Alaska Bulk Transmission Biological Resource Assessment(12-AK)

Developers must comply with the Anadromous Fish Act (AS 16.05.871-.901) in Alaska, which requires that an individual or government agency provide prior notification and obtain permit approval from the Alaska Department of Fish and Game (ADF&G) before altering or affecting “the natural flow or bed” of a specified waterbody or fish stream. Developers must obtain a Fish Habitat Permit from ADF&G if their project will affect the natural flow or bed of a specified waterbody or fish stream. Developers may be required to obtain a special permit and comply with other regulations if their project will be located within a refuge, sanctuary, or critical habitat. AS 16.20.

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Determine Which State and Federal Permits Apply

Use this overview flowchart and following steps to learn which federal and state permits apply to your projects.