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Iliamna
(ill-ee-AM-nuh); a.k.a. Nilavena
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| Current Population: |
95
(2008 Estimated Population (not Certified))
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| Incorporation Type: |
Unincorporated |
| Borough Located In: |
Lake & Peninsula Borough |
| Taxes: |
Sales: None,
Property: None, Special: 2% Raw Fish Tax (Borough); 6% Bed Tax (Borough)
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| National Flood Insurance Program Participant: |
Yes |
| Coastal Management District: |
Lake & Peninsula Borough |
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| Location
and Climate |
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Iliamna is located on the northwest side of Iliamna Lake, 225 miles southwest of Anchorage. It is near the Lake Clark Park and Preserve. The community
lies at approximately 59.754720° North Latitude
and -154.906110° West Longitude.
(Sec. 12, T005S, R033W, Seward Meridian.)
Iliamna is located in the
Iliamna Recording District.
Iliamna lies in the transitional climatic zone with strong maritime influences. Average summer temperatures range from 42 to 62; winter temperatures average 6 to 30. Annual precipitation is 26 inches, including snowfall of 64 inches. |
Topographic
map of
Iliamna
area
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| History, Culture
and Demographics |
| Prior to 1935, "Old Iliamna" was located near the mouth of the Iliamna River, a traditional Athabascan village. A post office was established there in 1901. Around 1935, villagers moved to the present location, approximately 40 miles from the old site. The post office followed. Iliamna's current size and character can be attributed to the development of fishing and hunting lodges. The first lodge opened in the 1930s. A second lodge was built in the 1950s. During the 70s and 80s, lots were made available by the Baptist Church, and additional lodges were constructed.
A federally-recognized tribe is located in the community -- the Village of Illiamna.
The population of the community consists of 57.8%
Alaska Native or part Native.
In recent years Iliamna has become a recreational and tourist attraction due to the excellent fishing at Iliamna Lake. The population is mixed, with non-Natives, Tanaina Athabascans, Alutiiq and Yup'ik Eskimos. The sale of alcohol is prohibited in the community; importation or possession are allowed.
During the 2000 U.S. Census,
total housing units numbered 58, and vacant housing units numbered 23.
Vacant housing units used
only seasonally numbered 21.
U.S. Census data for Year
2000 showed 63 residents
as employed. The unemployment rate at that time was
0 percent,
although
28.41 percent of
all adults were not in the work force. The median household
income was $60,625, per capita income was $19,741, and
3.1 percent of residents
were living below the poverty level.
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| Facilities,
Utilities, Schools and Health Care |
| Iliamna residents are using individual water wells and septic systems. 85% of homes are fully plumbed. A 270' well provides water to the community building/village office/washeteria. Septic pumping services are provided by the Village. Refuse is transported by individuals to the landfill. The INN Electric Cooperative owns a diesel plant in Newhalen and 50 miles of distribution line to connect the three communities. The Tazimina Hydroelectric Project has been completed, and powers Iliamna, Newhalen and Nondalton.
Electricity is provided by I-N-N Electric Cooperative.
There are no state operated schools located in the community.
Local hospitals or health clinics include Iliamna Clinic (907-571-1383); Nilavena Subregional Clinic (907-729-5400 local for Anchorage callers or 907-571-1818).
Iliamna is classified an isolated village, it is found in EMS Region 2I in the Bristol Bay Region. Emergency Services have limited highway, lake and air access. Emergency service is provided by volunteers and a health aide
Auxiliary health care is provided by Iliamna/Newhalen Rescue Squad (907-571-1248/1631).
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| Economy
and Transportation |
Commercial fishing, sport fishing, and tourism are the major sources of income for the community. 17 residents hold commercial fishing permits, and many depart each summer to fish in Bristol Bay. Lake Iliamna is the second largest lake in the U.S., and tourism is increasing. However, most lodge employees are hired from outside Alaska. Many residents participate in subsistence hunting and fishing activities. Salmon, trout, grayling, moose, caribou, bear, seal, porcupine and rabbits are utilized. Northern Dynasty Minerals Ltd. is exploring the gold, copper and molybdenum potential of the Pebble Deposit, 15 miles from Iliamna.
Iliamna is primarily accessible by air and water. An 8-mile gravel road connects Iliamna to Newhalen, and a 22-mile road to Nondalton is under construction. There are two State-owned gravel airstrips, one measures 5,080' long by 100' wide, the other is 4,800' long by 150' wide, these are located between Iliamna and Newhalen. Additional facilities include: float plane facilities at Slop Lake, East Bay and Pike Lake, a private airstrip at Iliamna Roadhouse, and private float plane access at Summit Lake. Barge services are available via the Kvichak River. A breakwater, boat harbor and dock are available. |
Organizations
with Local Offices
Electric Utility -
INN Electric Cooperative
P.O. Box 70
Naknek, AK 99633
Phone 907-246-4325
Fax 907-246-6242
E-mail innoffice@nea.coop
Web http://www.arctic.net/~newhalen/Tazfolder/Tazimina.html
Village Corporation -
Iliamna Natives Limited
P.O. Box 245
Iliamna, AK 99606
Phone 907-571-1246
Fax 907-571-1256
Village Council -
Village of Iliamna
P.O. Box 286
Iliamna, AK 99606
Phone 907-571-1246
Fax 907-571-1256
E-mail ilivc@aol.com
Web http://www.bbna.com
Regional
Organizations
Borough - Lake & Peninsula Borough
P.O. Box 495
King Salmon, AK 99613
Phone 907-246-3421
Fax 907-246-6602
E-mail kateconley@lakeandpen.com, ljcotten@gci.net
Web http://www.lakeandpen.com
Regional Native Corporation - Bristol Bay Native Corporation
111 W 16th Ave, Suite 400
Anchorage, AK 99501-6299
Phone 907-278-3602
Fax 907-276-3924
E-mail jasonmetrokin@bbnc.net
Web http://www.bbnc.net
Regional Native Non-Profit - Bristol Bay Native Association
P.O. Box 310
Dillingham, AK 99576
Phone 907-842-5257
Fax 907-842-5932
E-mail randersen@bbna.com, vbraswell@bbna.com
Web http://www.bbna.com
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