Alaska § 16.05.841 - Fishway required.
Full text of Alaska Alaska Statutes § 16.05.841 — Fishway required., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 16.05.841. Fishway required.
If the commissioner considers it necessary, every dam or other obstruction built by any person across a stream frequented by salmon or other fish shall be provided by that person with a durable and efficient fishway and a device for efficient passage for downstream migrants. The fishway or device or both shall be maintained in a practical and effective manner in the place, form, and capacity the commissioner approves for which plans and specifications shall be approved by the department upon application. The fishway or device shall be kept open, unobstructed, and supplied with a sufficient quantity of water to admit freely the passage of fish through it.
Source: official Alaska text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Alaska § 16.05.841
What does Alaska Statutes § 16.05.841 cover?
Section 16.05.841 ("Fishway required.") is part of the Alaska Statutes, the codified statutory law of Alaska. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Alaska § 16.05.841?
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