Alaska Online Public Notices #223208

Engineering and Environmental Studies for Richardson Highway MP 113 Realignment

This notice announces the Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities (DOT&PF)'s intent to conduct engineering and environmental studies for the Richardson Highway MP 113 Reconstruction project. - Government Buyer: - Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities (DOT&PF) - Project Scope: - Realignment of Richardson Highway at milepost 113 due to erosion from a steep, unstable bluff near the Copper River - Reconstruction of the highway to the west of the current alignment - Drainage improvements, including installation of new culverts - Installation and replacement of roadside hardware (signs, guardrails) - Utility relocations and vegetation clearing - Right-of-way acquisition - Material sourcing from Tazlina M&O Pit at MP 110 - Services Requested: - Engineering and environmental studies - Public comment solicitation on potential impacts to historic properties, archaeological sites, wetlands, and floodplains - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Compliance with Executive Orders on wetlands, cultural environment, and invasive species - Adherence to federal and state nondiscrimination policies - No OEMs or specific vendors are identified at this planning stage; this is a notice for public input and project planning.

Description

The Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities (DOT&PF) intends to realign the Richardson Highway at milepost 113 due to erosion threats from a steep, unstable bluff. The project includes highway reconstruction, drainage improvements, installation of roadside hardware, utility relocations, vegetation clearing, and right-of-way acquisition. Public comments are requested on environmental and cultural resources potentially affected by the project, with construction planned for summer 2030.

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