Chugach Electric Association Portage to Whittier Shore Power Line Rebuild
CEA has proposed a line rebuild between Portage and Whittier to provide shore power to the Whittier cruise ship terminals.
Project Summary
Location Summary:
Portage valley; between the electric substation located east of the Seward Highway/Portage Glacier Highway intersection to Section 14, T8N, R3E west of the Whittier Tunnel
Project Milestones:
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Scoping Start | 04/14/2025 |
| Decision | 12/2025 (Estimated) |
| Implementation | 06/2026 (Estimated) |
Expected Analysis Type:
Decision Memo
Categorical Exclusion:
32.2 (2), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(2)
Special Authority:
Not Applicable / Other
Lead Management Unit:
Chugach National Forest All Units
Notice and Comment Regulation:
Not Subject to Regulations
Project Purpose:
Special Use Management
Project Activity:
Special Use Authorizations
Current Status:
Completed
Project Decision Information
Chugach Electric Association Portage to Whittier Shore Power Line Rebuild
Decision Signed Date: 12/23/2025
Forests:
Chugach National Forest
Districts:
Glacier Ranger District
States:
Alaska
Counties:
Anchorage
Legal Land Description:
Not Applicable
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William Brennan
161 East 1st Avenue, Door 8
Anchorage, AK 99501
907-754-2351
william.brennan@usda.gov
Last Updated: 12/31/2025