On Friday, August 8, two Richardson Highway work zones will operate between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m., affecting traffic flow. At the Tanana River Bridge milepost 275.5, the DOR&PF Bridge team will inspect the bridge and install monitoring equipment.
Single lane traffic with flaggers will guide vehicles during the inspection while the boat launch and parking area remain open. Officials said these inspections strengthen safety, maintain infrastructure integrity, and ensure the bridge remains resilient for Alaska´s transportation needs.
Near milepost 297.5, crews will assist geologists by providing flagging support during investigations into recurring road damage along the highway. Both projects aim to minimize delay while protecting workers and motorists traveling through these temporary traffic control areas. Transportation officials urged drivers to stay alert, follow flagger instructions, and exercise caution when approaching the Richardson Highway work zones this week.
