(FAIRBANKS, Alaska) – After reviewing current overflow patterns and locations on the Dalton Highway, the Alaska Department of Transportation & Public Facilities (ADOT&PF) is moving forward with contingency plans to protect the road from the Sag River.

ADOT&PF is pursuing construction of a gravel berm adjacent to the Dalton Highway. The berm will be constructed on the east side of the road, from Mile 394-397. At Mile 397, the gravel berm will connect with the raised roadway, which was constructed last summer.

Work on the gravel berm is expected to begin mid-February at the latest. Until then, crews will continue building berms with snow, burlap and rebar to keep overflow away from the road.

The Dalton Highway is vital infrastructure to the state, and ADOT&PF is working diligently to protect the road.

For more information on the Dalton Highway overflow, visit: https://1.usa.gov/1JCgXWU[xyz-ihs snippet=”Adsense-responsive”]

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