Juneau Glacier Highway Chip Seal

Industrial Boulevard to Ferry Terminal

Project No. 0933051/SFHWY00481

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Project Overview

What is the purpose of this project?

This project will design and construct a chip seal overlay on Glacier Highway, between Auke Lake & the AMHS Ferry Terminal in Auke Bay.

What construction activities will take place?

This project includes subbase and pavement repair, chip seal, seal coating, guardrail replacement, and road painting activities.

How will construction affect me?

Motorists, residents, pedestrians, bicyclists, and businesses should expect intermittent construction activity. Expect delays of up to 5 minutes, or 10 minutes during paving activities. A reduced 35 MPH speed limit, with double work zone fines, will be implemented prior to AST paving activities, and for 72 hours following each chip seal and seal coat application. Bicyclists and pedestrians should watch for directions from signage and flaggers.

Construction Update

Construction Activities

Construction began April 27, 2026, and will continue through August 30, 2026.

Work will occur intermittently along Glacier Highway from the Auke Lake parking area to the Ferry Terminal. Current construction activities include chip sealing, seal coating, and pavement repairs.

Traffic Control Plan

Traffic control will include permanent construction signage, double lane shifts, and single lane closures. Motorists, bicyclists, and pedestrians should expect lane closures, construction signs, heavy equipment usage, and flaggers through work zones. Watch for construction signs, heavy equipment, and flaggers.

Impacts to Residents and Businesses

Motorists, residents, and businesses should expect intermittent construction activity, delays up to ten minutes, and altered traffic patterns. Bicyclists and pedestrians should watch for directions from signage and flaggers.

Planned Dates of Major Changes/Impacts

For the week of May 4th: Expect both day and night work, to include subbase, base course, and pavement repairs between Waydelich Creek and the ferry terminal, and pavement repairs between Auke Lake and Fritz Cove Road. Lane closures and flagging will be employed, with up to 10-minute delays.
For the week of May 11th: Expect construction activities to pause, depending on weather. Motorized and non-motorized access will be available while activities are on hold.