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Notice of Decision - ADL 234634 - Copper River Watershed Project - Eyak Lake Weir; Cordova, AK

Department of Natural Resources · Notice #225399

What is this notice about?

The Alaska Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has signed a decision on an application from the Copper River Watershed Project for an access easement on state-owned submerged land at Eyak Lake near Cordova. The easement would allow a failing weir (a low dam that controls water level) to be replaced with a new structure meant to keep the lake at its current level and help fish move upstream. The public comment period ended June 10, 2026, so new comments are no longer being accepted.

Why was this notice issued?

Under Alaska Statute AS 38.05.850, DNR's Division of Mining, Land and Water (DMLW), Southcentral Regional Land Office, received an application for an access easement on state land. After the public comment period, the agency signed a decision on the application.

What action is being taken?

DNR has signed a decision on ADL 234634, an application for an easement with no set end date on about 1.25 acres of state-owned submerged land below the ordinary high-water line (about 320 feet by 220 feet). The easement is for replacing a failing weir at Eyak Lake to keep current lake water levels, improve upstream fish passage and connectivity, and address community concerns. The decision document is attached to the notice (ADL 234634 Decision.pdf).

Who is involved: Copper River Watershed Project (applicant)

How can the public respond?

This notice does not ask for public comment. It is for information only. Read the original notice for details.

Contact

Savannah Lilyhorn
Alaska Department of Natural Resources, Division of Mining, Land and Water, Southcentral Regional Land Office
Savannah.Lilyhorn@alaska.gov
(907) 269-7480
550 West 7th Avenue, Suite 900C, Anchorage, AK 99501

Will there be public meetings?

The notice does not announce any public meeting or hearing.

Key dates

  • May 11, 2026: Original public and agency notice of the easement application issued
  • Jun 10, 2026: Public comment deadline (passed)
  • Oct 5, 2026: Notice of signed decision published
  • Oct 26, 2026: Notice archive date

Original notice text
A Decision for ADL 234634 has been signed. The public comment deadline has passed. PUBLIC & AGENCY NOTICE ADL 234634 Access Easement Copper River Watershed Project May 11, 2026 Subject to AS 38.05.850, the Department of Natural Resources (DNR), Division of Mining, Land, and Water (DMLW), Southcentral Regional Land Office (SCRO) has received an application for the following access easement: APPLICANT: Copper River Watershed Project PROJECT NAME: ADL 234634 GEOGRAPHIC LOCATION: Cordova, Alaska LEGAL DESCRIPTION: Section 30 and 31 of Township 15 South, Range 2 West, Copper River Meridian REQUESTED ACTIVITY: The applicant has requested an easement on state-owned, DMLW-managed submerged lands approximately 320 feet in length and 220 feet in width, totaling 1.25 acres below the ordinary high-water line, more or less. The purpose of the proposed easement is to replace a failing existing weir with a new structure to retain existing lake water surface elevations, improve upstream fish passage and connectivity, and address community concerns. The easement, if approved, may differ from that described herein. REQUESTED TERM: Indefinite DEADLINE FOR COMMENTS: June 10, 2026 The public is invited to comment on this activity. The purpose of this notice is to gather input before a decision is made on this activity. To ensure consideration, written comments must be received by the Division of Mining, Land and Water at the Southcentral Regional Land Office, 550 West 7th Avenue, Suite 900C, Anchorage, AK 99501, on or before the date noted above. Questions concerning this activity or requests to view the full application packet should be directed to Savannah Lilyhorn, Telephone: (907) 269-7480; Fax: (907) 269-8913 or e-mail: Savannah.Lilyhorn@alaska.gov After review and adjudication, we may issue an authorization with stipulations for the activity. The activity may be modified during the review and adjudication process. DNR-DMLW complies with Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Individuals with disabilities who may need auxiliary aids, services or special modifications to comment should contact Alaska Relay at 711 or 800-770-8973 for TTY services. DMLW reserves the right to waive technical defects in this notice.

This summary was written by an AI model (Claude) from the official notice text. This is general information, not legal advice. Always confirm deadlines and instructions in the official notice. Legal disclaimer.