riverboat (18') w/ 48" bottom
5 1 Outboard engine, 75 h.p.
6 1 Jet unit
7 2 Outboard engine, 35 h.p.
8 2 Outboard 1 i ft
9 1 Outboard engine, 15 h.p.
10 1 Spillsbu~ base radio w/accessories
11 6 Wall tents
12 1 Tent, three person
13 1 Firearm
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Unit Cost Total Cost
10.8
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3.0
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2.3
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ATTACHMENT E -AQUATIC HABITAT AMO INSTREAM FLOW PROJECT
Background
Du•·ing FY 82 Aquatic Habitat and In stream Flow (AH),
investigations were initiated to describe physical and chemical
characteristics of various types of fish habitat within tfie
project area.
The AH studies also provided information necessary for testing the
accuracy of physical (disc~arge and temperature) models which are
being used to predict post-project impacts of the proposed dcm on
aquatic habitat characteristics. The FY ~2 data indicated that the
models need refinement and additional field data must be collected to
calibrate them.
Used in conjuction with the rest of the project studies, the aquatic
habitat information clearly demonstrates that clear water sloughs
provide the most important salmon spawning habitat of the
habitats evaluated this year. in the Devil Canyon to Talkeetna
segment of the river.
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mainstem spawning habitat for chum and coho salmon and Bering cisco.
FY 83 Phase II investigations have therefore been designed to
characterize these mainstem spawning habitatsjand the influence of
incremental changes in discharge on the mainstem habitat. ,u ~
Another facet of the 1gs1 studies was describing point specific
fishery habitats at fish trapping sites. It will be necessary to
expand these studies and conduct comprehensive point specific
evaluations for each life phase of selected fish species in various
habitats within the study area during FY 83. This information will
then be used to generate habitat utilization criteria in terms of
depth. substrate, and velocity~ dissolved oxygen, ph, temperature, and
conductivity, for the various life phases and fish species studied ..
These point specific data, when combined with selected habitat data
which identify the quantity of habitat having certain velocity, depth
substrate, and water quality characteristics at various discharges.
can then be used to define impacts and mitigation strategies for the
project based on the concept of flow regulation.
Preliminary aquatic habitat investigations conducted in the area above
Devil Canyon during 1981 were directed at deternrining the physical and
chemical characteristics of fish habitat which would be inundated by
the proposed impoundment.
Eight major tributaries were selected for study in this area and
investigations centered on the lower mnle of each. less detailed
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studies we~e conducted on the uppe~ areas of these streams, the
mainstem Susitna and various sloughs and side channels. These studies
were initiated to determine the extent of loss of habitat to resident
species in this area most no~ably the Arctic grayling. Investigations
will be expanded in FY 83 to include more detailed studies of the
mainstem Susitna. and sloughs and side channels which might be
utilized as spawning or rearing habitat by grayling. Also, the upper
areas of the selected tributaries directly above the pr~~osed
impoundment elevation will be examined to determine if this are~
provides similar habitat to that now present at the mouth of each
stream.
Because 1981 studies did not include an evaluation of transmission
c.nd access corridor areas., studies have been proposed for FY 83 to
initiate an evaluation of these areas. Complete habitat evaluations
will be conducted at all areas where stream crossings may occur or
where construction of any type may have an impact on water quality or
stream channel characteristics. These studies will provide the basis
minimizing or avoiding impacts along these routes.
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required to reconcile., reduce, and verify the accuracy of these data
in preparation for transfer to the data processing support unit
underestimated in FY 82. To correct this problem, the Phase II FY 83
AH program has been organized to insure personnel will be assigned to
insure data are properly treated prior to transferring it L
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to the data processing support unit.
Phase II AH studies will be interrelated and coordin.ated with other
fisheries and related project studies to insure maximum and efficient
usage. of project resources.
Phase II FY 83 AH studies wi 11 be subdivided into two se9Jnents: 1)
point specific fishery habitat evaluations (Tasks 1.1 and 1.2) of the
principal resident fish. and juvenile and adult anadromous salmon
habitats; and 2) selected stream flow dependent habitat evaluations of
slough and mains tern habitats in the study area (Task 1.3) •
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1. Characterize the seasonal spawning. incubation, rearing, and
passage habitat requirements of selected anadromous and
resident species within the study area.
DRAFT
Task 1.1 Through direct field observations and measurements
identify the physical and chemical conditions
which appear to be influencing the suitability of
various habitat types for the species and life
history stages of interest.
Task 1.2 Through direct field observations and measurements
characterize the physical and chemical parameters
of the various habitat types found in the study
area.
Task 1.3 Through direct field observations and measurements,
characterize the influence of a range of flow
regimes on the physical and chemical parameters
associated with selected habitats.
The AH program study area is divided into 3 geographical areas:
1) Cook Inlet to Devil Canyon
2) Devil Canyon to Tyone River
3) Corridor Study Area
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Point Specific Evaluations
Background
The large number of FY 82 fish sampling sites primarily restricted the
collection of point specific depth, velocity. and substrate data to
juvenile anadromous fish trap sites.
Because these data are required to identify the physical conditions of
the river which appear to influence the suitability of various habitat
types for the species and life history sta.ges of interest,. a major
objective has been placed on expanding point specific data in FY 83 .
The primary emphasis wiii be directed toward identifying point
specific characteristics of mainstem, slough, and side channel
spawning habitats for the adult salmon and selected resident species
such as burbot and grayling. Additional efforts will be focused on
collecting point specific data for rearing, incubation and passage
habitats. Dissolved Oxygen, ph, temperature and conductivity data
will also be collected in the vicinity of point specific evaluation
sites to characterize . the overall general water quality
characteristics associated with fish activities and useage of
habitats.
Tasks
1. Through direct field o.bservations and measurements
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identify the physical and chemical conditions which
appear to be influencing the suitability of' various
habitat types for the species and life history stages
of interest.
Open Water Season
~ AH crews will collect point specific velocity, depth, and
'--substrate data below Devil Canyon. One crew will be assigned to an
electrofishing boat and coordinate with AA and RJ electrofishing crews
in addition to the three other AH point specific crews. The AH
electrofishing crew will locate and sample fish habitats between the
estuary and Devil Canyon. The other three point specific crews will
subdivide the estuary to Devil Canyon Study area into 3 river
segments;
1) Estuary to Kashwitna
2) Kashwitna to Talkeetna; and
3) Talkeetna to Devil Canyon
The three crews will employ a variety of fish sampling techniques to
identify fish locations prior to characterizing depth, velocity, and
substrate characteristics of the water column occupied by the fish.
Conductivity, ph, temperature and dissolved oxygen data will also be
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collected at these locations. Supplemental dissolved oxygen.,
temperature, stage., and conductivity data will be collected at habitat
locations as part of the RJ Fhh Distribution Study by RJ staff.
Aquatic Habitat personnel will train the RJ crews to collect the AH
data. Conductivity data will also be collected by AH, RJ., and AA
electrofishing boat personnel. Velocity and depth data will also be
collected by AH, RJ, and AA electrofishing crews at fish spawning
locations.
Ice Covered Season
During this sampling period two AH crews will continue to collect
point specific data between the Estuary and Devil Canyon to
characterize ice covered point specific fish habitats.
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Selecte~ Habitat Evaluation
In FY 82 Selected Habitat Evaluations of discharge influenced water
quality and hydrologieal characteristics were conducted at five
sloughs upstream of Talkeetna, and side channels and mainstem river
sites located between the estuary and Devil Canyon. These data
enabled project r.ersonnel to evaluate the accuracy of hydrological and
water temperature models which will be used to predict discharge
influenced impacts on fishery habitats. The FY 82 data clearly
demonstrated the impertance of these studies and need to expand this
data base in FY 83 if the goals of defining discharge influenced
impacts to fishery habitats by the proposed project as well as
designing discharge related mitigation options are to be achieved.
Tasks
1. Through direct field observations and measurements
characterize the physical and chemical parameters of the
various habitat types found in the study area.
2. Through direct field observations and measurements
characterize the influence of a range of flow regimes of the
physical a.nd chemical parameters associated with selected
habitats.
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lM:I IIJObile AH crews will collect selected habitat data between the CD .... ..t......,._ <!:>
Cook Inlet and.ADevil Canyon at slough and 111inste111 locations. The
pri~~ emphasis of their activities will be directed towards
expanding the data base at ttte five slough areas evaluated in Phase t
and developing a similar data base at mainsteat spawning sites between
Talkeetna and Devil Canyon. Surface water thennognphs and staff
gages (surveyed to datums} will be installed at selected locations in
the study area between Cook Inlet and Devil Canyon survey study sites,
and collect instantaneous reading of dissolved oxygen, ph temperature,
and conductivity collected. Additional thermographs will be installed
to characterize relationships between surface and groundwater sources
at spawning locations. Other efforts will be directed towards
e.xamining discharge habitats below Talkeetna.
tee Covered Season
One AH crew will continue collecting selected habitat data throughout
the winter field season.
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Upper River Study -Impoundment
Background
Fiscal Year 82 studies were designed to determine the impacts of
~erting this lotic system into a·lentic environment by the proposed
reservoirs. Fiscal Year 82 Investigations were limited to the lower
mile of eight tributaries studied and less comprehensive evaluations
of the upper reaches of these tributaries in the vicinity of the
proposed impoundment elevations. Fiscal Year 83 studies are designed
to refine the FY 82 data base and better evaluate the potential of the
lotic habitat located immediately above the proposed reser~oir surface
elevations to substitute for the existing lotic habitats.
Tasks:
1. Through direct field observations and measurements identify
the physical and chemical conditions which appear to be
influencing the suitability of various habitat types for the
species and life history stages of interest.
2. Through direct field observations and measurements
characterize the physical and chemical parameters of the
various habitat types found in the study area.
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Open Water Season
One full time and one part time AH biologist will work with RJ
biologists in conducting fishery and aquatic habitat evaluations
in the proposed impoundment area. A combined crew of AH and RJ
biologists will collect conductivity, ph, dissolved oxygen, and
temperature data at all sampling locations. Depth, velocity and
substrate data will be collected at selected sites to characterize
spawning and rearing habitat of species of interest. The most
intensive studies will be undertaken during the open water season •
During this time operations will be conducted out of a proposed tent
camp located at the mouth of Watana Creek. A more detailed
description of objectives and tasks related to this study is presented
in the RJ Impoundment Plan Of Study (POS). Budgetary items not
included in the RJ POS are incorporated in the AH program where
appropriate.
Ice Covered Season
Three biologists will conduct two five-day sampling trips, one
each in March and April. Work will concentrate on locating major
overw'\ntering· habitat in the main Susitna and selected tributaries.
Transportation will be by snowmobile with Acres helicopter support.
Operations during this time will be conducted from Watana Camp.
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Upper River -Access and TranSitission Corridor Study
Background
The ADFIG proposed studies for evaluating Access and Transmission .
Corridor in October 1979. Because these studies were not funded in FY
82, they are again being proposed for FY 83. The ADFIG considers an
evaluation of these areas to be an integral part of the overall Su
Hydro project feasibility assessment.
Tasks:
1. Through direct field observations and measurements identify
the physical and chemical conditions whith appear to be
influencing the suitability of various habitat types for the
species and life history stages of interest.
2. Through direct field observations and measurements
characterize the physical and chemical parameters of the
various habitat types found in the study area.
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Open Water Season
One full time and one part time AH biologist will work with RJ
biologists in conducting the Access and Corridor studies. These
studies will be conducted during the open water field season
only, beginning approximately July 1, 1982 to October 15, 1982;
resuming approximately May 15, 1983 to July 30, 1983. AH and RJ data
will be collected concurrently while in the field. AH data will
include conductivity,. ph7 dissolved oxygen and temperature. Depth,
velocity, and substrate data will be collected at selected sites to
characterize spawning and rearing habitat of species of interest. RJ
data collection plans are discussed in the RJ study plan section.
Operations will be conducted out of Gold Creek and Watana Camps
utilizing Acres helicopter support. A more detailed description of
objectives and tasks related to this study is presented in the RJ
Access and Corridor Plan Of Study {POS). Budgetary items not included
in the RJ POS are attached •
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line 100 -Personal Services L_;
PCN Class Grade "" Cost [ -j -4208 FB I-II 14/16 12 40.5
4196 FBU 16 12 42.6 c 4195 FB II 16 12 42.3
4211 FB II 16 12 41.6 q 4126 FB I-II 14/16 12 37.2
4209 FB I-II 14/16 9 28.3 r: 4210 FB I 14 10 31.0 ' -.:__
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*NEV Hyd-II 16 12 40.8 [ *NEW FT -II-III 11 12 28.0
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Subelement Cost
Data I tab I Logistics 68.5 [
Selected Habitat 233.9
Point Specific 302.7 [ Upper River I Impoundment I A&T Corridor 42.3
Impoundment Study 30.8
Access and Transmission (A&T) Corridor 29.8
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line 300 -Contractual Services
AH Administration
Data I Lab I logistics
Selected Habitat
Point Specific
Impoundment
A & T Corridor
Line 400 -Commodities
AH Administration
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AQUATIC HABITAT AND INSTREAM FLOW PROJECT
Line 500 • Equipment to be purchased through Acres American, Inc.
Item Quantity Descripti,·on Unit Cost Total Cost
1 8 Hydrolab & accessories 4.0 32.0
1 2 7 Barometer 1.1
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6 7 Wading rod, topsetting 0.5 3.5
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11 2 level 2.0 4.0
12 1 Rod 0.2 0.2
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14 2 Camera~ compact 35 mm RF 0.3
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Item -Quantity Description Unit Cost Total Cost [
19 2 Egg pump 1.5 3-0
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L-' 21 6 Outboard engine. 75 h.p. 2.5 15.0
22 6 Jet unit 1.0 6.0 [
23 6 Outboard engine, 15 h.p. 1.5 9.0
24 5 Boat trailer 1..7 8.5 [
25 4 Snow machine 2.0 8.0 ~ 26 3 Snow machine trailer 0.9 2.7 L
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28 5 -• I ,.., J rucK \new or useo1 i0.5 52.5
29 3 Ice auger 0.6 1.8 [
30 6 Shotgun 0.4 2.4
31 4 Chainsaw 0.5 2.0 [
32 6 Walkie Talkie 0.9 [
33 11 Wall tent 2.6
34 9 Pack tent 3.2 [
35 5 Camera, 35 nt11 SlR with lenses 0.6 3.0
36 1 Substrate camera 0.5 0.5 r-·
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38 2 Ice meter 0.4 0.8 1L
39 2 Ice rod 0.5 1.0 [ • 40 2 Lenses, for 1981 35 mm Came~(SlR) 0.5 1.0
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Item Quantity Des~ription Unit C.os,t Total Cost
41 10 Thermograph -Datapod 1.5 15.0
42 1 Boom, aluminum for 2.5 2.5
43 1 Refrigerator 0.8 o.s
1 44 1 Freezer 0.6 0.6
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Backgr_ound
Under Phase I studies, intensive monitoring of one adult salmon
escapement year in the Susitna River was cOmpleted. Recognizing that
an escapement cycle encompasses a multiple year period (Example-: pink
salmon are two year old fish; chum. sockeye 9 cohp and chinook salmon
are predominately four, five, four and four year old fish. respec-
tively) it is essential that at minimum, a complete life cycle be
evaluated. Baseline, pre-project data on anadromous fish distribution,
abundance, timing and migration characteristics is vital in assessing
the resource and related impact of development and operation of a
hydroelectric facility on the Susitna River.
In addition to salmon, there are two other anadromous species that
inhabit the Susitna River. Th~' are: Bering eisco and eulachon. The
former species was documented for the first time in the Susitna River
during Phase I investigations. The 1981 ci·sco escapement was com-
prised predominately of four year old fish. It is therefore warranted
to monitor escapement distribution, abundance, timiog and
characteristics for at least three additional years on this specie~
cover one cycle. The eulachon population in the Susitna River has not
been studied • Baseline information is ne.eded on the timing, relative
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impacts of hydroelectric devel~t ..
Prior to Phase I studies, population estimates were obtained for pink
salmon in 1974, 1975 and 1977. Chum and sockeye salmon escapement
estimates were obtained in 1974 and 1975.. Coho salmon escapement
estimates were not obtpined prior to 1981 Phase I studies. Several
years of pre Phase I chinook salmon escapement data is available on
tributary spawning streams but no mainstem Susitna River estimates
have been obtained either prior to or under Phase I studies.
Phase I investigations successfully characterized 1981 escapement for
pink. ~ockeye, chum and coho salmon. Additionally. this study defined
for the first time mainstem spawning and notable milling activi~ by
chinook, sockeye, chum and coho salmon at the entrance to Devil
Canyon. Several new salmon spawning sloughs and streams were also
located ..
Phase I escapement levels were characterized at three locations:
Susitna Station, Yentna Station and Sunshine Station. The base line
data collected during the 1981 escapement season can not be used alone
to characterize Susitna River production. To accurately ascertain
Susitna River production trends, escapement monitoring should continue
through at least one complete life cycle.
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Slough areas. side channels and tributary confluence areas should be
surveyed concurrently with escapement monitoring to provide a reliable
pre-project data base on use of these habitats. Radio telemetry
investigations on adult a:nadromous and selected resident fish should
continue for at least four consecutive years to monitor and milling
patterns under variable environmental conditions and migratinn
strength.
Objective
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The overall objective of the FY 83, Phase II Anadromous Adult Project
will be to:
1. Determine annual distribution and relative abundance of
adult anadromous fish populations within the study area.
Tasks under this objective are as follows:
Task 1.1
Task 1.2
Task 1.3
Enumerate and characterize the adult
anadromous fish miqration.
Detenmine the timing and nature of migration,
milling and spawning activities.
Identify spawning locations t-!ithin the study
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area 1 ikely to be affected by post project
conditions (i.e. mainstem, side channels,
sloughs and tributa~ confluences). and
estimate their comparative importance.
All adult anadromous fisheries studies will be interrelated. However,
the program proposed is divided into two major geographical areas:
1) Cook Inlet Estuary to Talkeetna
2) Talkeetna to Devil Canyon
A summary of the proposed program by geographical area follows:
I. Cook Inlet Est~ary to Talkeetna
A. Subtasks
-ascertain escapement abundance by species
-escapement timing by species
-detenmine Yentna River contribution
-oefine migrational preferences and movements
-evaluate stock characteristics
-evaluate mainstem spawning
8. Work Plan by Species
1. Eulachon -A eulachon study defining
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timing, relative abundance, stock characteristics and
spawning distribution Susitna River mainstem should
be initiated. Gill netting will be conducted in the
marine estuary and a representative sample will be
collected for age, length a.nd sex analysis. An
electroshocker equipped boat will be operated on
the Susitna River mainstein to define spawning
locations and range. Operating period will be from 7
May to 15 June.
2. Bering Cisco -Escapement monitoring on this
species will be conducted at Susitna, Yentna
and Sunshine stations in conjuction with salmon
monitoring operations. Gear used for sampling will
be SSS counters and fishwheels. Additionally, the
lower east bank fishwheel at Sunshine Station will
be operated beyond the close of salmon escapement
monitoring program through 25 September to insure
full coverage of the cisco migration.
3. Chinook Salmon - A tagging operation through the use
of fishwheels, will be conducted from 7 June to 20
July at Sunshine Station. All chinook salmon
intercepted in the fishwheels will be tagged with
Petersen disc tags and released. A population
estimate will be mad~ based on the number Of
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upstream recoveries at upriver sampling stations
and by grounds surveys of selected, upstreall spawning
tributaries conducted frona late July through mid August.
4. Sockeye, Pink, Chum and Coho Salmon
a. MainstetD Escapement Monitoring -Escapement
aonftoring will be conducted at Susitna, Yentna
and Sunshine stations. Side scan sonar (SSS) counters
will be used to assess abundance and timing.
Fishwheels will be employed to provide a representative
sample for age, length and sex analysis. Susitna and
Yentna stations will be operated from 1 July through
5 September approximately. Side Scan Sonar counters
will operate at Sunshine Station from 1 July to 15
September.
b. Mainstem Spawning Surveys -Two mobile electro-
fishing crews will survey the '1118instem for spawning
activity from 1 August to early October, and collect
habitat and resident fish data.
C. Electrofishing surveys to determine mainstem spawning by
anadromous adults will be coordinated by the Anadromous Adult
Project Leader during the salmon spawning period.
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II. Talkeetna to Devil Canyon
A. Subtasks
-assess escapement abundance by species
-escapement timing by species
-define migrational behavior
-evaluate milling activity
-detennine extent of mainstem spawning
-locate and survey spawning areas such as sloughs. side
channels. and tributary confluence areas that may be impacted
by hydro-electric development.
B. Work Plan by Species
1. Chinook Salmon
a. Escapement Monitoring -Chinook salmon will be
intercepted by fishwheels at Talkeetna and Curry stations
from 7 June to 15 July. These fish will be tagged with
Petersen disc tags and released for population estimate
sampling. Tag recoveries will be made on spawning ground
surveys conducted on known chinook salmon spawning
tributaries from late July through mid August.
The AA Project leader will conduct aerial surveys of
chinook salmon spawning areas in tributaries of the
Susitna River between Devil Canyon and the Chulitna-
Susitna-Talkeetna river confluence beginning in July and
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extending through mid Au9ust. Acres American, Inc.
helicopter support will be utilized and sufficient hours
will be requested to survey selected tributaries between
Cook Inlet and the Talkeetna River if survey data normally
collected by the Region II ADF&G Sport Fish Division and
shared with the Su Hydro project is not collected. A heli-
copter with adequate visibility for survey work will be
required.
b. Migrational Movements -Approximately sixteen chinook
salmon will be radio tagged with internal transmitters at
Talkeetna and Curry stations and their movements monitored
throughout their use of the Susitna River mainstem.
2. Sockeye, Pink, Chum and Coho Salmon
a. Mainstem Escapement Monitoring -Population estimates
will be secured by SSS counters and tag/release
operations. Talkeetna Station crew will operate SSS
~ounters from 7 July to 15 September. Fishwheels will be
opera ... : ,. from 7 June to 15 September. Curry Station ~~till
use two fishwheels to monitor escapement from 10 June to
21 September.
b. Migrational Movements -Approximately sixteen chum and
sixteen coho salmon will be radio tagged at Talkeetna and
Curry stations.· The movements of these fish will be
monitored nearly daily during their migration time in the
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c. Mainstem Sp4wnin~ Surveys -One crew will electroshock
the Susitna River mainstem from Talkeetna to Devil Canyon
for mainstem salmon spawning from 1 August to early
October, and collect habitat and resident fish data.
d. Spawning Ground Surveys -One crew will be stationed at
Gold Creek from l August to 7 October and will survey all
sloughs and tributary confluence areas for spawning
activity and tag recovery of fish tagged at Talkeetna and
Curry stations. This crew will also deploy set nets
weekly at the entrance to Devil Canyon for the purpose of
ascertaining adult salmon milling activity from 7 August
to 7 September.
3. Resident Fish
a. Activities related to the radio tagging of resident fish
are covered by the AA Project budget excluding personal
services. Personal services are provided by the RJ electro-•
fishing crew. Resident tagging and trading activities will
be conducted in the fall, winter and spring seasons of FY-83.
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Line 100 -Personal Services by Subelement [
Subelement Staffing (MM & Class) Cost -
Eulachon 4na FB I 12.6 [ Bering Cisco liTID FBI 3.2
Su Station 3111'11 FB I 9.5
21Jin FT II (w/o OT) 4.7 [-,,
Yentna Station 7111'11 FB I 22.4
2.5 Rill FT II 8.0 _,
Sunshine Station (Sonar} 81111l FBI 25.2
31!111 FTII 9.6 [ Sunshine Station (T/R) 3111ft FB I 9.5
411111 FTII 12.8
Mainstem Spawning Survey 7mm FBI 22.1 [ Talkeetna Station (Sonar) 10.5 nm FB I 33.1
Talkeetna Station (T/R) 5m FBI 15.8
8111n FTII 25.6
Curry (T/R) 4.5 111D F8 I 14.2 [ 4 IIIII FT Il 12.8
Gold Creek Survey 3.5 nrn FB I 11.1
• 3nm FTII 9.6 c Mainstem Spawning Survey 3.5 mm FB I 11.1
Radio Telemetry (Adult Salmon 10 !Tm FB I 31.5
Radio Telemetry (Resident Fish} 0 0
AA Administration 11 nm FB II 34.7 [ 10m FB I 31.5
9nm FTII 28.8
Stock Separation 12 11111 FB II 44.2 [ 6nm FBI 19.3
6mm FTII 2.2.4
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Eulachon 0.4 [ Bering Cisco 0.1
Su Station 0.3
Yentna Station 0.4
Susnhine Station Sonar (SS) 0.5 L Sunshine Station Tag & Recovery {T/R) 0.4
Mainstem Spawning Survey 0.5
Talkeetna Station (SS) 0.4 [ Talkeetna Station (T/R) 0.5
Curry (T/R) 0.2
Gold Creek Survey 0.3
Mainstem Spawnini Survey 0 .• 3 [ Radio Telemetry Adult Salmon) 0.7
Radio Telemetry (Resident fish) 0.1
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Eulachon 1.7
Bering Cisco 0.0
Su Station 0~9
Yentna Station 6:o
SunsbfM Station (SS) 5.4
Sunshine Station (T/R) 7.2
Mainstem S~ing ~urvey 1.8
Talkeetna Station (SS) 5.1
Talkeetna Station (T/R) 3.3
Curry (T/R) 1.8
Gold Creek Survey 1.1
Mainsteam Spawning Survey 1.0
Radio Telemetry (Adult Salmn} 12.2
Radio Telemetry (Resident Fish) 4.5
AA Administration 8.0
Stock Separation U.4
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Bering Cisco 1.1
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Sunshine Station (SS) 7.9
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Mainstem Spawning Survey 10.3
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Talkeetna Station (T/R} 10.3 .. Curry (T/R} 7.8
... Gold Creek Survey 9.9
Mainst~ Spawning Survey 5.2
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Line 500 -Eq~ipment to be purchased through Acres American, Int. c Item Quantity Description Urdt Cost Total Cost -
1 7 Tent 0.3 2.1 u 2 1 Spillsbur,y base radio 2.1 2.1
3 6 Outboard engine, 25 h.p. 1.2 7.2 r' L
4 4 Refrigerator. propane 0.6 2.4
5 2 Compressor, air 0.5 1.0 [
6 3 Outboard lift o.s 1.5 [ 7 2 Chainsaw 0.4 0.8
• 8 2 Riverboat (20') w/console 3.0 6.0 c 9 1 Boat trailer 1.2 1.2
10 3 Outboard engines, 75 h.p. 3.0 9.0 [
11 3 Jet unit 1.0 3 .. 0
12 1 Generator, electric 0 .. 9 0.9 [
13 1 Refrigerator 0.5 0.5
[ 14 1 Radio, conm_unication 2.0 2.0
15 20 Radio fish tags 0.1 2.0 [
16 1 Trucks, 4 X 4 (used) 8.0 8.0
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19 1 Electroshocker 3.0 3.0 [
20 2 Avon rafts, 12' 1.7 3.4 • 21 2 Outboard engines, 7.5 h.p. 0.7 [ 1.4
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ADULT ANADROMGUS ·fiSHERiEs PROJECT
ALASKA DEPARTMENT Of FISH AND GN~E
SUSITNA HYDRO· AQUATIC STUDIES
Submitted by
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'.rbe Susitna River drainage is the largest vat:ersb!d in the Cook Inlet basin
and is cmsi.dered the greatest salmon producing system in the Opper Inlet
area. Therefore, the effect of tbe prc:lpOSed Sositna River dam upm the DJ;p!r
Cook Inlet fishery resource is of concern. With the exceptian of sockeye and
chinook salmon, quantitative assessment of the Susitna River contribution to
the ccmnerci.al fishery is tnknown, due to the high number of intradrainage
spawning and rearing areas, deficiency of data concerning other known and
sUS{:eCted salmon producing systems in Opper Cook Inlet and the overlap in
migration timing of mi'Ced stocks and species in Cook Inlet harvest areas. '.ftJe
Adult Anadrauous Progr;:m of the Susitna Hydroelectric Assessment project has
been examin.i.ng atundance and spnming areas of salmon within the Sl.'sitna River
drainage. However, the importance of Susitna River chum, coho and pink salmon
to the comercial fishery, relative to other Ug?er Cook Inlet river systems
needs to be addressed.
The Opper Cook Inlet commercial fishery harvests five species of Pacific
salmon migrating to freshwater systems north of Anchor Point. The
economically most important species is sockeye sal.mal followed in ranking
order by chum, coho, pink and chinook salmon. About 747 set net and 547 drift
net ~t hol.Oers participate in the atmercial fisb!ry and harvest an average
of 2.8 million fish, annually worth approximately 17.9 million dollars.
Susi tna River chinook salmon usually pass through the fishing area prior to
the season's opening date, resulting in low commercial exploitation. As a
result, stock contribltion of SUsitna River chinook to the comnercial fishery
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to the commercial fishery is currently being assessed through a stock
separation program vbicb vas implemented in Upper Cook Inlet in 1978. 'Dle
plqX)&I! of the sockeye progr• bas been to estimate tbe stock composition of
the COBDercial harvest and the season• s return to each major river system.
Estimates for the 1979 ard 1980 seasms show contribution of the SUSitna River
at 29.7\ and 19.2\ respectively ..
'l'he success of a stock identification program requires identification of major
~ river syst.aus, knowledge of biological characteristics of adult
r etur~ (abundance, timi;ng~ age struct.u~e l , and a feasibility analysis
regarding use of stock identification teehni~s which will identifY ,a fi~ to
its river of origin. This basel~ data is limited or noneXistent ffir cobo,
pink and cbulll salmr:n stocks in Ogler Cook Inlet and is necessary to determine
tbe scope and develcpment of programs to identify the c:ontril:xltioo of SUsitna
River stocks to the Opper Cook Inlet fisbety.
'lbe objectives of tbis prQFOsal are to:
1. Identify major coho, chum, and pink sa.1moo producing systems in Opper Cook
Inlet;
2. Determine biological characteristics (age, size, timing} of adllt returns
to major prodlcing systaus;
3. Examine the feasibility of utilizing stock identification techniques to
identify stock: specific characteristics for ea.ch species.
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I. Identificatioo of Major Prcd:Jctia1 Areas by Aerial survey.
To detemine the .importance of one river system upon a mixed stock fishery
for a given species, all other major producing SyStems must be considered.
Data regarding species presence and abundance for chum, coho and pink salmon
in Upper Cook Inlet river systems is limited. Though the Susitna River is
considered the primary producer of coho, chlln and pink salmon in Upper Cook
Inlet, these salmon species have bef:m documented in several other large river
systans. Run magnitooe and timing of these systems is unknQWil particularly
,. for several large systems on the Inlet's west side. It is p:>ssible that lew
abundance estimates or run timing may eliminate river systems from
consideration. Bc:wever, should proc:i.lction of these systems prove significant
and not be considered in a stock identification program, then stock
composition estimates for other river systems, i..ncl.llding the Susitna River
will be misinterpreted.
Sockeye, chinook and some coho salmon escapements are monitored in Upper Cook
Inlet by weir, aerial or ground surveys, and sonar counters. Systems where
chum, coho and pink salmon have been documented, rut where escapements are
presently not monitored will be surveyed by air beginning in July. In glacial
systems, where visual assessment is imJ;;ossible clearWater tribltari.es will be
surveyed to detecnine S{:eCies presence and if possible, relative abundance.
This effort will emphasize west side Cook Inlet rivers and will erlcomp!SS
10-15 systems as selected by size and previous documentation of species
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of Fisb and Game, and other organizations conduct:.ing fish assessment studies
iD tJi:per Cook IDlet..
n. Escapement Sampl :ing
To de1:et1Dim biological characteristics of chum, coho and pink rms into major
ptoci1cing systems, escapements will be sampled for weight, length and with the
exception of pink salmon, age. Escapement sampling programs currently
existing for sockeye salmon will be expanded where applicable to include other
species. In river systems where an established sampling regime does not exist,
three two-man crews stationed in Soldotna will be flown by fixed wing
aircraft and in some cases helicopter, into areas where fish have been
obseived. Escapements will be sampled by beach seine and carcass surveys
(foot or rubber raft). A miniJJQD ·of 500 samples are needed for each species
£rem each system.. 'l'o obtain an adequate representation of age structure,
river systeDs will be sampled twice cilring the season, where JX)SSible.
In. Stock Identification Feasi.bi.lity Studies
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necessity and feasibility of applying stock identification techniques to the
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to river of origin by scale pattern analysis and by size. Qwm salmon studies
bave been attempted With use of sc:ale pattern analysis and electrophoresis.
Effective pink saJmm studies have been perfomed with electrophoresis and
size data. Prior to. implementing a stock identificatim program by species,
the potential of a given t:ecbnique must be tested to both identify a known
sample to the river of origin and to detect differences between river
systems. Run timing, size and with exception of pink salmon, scale measurement
data will be examined ft.'!: stock sp!Cific differences for each species. Scales
will be digiti."red in the statewide stock separation lab and analyzed with size
and age data using the University of Alaska CCIIIftiter system and Vectorqraphics
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Electrophoresis studies of pink salmon will require 100 tissue samples (eye,
heart, liver and white muscle frcm each fish) fran each system and two sets of
100 samples each from two distant tributaries on the Susitna River. 'lhese
.;ampl.es may be collected during escapement sampling for age,· weight and
length. Tissue samples will be frozen and transp::>rted to the University of
Alaska, Southeast ·for processing by the Fisheries Department (proposal
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PROGRAM COSTS .. FY8J
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Aerial Surveys
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Escapement Sampling
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Aircharter 50 hrs. @ 165/hr.
Helicopter 10 hrs. @ 450/hr.
Equipment Maintenance
Contigency
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Food 200/day @ SIS/day
Gas 10 barrels @ $150/barrell
Field Supplies. Equipment
Sampling Nets & Scales
Contigency
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Avon 12 ft. rafts 2
Outboards 7.5 h.p. 2
Shotguns -3
Tents -3
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Subtotal
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III. Data Analysis and Administration
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Travel Per Diem
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Computer lease 6 mo./180 mo ..
University tJf Alt .. Cuputer charges
Office Space (Soldotna)
Elettroplorests Contract
Shipping
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Office & Computer Supplies
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Total Sub-Program
Grand Total All Programs
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Endorsement:s:
S~~it;na I!YdrCH:rlect:ric: Project;, AnadrOIIICIUs
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Coaaercial. Pi.sb Division
...Z~.ka l>e~t: · oi Fish· and Game
Anchorage., AlaSka
A.J. Gharret:t:
As~~i.af7 Profe~sor
Universit;g of Alaska
Junea~, A!aska
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Vice-Chimceilor/Academi.c: Affairs Chancellor
University of Alaska,
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Hethods for deterinin.ing t:be scream of org~n of salmonids caught: in
saltwater or even in t:be main sueam of a large S!:1St:em ~e present:ly
being developed. Scale ~t:t:ern anal !:Isis has proven q&tit:e useful. for
several species, ncn;ab.ly soclceye salmon {Oncorhynchus nerJca) in Cook
Inlet: {Betbe and JCrasnowsk.i 1979). Starch gel elect:ropho.resis is anot:her
approach to st:ocJc separation which has proved. successful (see eg. Campton
1978; Grant et: al. 1980, ltilner et: al .. 1:981).
Scale pat:tern anal!:lsis depends on t:he patt:ern of scale deposition
which reflects t:be environment:al experiences of individuals. Those t:hat
have shared similar experiences, such as fish of the same age and stock,
will have sim:Har pat: terns. Starch gel elecuopboresis, on the ot:ber
hand, involves the examination of genetic char.act:erist:ics a£ the stocks
involved. Stacks between which litt:le gene flow e:xist:s often diverge
from one another in genetic composition over long periods o£ time. This
divergence is a result: of random (genetic drift:} or other processes.
The genetic composit:!ons of stocks are inherited so are permanent characteristics.
This has been demonstrated Ear si:x generations of pink salmon (McGregor,
thesis in preparation} • Stocks a£ pink salmon (Qncorhyncbus gorbuscha)
have not proved to be readily separable using scale pattern analysis
because there is relatively litt:le information available on scales o£ a
two year old fish and the fish appear to share remarkabl!:1 similar envirmuaental
e.xperiences. There is no intent in this proposal to imply th.iJt bioc;hem.ical
genetic studies provide a panacea to stack separation problelll$. The
technique can work in some instances and not in others. The kinds of
situations where it wil.J. not work are ones i.n which considerable gene
flow (straiJing) occurs among the population examined ..
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exhibit Olllg .Wn:iml genetic d.ivergence not enough Lor stock separation
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differences fro~~~ the nortbe.z:n (.Juneau} samples.
Studies of pink Sal.ltiCIIl stocks oL ICocliaJc Island (Jolmscm 1979} i.n and
frollf PriDCe fii11iam Sound (Seeb and fiisbard ,1977 J indicate SOllie bet:ezogeneit:y
in t:be genetic compositions, but: there is no obvious pat:t:eJ::D t:o t:be
variability that might be usetlzl for st:ocJr. separation. These studies do
• indicate t:bat: substant:ia:l variabi.li t:y does exist: JUDOng pink salmon
st:ocks over geograpbi.cal areas larger t:.ban t:bat: ez~ bg IICGregor in
the Juneau area. It: is poss:sible that upper Cook Inlet: stocJr.s are dis-
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t:ributed over a large enough geographical. area that enough genetic
divergence bas taJcen place ;ua;mg st:ocks, or at least systems, to be
useful for stock identification.
The goal of t:bis project is to determine whether or not: sufficient:
genetic heterogeneity exists among upper Coole Inlet: pink sal.mon stocks
to be ase.ful for distinguishing stocks of Susit:na River pink sa.lmon from
st:ocJr.s of ot:ber upper Coole Inlet: sg:~Ds5. If sufficieDt bet:erogeneit:g
exists, subsequent: work can be done to est;abJ.ish baselines that: may be
used for determining the conuibution of Susi tna River piiJJc sal.mpn to •
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To do this, we propose t:o examine a limited ~~r of samples
collected frOJII stocks of Cook Inlet: t:hat: would indi;cat;e the .e.rtenf t:~f
diversity in t:he upper Inl.et:.
These wou.Id be samples representing as broad a geographical range
and time of return as possible. This project would only be a feasibility
study, not a thorough baseline det:erm.ination.
Goals
1. Using standard biochemical genetic tecbniques (eg. Barris and
• Hopkinson 1976), col.2ect:ions of tissues sa.llipled from each of six different
pink .sa.lzzln stocks in Cook. Inlet .wi.ll be assayed.
2. nau from t:hese coll'ections will be analyzed U) determine the
feasibility of using elect:rophoresis as a stock indentificat:ion tool.
Research Plan
In summer of 1982, ADF and G will collect tissue samples (beart:,
111USC1e, eyes, and liver) f:r:om 100 adults em spawning grounds at each of
six different locations around Cook Inlet:. Although tbe exact: location
will depend where Alit' and G personnel are deployed., we suggest one Kenai
• River stock, two Susit:na River stoc:JCs (as far apart as possible), and
three other col:lect:ions from t:he west side of cook Inlet (spr,~r:d over
the entire geographical range, say from Chi.ni t:na Bay north) • Tissues
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• £rom one individual should be placed in a single ziploc bag or wbirlpak
aDd J>Uc:ed on ice irz acli.ate.l;. 2'.be9 sboald be kept on ice .ao .ore tblm
18 hours btdore deep LreezUJg. Lellgt:b and .-. iDtorJMt:.ioa on 8taC'b
...,.Ze .. , be useful. 2"be da~e and loc::atiDil of the .sample sbauld be
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... · blnre been infoz:med tha~ tbis Jd.nd a£ .s.ulpLing effort .. !1 .not
ag.Un be possi.ble; t:berldore, it: III!OUl.cf be advisable to .ue .a .-acb .are
thorough saapling dfort in case t:be pilot. .stud!l varrenu .a follOtl up.
Of course, IIIUllgsis of these sa~aples would no~ be par1; o£ tbl,! scope of
Upon delivery t:o our laboratory, we will perform electrophOretic
assags of tbe tissue samples. For piD1c sallrlo.rJ we are presently collect:ing
dat:a on approzi.aat:elg 25 elec:t:ropboretic loci. Of these, eight e.rh.fb.it:
Reporting
At: tbe time the samples will be provided, late .swamer and earlg
fall o:£ l982, this lab bas ot:.ber obligations it must also .meet:. tie
can, however, CC~Z~Plet:e t:be analysis and report: on our findings by a:/.4-
February 1983, Mt wiU submit prelimna:rt.~ report:.s as data ~-available •
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Justification of Budget for proposed research
tbc:trouglily exam.ine 100 saap~es. It Will take app.ro%iJately o.ae week for
tbe PZ to enter IIDd to &Oilly.ze tbe data and 9repare tbe final report.
Supply cost for running tbe gels and all tbe biocbeaical stains is
about: $4 per fish.
I will. be able t:o store no 1110re t:ban t:be ~r of samples I
tdll run. If ot:ber satrJples are c:ollect:ed .in anticipation of a lllDre
through effort: -sbou.ld it: be warrenred -some additional arrangements
will have t:o be made.
Personnel
PI (40 hours)
Technicians (240 hours)
Benefi t:s (staff and fri.nge}
Supplies
lft overhead
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3230.00
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Betbe, II.L., and P.V. JCrasnowslci. l919. Stock separat.ion studies of
Cook Inlet soCkeye su-m £Dncorhttncbfl• nerk.aJ based on scale
patten IUUI2f}ll.is, 2971. .u..a Dept. of Fish and G411JB :tu. Leaf2.
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c..pton, D.6. 2918. Genet.ic .uucture o~ sea-run cutthroat trout
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of Fish and Game•
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