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Notice of Intent and Public omment: Northern Region FFY27 National Highway System (NHS) Non-Interstate & Community Transportation Program (CTP) Highway Preventative Maintenance and Repair

What is this notice about?

The Alaska Department of Transportation & Public Facilities (DOT&PF) plans preventative maintenance and repair work on certain highways and community roads in the Northern Region, expected to begin in 2027. The work includes road surface repair, pavement markings, shoulder and ditch repair, culvert and storm drain cleaning, and sign and lighting repairs. The public can send written comments by November 9, 2026.

Why was this notice issued?

DOT&PF is asking for public input as part of the environmental review for a federally funded highway project. The project must follow Section 4(f) of the Department of Transportation Act, Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act, and Executive Orders on floodplains (EO 11988), wetlands (EO 11990), cultural resources (EO 11593) and invasive species (EO 13112). DOT&PF carries out the federal environmental review under 23 U.S.C. 327 and an April 13, 2023 Memorandum of Understanding with the Federal Highway Administration.

What action is being taken?

DOT&PF proposes preventative maintenance and repair on selected Northern Region routes on the National Highway System (NHS), not including Interstates, and Community Transportation Program (CTP) routes, for Federal Fiscal Year 2027 (State Project Number NFHWY01255). Proposed work: maintaining and rehabilitating paved and gravel roads; applying pavement stripes and markings; stabilizing and repairing shoulders and ditches; cleaning culverts, inlets and storm drains; repairing and replacing signs; and repairing or refurbishing lighting systems. Work is expected to begin in 2027.

Who is involved: Alaska Department of Transportation & Public Facilities (DOT&PF); Federal Highway Administration

How can the public respond?

Respond by Mon, Nov 9, 2026 Due tomorrow.

“November 9, 2026”

Ways to respond

  • Mail Melissa Riordan, Environmental Impact Analyst, 2301 Peger Road, Fairbanks, Alaska 99709-5316
  • Email melissa.riordan@alaska.gov

What to include

Comments must be in writing. Refer to the Northern Region FFY27 NHS Non-Interstate & CTP Highway Preventative Maintenance and Repair project, State Project Number NFHWY01255. Text Telephone (TDD): 771 or 1-800-770-8973; the notice also lists TTY as 711 or 1-800-770-8973.

Contact

Melissa Riordan, Environmental Impact Analyst
Alaska Department of Transportation & Public Facilities (DOT&PF), Northern Region
melissa.riordan@alaska.gov
(907) 451-2243
2301 Peger Road, Fairbanks, Alaska 99709-5316

Will there be public meetings?

The notice does not announce any public meeting or hearing.

Key dates

  • Oct 22, 2026: Notice published
  • Nov 9, 2026: Deadline for written public comments

Original notice text

Notice of Intent and Public Comment Northern Region FFY27 National Highway System (NHS) Non-Interstate & Community Transportation Program (CTP) Highway Preventative Maintenance and Repair State Project Number: NFHWY01255 The State of Alaska Department of Transportation & Public Facilities (DOT&PF) is requesting public comments and information on a proposal to maintain roadway surfaces by performing preventative maintenance on select locations of the National Highway System (NHS) of Non-Interstate & Community Transportation Facilities (CTP) routes in the Northern Region. The proposed work will include: • Maintenance and rehabilitation of paved and gravel roadways • Application of pavement strips and markings • Stabilization and repair of shoulders and ditches • Cleaning of culverts, inlets and storm drains • Repair and replacement of signage • Repair and/or refurbishment of lighting systems The above listed proposed work is anticipated to begin in 2027. The project is being developed in accordance with the following special purpose regulations including Section 4(f) of the Department of Transportation Act; Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act; and the following Executive Orders (EO): EO 11988 (Floodplain Management); EO 11990 (Wetlands Protection); EO 11593 (Protection and Enhancement of the Cultural Environment); and, EO 13112 (Invasive Species). To ensure that all possible factors are considered, please provide written comments to the following address by November 9, 2026. Melissa Riordan, Environmental Impact Analyst 2301 Peger Road Fairbanks, Alaska 99709-5316 Telephone: (907) 451-2243 Text Telephone (TDD): 771 or 1-800-770-8973 Email: melissa.riordan@alaska.gov The environmental review, consultation, and other actions required by applicable Federal environmental laws for this project are being, or have been, carried out by the DOT&PF pursuant to 23 U.S.C. 327 and a Memorandum of Understanding dated April 13, 2023 and executed by the Federal Highway Administration and DOT&PF. It is the policy of the Alaska DOT&PF that no one shall be subject to discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability, regardless of the funding source, including Federal Transit Administration, Federal Aviation Administration, Federal Highway Administration, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, and State of Alaska funds. Full Title VI Nondiscrimination Policy: https://dot.alaska.gov/cvlrts/titlevi.shtml. To correspond by text telephone (TTY), call 711 or 1-800-770-8973.

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