Figure 1: Richardson MP 35, A view of the existing corridor heading northbound; Google Earth Pro.
Alaska DOT&PF is working to improve Richardson Highway MP 35-40, which is part of a larger project (Richardson Highway MP 35-65). The construction of Richardson Highway MP 51-65 was completed in 2020. Richardson Highway MP 40-51 started in 2022 and is projected to be completed in August 15, 2023.
The purpose of this project is to provide safety for everyone on the highway system, increase the flow of traffic, and improve pavement conditions. The project will receive its first update since 1984 with this initiative. Richardson Highway MP 35-40 (North of Valdez) will reduce maintenance cost by eliminating weathered sections along the corridor.
Figure 2: Corridor Map, Richardson MP 35 – 40;
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Work on this project includes:
Construction on this project is expected to begin in May 2023 and be completed by October 15, 2023.
This project is being developed and constructed in cooperation with the Alaska Division of Federal Highway Administration.
Use DOT&PF’s Alaska Project Exchange tools to learn more about all of DOT&PF’s active construction projects statewide!
Want to know how construction will impact road traffic? Visit 511.alaska.gov
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If you have questions or comments about the project, please contact:
Sarah Schlichting, P.E.
Project Manager, DOT&PF
2301 Peger Rd
Fairbanks, AK 99709-5316
(907) 451-2041
sarah.schlichting@alaska.gov
For individuals requiring TTY communications, please contact Alaska Relay at 7-1-1 or 1-800-770-8973.
The environmental review, consultation, and other actions required by applicable Federal environmental laws for this project are being, or have been, carried out by DOT&PF pursuant to 23 U.S.C. 327 and a Memorandum of Understanding dated November 3, 2017, and executed by FHWA and DOT&PF.
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