This report is a preliminary publication o f DGGS. The aulhor is solely responsible for its content and will appreciate candid comments on the accuracy of the dam as well as suggestions to improve h e repon. According to Alaska Statute 41, the Alaska Division of Geological and Geophysical Surveys is charged with conducting "geological and geophysical surveys to determine the potential of Alaskan land for production of metals, minerals, fuels, and geothermal resources; the locations and supplies

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... of ground water and constmction materials; the potential geologic hazards to buildings, roads, bridges, and other installations and structures; and shall conduct such other surveys and investigations as will advance knowledge of the geology of Alaska. " In addition, the Division of Geological and Geophysical Surveys shall collect, record, evaluate, and distribute data on the quantity, quality, and location of underground, surface, and coastal water of the state; publish or have published data on the water of the state and require that the results and findings of surveys of water quality, quantity, and location be filed; require that water-well contractors file basic water and aquifer data, including but not limited to well location, estimated elevation, well-driller's logs, pumping tests. flow measurements, and waterquality determinations; accept and spend funds for the purposes of AS 41.08.017 and 4 1.08.035, and enter into agreements with individuals, public or private agencies, communities, private industry, and state and federal agencies; collect, record, evaluate, archive, and distribute data on seismic events and engineering geology of the state; and identify and inform public officials and industry about potential seismic hazards that might affect development in the state. Administrative functions are performed under the direction of the State Geologist, who maintains his office in Fairbanks. The locations of DGGS offices are listed below: -794 University Avenue .400 Willoughby Avenue (Suite 200) (3rd floor) Fairbanks. Alaska 99709-3645 Juneau, Alaska 99801 (907) 474-7 147 (907) 465-2533 -18225 Fish Hatchery Road P.O. Box 772116 Eagle River, Alaska 99577 (907) 696-0070