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Alaska Department of Transportation & Public Facilities · Northern Region · 2021 Construction Project Facts
Richardson Hwy MP 159-167 Reconstruction
Project overview
Project Description and Location
Continue to realign and widen the road embankment from MP 159 to 167. Construct Haggard Creek Bridge. Improve the drainage along the highway by placement of culverts, ditch lining, and riprap.
General Expected Traffic Impacts
Expect 20 minute delays and possible road closure at night during blasting days.
Project Timeline
Summer 2020 – October 2022
Contractor and Contract Amount
QAP, $26,897,331
Funding Information
This project is 90% funded by the Federal Highway Administration with a 10% state match.
Where to find more information
DOT&PF Project Engineer
Kyungyun Chi, 907-374-3709, kyungyun.chi@alaska.gov
Current Traffic Information
AlaskaNavigator.org and 511.alaska.gov
Northern Region DOT&PF 2021 Construction Information
dot.alaska.gov/nreg/construction
Richardson Highway MP 138-148 Reconstruction
Project overview
Project Description and Location
Rehabilitate the Richardson Highway between MP 138 and MP 148. Project work will include bridge work, drainage improvements, intersection improvements, utilities, and roadside hardware.
General Expected Traffic Impacts
Expect delays up to 20 minutes on this section of the Richardson Highway.
Project Timeline
March 2021 - September 2021
Contractor and Contract Amount
Qayaq Construction, LLC, $10,274,997
Funding Information
This project is 90% funded by the Federal Highway Administration with a 10% state match.
Where to find more information
DOT&PF Project Engineer
Jeremy Torres, 907-451-5492, jeremy.torres@alaska.gov
Current Traffic Information
AlaskaNavigator.org and 511.alaska.gov
Northern Region DOT&PF 2021 Construction Information
dot.alaska.gov/nreg/construction
Richardson Highway MP 82-97 Resurfacing
Project overview
Project Description and Location
Resurface the Richardson Highway from MP 82 - 97. Improvements include drainage improvements, roadside hardware, and utilities.
General Expected Traffic Impacts
Delays up to 20 minutes on this section of the Richardson Highway.
Project Timeline
May 2021 - September 2021
Contractor and Contract Amount
HC Contractors, Inc., $7,544,534
Funding Information
This project is 90% funded by the Federal Highway Administration with a 10% state match.
Where to find more information
DOT&PF Project Engineer
Jake Mills, 907-451-3037, jacob.mills@alaska.gov
Current Traffic Information
AlaskaNavigator.org and 511.alaska.gov
Northern Region DOT&PF 2021 Construction Information
dot.alaska.gov/nreg/construction
Denali Highway Rock Creek Bridge Replacement
Project overview
Project Description and Location
Replace existing one-lane bridge with a two-lane bulb-T concrete bridge at Denali Highway MP 25, Rock Creek.
General Expected Traffic Impacts
Traffic will be detoured around the working area through a temporary crossing. Flagger may be used on site for equipment access. Expect 20 minute delays.
Project Timeline
April 2021 - September 2021
Contractor and Contract Amount
Tutka, LLC, $3,480,750
Funding Information
This project is 90% funded by the Federal Highway Administration with a 10% state match.
Where to find more information
DOT&PF Project Engineer
Jacob Temple, 907-451-5457, jacob.temple@alaska.gov
Current Traffic Information
AlaskaNavigator.org and 511.alaska.gov
Northern Region DOT&PF 2021 Construction Information
dot.alaska.gov/nreg/construction
Gulkana River Boat Launch
Project overview
Project Description and Location
Construct a multi-purpose facility to serve the existing unimproved boat launch site at the Gulkana River Bridge near MP 127 on the Richardson Highway. Work includes construction of new wayside areas and access roads.
General Expected Traffic Impacts
Traffic impacts should be minimal, for haul units entering and leaving the project site, and for the construction of a new approach. There may be restrictions and delays accessing the existing unimproved shoreline boat launch; we are investigating if construction can be sequenced to avoid high use times.
Project Timeline
Mid-summer - November 2021
Contractor and Contract Amount
Project not yet awarded
Funding Information
This project is 100% funded by the State of Alaska.
Where to find more information
DOT&PF Project Engineer
Jeremy Torres, 907-451-5492, jeremy.torres@alaska.gov
Current Traffic Information
AlaskaNavigator.org and 511.alaska.gov
Northern Region DOT&PF 2021 Construction Information
dot.alaska.gov/nreg/construction
Lake Louise Road MP 9-19 Spot Resurfacing
Project overview
Project Description and Location
Resurface Lake Louise Road between milepost 9-19 with chip seal or high float surface treatment. Project will include minor leveling, grading, clearing, drainage improvements, roadside hardware, and striping.
General Expected Traffic Impacts
Delays up to 20 minutes on Lake Louise Road.
Project Timeline
May 2021 - September 2021
Contractor and Contract Amount
Project not yet awarded
Funding Information
This project is 90% funded by the Federal Highway Administration with a 10% state match.
Where to find more information
DOT&PF Project Manager
Dave Arvey, 907-451-2621, david.arvey@alaska.gov
Current Traffic Information
AlaskaNavigator.org and 511.alaska.gov
Northern Region DOT&PF 2021 Construction Information
dot.alaska.gov/nreg/construction
McCarthy Road Chokosna River Bridge
Project overview
Project Description and Location
Replace existing Chokosna River Bridge at McCarthy Road MP 27. Bridge will be replaced on a new alignment, with a single-span 146’ length bridge. Other work includes realigning the road to the new bridge, armoring the new embankment to prevent erosion, removing the existing bridge, relocating approaches and culvert work.
General Expected Traffic Impacts
Reduced speeds in the project area and intermittent delays, up to 20 minutes. Delays should not be present the whole length of the construction period, as the majority of the work will occur off the existing road on a new alignment and the existing bridge will remain until the new is complete.
Project Timeline
May 2021 - September 2021
Contractor and Contract Amount
HC Contractors, Inc., $3,729,282
Funding Information
This project is 100% funded by the Federal Highway Administration, with 58% of that funding coming from the Federal Lands Access Program within the Federal Highway Administration.
Where to find more information
DOT&PF Project Engineer
Frank Jordano, 703-350-2880, frank.jordano@alaska.gov
Project Website
http://dot.alaska.gov/nreg/chokosna/
Current Traffic Information
AlaskaNavigator.org and 511.alaska.gov
Northern Region DOT&PF 2021 Construction Information
dot.alaska.gov/nreg/construction
Crystal Creek Culvert Replacement
Project overview
Project Description and Location
Replacing multiple failing culverts with single fish pass culvert and improve horizontal and vertical curve geometry on McCarthy Highway at milepost 41.
General Expected Traffic Impacts
One- lane traffic, 20 minute delays and potential for temporary (12-hour) closure.
Project Timeline
Currently unknown, potential start in 2021 construction season
Contractor and Contract Amount
Project not yet awarded
Funding Information
This project is 90% funded by the Federal Highway Administration with a 10% state match.
Where to find more information
DOT&PF Project Engineer
Frank Jordano, 703-350-2880, frank.jordano@alaska.gov
Current Traffic Information
AlaskaNavigator.org and 511.alaska.gov
Northern Region DOT&PF 2021 Construction Information
dot.alaska.gov/nreg/construction
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The fine print
The information on this page was compiled in spring, 2021 by Northern Region DOT&PF staff. All the information listed on this sheet was accurate at the time it was published, but is subject to change, as are all things related to construction in Alaska’s short summer season. Please contact the DOT&PF project engineer if you have any questions about this project. Thank you!
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