AK Railroad is proposing to install remote avalanche control towers at three sites on the Glacier RD
AKRR is proposing to install remote avalanche control (RAC) towers at MP71.2 and MP69.9 Seward Hwy and at MP 6.8 Portage Hwy. Construction will occur over the next few years as funding is available.
Project Summary
Location Summary:
Remote Avalanche Towers will be installed along Turnagain Arm at MP71.2 and MP69.9 Seward Hwy and at MP 6.8 Portage Hwy near the Whittier Tunnel.
Project Milestones:
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Scoping Start | 03/22/2021 |
| Decision | 06/2021 (Estimated) |
| Implementation | 07/2021 (Estimated) |
Expected Analysis Type:
Decision Memo
Categorical Exclusion:
32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3)
Special Authority:
Not Applicable / Other
Lead Management Unit:
Glacier Ranger District
Notice and Comment Regulation:
Not Subject to Regulations
Project Purpose:
Special Use Management
Project Activity:
Special Use Authorizations
Current Status:
Completed
Project Decision Information
AK Railroad is proposing to install remote avalanche control towers at three sites on the Glacier RD
Decision Signed Date: 06/11/2021
Forests:
Chugach National Forest
Districts:
Glacier Ranger District; Seward Ranger District
States:
Alaska
Counties:
Anchorage; Kenai Peninsula
Legal Land Description:
Kern T.10 N., R.2 E.,Sec.27; Centerline T.5N., R.2E., Sec.2; Door 4 T.8 N., R.3 E., Sec 12&13
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Debra Srb
P.O. Box 129
Girdwood, AK 99587
907-424-4726
dsrb@fs.fed.us
Last Updated: 6/22/2021