Bluff Erosion

Observation: This is just one of the structures that are directly impacted by the bluff/cliff side erosion along the Ningikfak River. This old pool hall which is one of the historic buildings was being used a storage place. At the moment the tribe is asking that the stuff inside be removed or emptied out as we are unsure of when it could start falling down. There are a few other areas that are affected by this erosion, including family homes.

LEO says: US Army Corps of Engineers, Alaska District - Alaska Baseline Erosion Assessments; The Alaska Baseline Erosion Assessment is a result of study efforts specifically authorized and funded by Congress. The purpose of this study has been to coordinate, plan and prioritize appropriate responses to erosion in Alaska. With an effort of this magnitude, significant focus was given to identify communities experiencing erosion, determine how to best assess the problems within the limits of available funding, and how to best disseminate the information gathered such that local, state, tribal and federal stakeholders will have a useful tool at their disposal. M. Tcheripanoff

Resource: The Alaska Department of Commerce, Community, and Economic Development published, Understanding and Evaluating Erosion Problems, handbook is intended to assist Alaskan property owners and communities in understanding and evaluating erosion problems and alternative solutions.

• Alaska Department of Fish & Game, Habitat Restoration Guides and Resources