Big Lake Rd MP 0-3.6 & Church Rd Pavement Preservation

State/Federal Project No: CFHWY00906/0511009

Project Description

The State of Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities (DOT&PF) plans to resurface Big Lake Road from the Parks Highway through the roundabout at North Shore Drive, milepost (MP) 0 to 3.6, and Church Road from the Parks Highway to West Schrock Road.

Work would include, as necessary:

• Roadway and pathway pavement resurfacing
• Drainage improvements
• Improvements to roadside hardware, including guardrail, signs, lighting, and traffic data
• Striping
• Structural dig-outs
• Utility relocations
• Vegetation clearing and grubbing
• ADA curb ramps

Current Status

Project design is complete, and construction is underway. Construction contractor QAP began construction in August 2026 with clearing and initial survey work along Big Lake Road. Work along Big Lake Road will begin at the Parks Highway and progress toward North Shore Drive in approximately one-mile segments. Activities include drainage improvements, structural dig-outs, asphalt reclamation, pipe replacements, and paving.

Residents and area travelers can expect to see construction crews and equipment within the project area, temporary traffic control measures, reduced speeds, lane shifts, and intermittent delays during construction
activities. Access to homes and businesses will be maintained.

Work on the Big Lake Road/North Shore Drive roundabout and on Church Road is planned for 2027. Construction is anticipated to be completed in 2027.

Contact and Comment

Please contact the project team with questions and comments by email at BigLakeandChurchRds@dowl.com or phone.