Public Comment Period: State Water Quality Certification Application (Dollar Lake)

The Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation (ADEC) has issued a public notice regarding an application for State Water Quality Certification, identified by reference number POA-2025-00475 v1.0. The proposed project involves activities affecting Dollar Lake, specifically related to the Alsop Canal and the Dyson Floatplane Channel and Driveway. This notice serves as an invitation for public comment on the potential impacts of the project on water quality. The certification process is required for any applicant seeking a federal license or permit for activities that may result in a discharge into waters of the United States. The public comment period is currently open and is scheduled to expire on November 6, 2026. Interested parties are encouraged to review the application details and submit feedback to the department before the deadline to ensure their concerns are considered in the certification decision.