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New Stuyahok
(STEW-yuh-hawk)
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Aerial view of community
New Stuyahok is located on the Nushagak River, about 12 miles upriver from Ekwok and 52 miles northeast of Dillingham. The village has been constructed at two elevations -- one 25 feet above river level, and one about 40 feet above river level. The present location is the third site that villagers can remember. The village moved downriver to the Mulchatna area from the "Old Village" in 1918. During the 1920s and 30s, the village was engaged in herding reindeer for the U.S. government. However, by 1942 the herd had dwindled to nothing; the village had been subjected to flooding; and the site was too far inland even to receive barge service. So in 1942 the village moved downriver again to its present location. Stuyahok appropriately means "going downriver place." The first school was built in 1961. A post office was also established during that year. An airstrip was built soon thereafter and the 1960s saw a 40% increase in the village population. The City was incorporated in 1972.
Original power plant site
Original bulk fuel tank farm
Barge landing site - unloading goods and materials
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New Stuyahok Facts
Community Profile
- Current Population: 472
- # of Consumers: 131
- Incorporation Type: 2nd Class City
- Federally recognized tribe
- Total Generating Capacity (kW): 956
Community Facilities
- Water derived from a well and treated
- The majority of the community (94 homes), facilities and the school are connected to a piped water and sewer system with complete plumbing
- Lighted, gravel airstrip
- No docking facilities; goods are lightered on a regular basis during the summer
- One school
- Local health clinic
- Emergency Services have river and air access.
Economy
The primary economic base in New Stuyahok is the salmon fishery; 43 residents hold commercial fishing permits. Many trap as well. The entire community relies upon subsistence foods. Subsistence items are often traded between communities. Salmon, moose, caribou, rabbit, ptarmigan, duck and geese are the primary sources of meat.
Culture and Activities
A federally-recognized tribe is located in the community -- the New Stuyahok Village Council. The population of the community consists of 96% Alaska Native or part Native. New Stuyahok is a southern Yup'ik Eskimo village with Russian Orthodox influences. Residents practice a fishing and subsistence lifestyle. Skiffs, ATVs and snowmachines are prevalent forms of local transportation.
Climate
- Climatic transition zone; the primary influence is maritime, although a continental climate affects the weather
- Summer temperatures range from 37 to 66
- Winter temperatures average 4 to 30
- Precipitation ranges from 20 to 35 in/yr
- Fog and low clouds are common during the summer; strong winds often preclude access during the winter.
- The river is ice-free from June through mid-November.
Community Weather
Clear, 52°F
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