(a) If the department has given two weeks' written notice of intent to inspect a dam or reservoir and the owner refuses to allow the inspection, the department may seek a search warrant to allow the inspection. If the department has been refused inspection of drawings, operational records, or other information concerning a dam or reservoir, the department may seek an administrative subpoena compelling production of the drawings, operational records, or other information.
(b) If the department has reason to believe that a dam or reservoir may be unsafe or presents an imminent threat to life or property, the department may enter the dam or reservoir premises without notice.
Structure Alaska Statutes
Title 46. Water, Air, Energy, and Environmental Conservation
Chapter 17. Supervision of Safety of Dams and Reservoirs
Sec. 46.17.020. Administration and staffing.
Sec. 46.17.030. Regulations and orders.
Sec. 46.17.040. Approval required.
Sec. 46.17.060. Entry upon property.
Sec. 46.17.070. Determining danger.
Sec. 46.17.080. Injunction and damages.
Sec. 46.17.090. Judicial review.
Sec. 46.17.100. Other government agencies.
Sec. 46.17.110. Action against state for damages.