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Tsunami inundation maps for Akhiok, Chiniak, Old Harbor, Ouzinkie, and Port Lions on Kodiak Island, Alaska

Metadata Updated: July 5, 2023

Report of Investigation 2021-6, Tsunami inundation maps for Akhiok, Chiniak, Old Harbor, Ouzinkie, and Port Lions on Kodiak Island, Alaska, evaluates potential tsunami hazards for the Kodiak Island communities of Akhiok, Chiniak, Old Harbor, Ouzinkie, and Port Lions, Alaska, by numerically modeling the extent of inundation from tsunami waves generated by hypothetical earthquakes. Worst-case inundation scenarios are defined by analyzing the tsunami dynamics related to various plausible earthquake slip distributions along the Alaska-Aleutian megathrust. Potential worst-case tsunami sources include megathrust earthquakes in the Kodiak Island region. A hypothetical earthquake near Kodiak Island with maximum slip distributed at depths between 10 and 20 km (6.2-12.4 mi) with a splay fault dipping 60 degrees in the Albatross fault zone results in 'worst case' tsunami inundation for Akhiok, and an earthquake with maximum slip distributed at depths between 0 and 10 km (0-6.2 mi) with a splay fault dipping 30 degrees in the backstop splay zone is the 'worst case' scenario for the remaining communities. The maximum predicted overland flow depths in the communities ranges from 10 to 25 m (33 to 82 ft), and the currents in community harbors could be as strong as 8.4 m/sec (16.3 knots). Dangerous wave activity is expected to last for at least 12 hours after the hypothetical worst-case earthquakes. Results presented here are intended to provide guidance to local emergency management agencies for tsunami inundation assessment, evacuation planning, and public education to mitigate future tsunami damage. The complete report and digital data are available from the DGGS website: http://doi.org/10.14509/30760.

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Metadata Date November 30, 2021
Metadata Created Date July 5, 2023
Metadata Updated Date July 5, 2023
Reference Date(s) January 1, 2021 (publication)
Frequency Of Update notPlanned

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Harvested from Alaska Division of Geological and Geophysical Surveys

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Resource Type Dataset
Metadata Date November 30, 2021
Metadata Created Date July 5, 2023
Metadata Updated Date July 5, 2023
Reference Date(s) January 1, 2021 (publication)
Responsible Party Alaska Division of Geological & Geophysical Surveys (Point of Contact)
Contact Email
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Access Constraints Use Constraints: This dataset includes results of numerical modeling of earthquake-generated tsunami waves for a specific community. Modeling was completed using the best information and tsunami modeling software available at the time of analysis. They are numerical solutions and, while they are believed to be accurate, their ultimate accuracy during an actual tsunami will depend on the specifics of earth deformations, on-land construction, tide level, and other parameters at the time of the tsunami. Actual areas of inundation may differ from areas shown in this dataset. Landslide tsunami sources may not be included in the modeling due to unknown potential impact of such events on a given community; please refer to accompanying report for more information on tsunami sources used for this study. The limits of inundation shown should only be used as a general guideline for emergency planning and response action in the event of a major tsunamigenic earthquake. These results are not intended for any other use, including land-use regulation or actuarial purposes. Any hard copies or published datasets utilizing these datasets shall clearly indicate their source. If the user has modified the data in any way, the user is obligated to describe the types of modifications the user has made. The user specifically agrees not to misrepresent these datasets, nor to imply that changes made by the user were approved by the State of Alaska, Department of Natural Resources, Division of Geological & Geophysical Surveys. The State of Alaska makes no express or implied warranties (including warranties for merchantability and fitness) with respect to the character, functions, or capabilities of the electronic data or products or their appropriateness for any user's purposes. In no event will the State of Alaska be liable for any incidental, indirect, special, consequential, or other damages suffered by the user or any other person or entity whether from the use of the electronic services or products or any failure thereof or otherwise. In no event will the State of Alaska's liability to the Requestor or anyone else exceed the fee paid for the electronic service or product., Access Constraints: This report, map, and/or dataset is available directly from the State of Alaska, Department of Natural Resources, Division of Geological & Geophysical Surveys (see contact information below).
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