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Eyak Alaska
60.31N - 145.36W
Population: 159
Location: Eyak is on the Copper River highway, 5.5 miles southeast of Cordova, in the Malaspina Coastal Plain. It was annexed to the City of Cordova in 1992, and is the area considered to be the Native Village of Eyak.
History: Eyak was first reported in 1869 as "Hyacks," an Aleut village, and then in 1880 as "Ihiak In 1899, Lt. Comdr. Moser, USN, reported it as a cannery called "Odiak The area has historically been the home to Aleuts, with the addition of migrating Athabascan and Tlingit natives calling themselves Eyak. Alaska Natives of other descents also settled in the Cordova area. The rich resources of the area have attracted a non-Native population. "
Culture: Eyak is a federally-recognized Native village within the City of Cordova. Commercial fishing and subsistence activities are central to the community's culture.
Economy: The Prince William Sound fishery, fish processing, logging and retail businesses provide employment.
Transportation: Cordova offers an airport, harbor, dock and a State Ferry landing.
Climate: Winter temperatures range from 17 to 28; summer temperatures from 49 to 63. Average annual precipitation includes 66 inches of rain and 80 inches of snowfall.
Facilities: The Village of Eyak lies within the City boundaries of Cordova. Almost 90% of homes are fully plumbed and use individual wells and septic systems. The City is requesting funds to extend their piped water system to Eyak Lake and River residences along the Copper River Highway. Many area homes are subject to high water, which increases the risk of well water contamination.
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