Chichagof Island Former Cannery

NORTECH completed a Phase I Environmental Site Assessment and Hazardous Building Materials Assessment for the former Chatham Cannery property at the southeastern tip of Chichagof Island. Originally constructed as a salmon cannery, the remote property has since been repurposed to provide power generation, caretaker services, and limited fuel sales. The site included multiple standing buildings, collapsed structures, and a tank farm of four 20,000-gallon fuel tanks. In addition to meeting ASTM E1527 standards, NORTECH evaluated potential asbestos-containing materials, lead-based paint, and petroleum-impacted soils.

This project demonstrates NORTECH’s expertise in conducting environmental due diligence in remote Alaska communities, addressing both regulatory requirements and site-specific concerns to help clients plan safe redevelopment strategies.