Streets – Page 2 – City and Borough of Juneau

With heavy snow and low visibility, avoid unnecessary travel

Juneau is currently experiencing winter storm conditions, including heavy snow and low visibility. CBJ Streets is working hard to clear the roads, but driving conditions remain poor in many areas. Please avoid unnecessary travel whenever possible for the safety of yourself and others.

If driving is necessary, use extreme caution.

Please note that today Capital Transit is running on winter routes, with service suspended on Cordova Street, Franklin and Fourth Street downtown. For more information, visit juneaucapitaltransit.org.

For more information about winter maintenance and the CBJ road maintenance priority map, please visit CBJ Winter Maintenance Information. For information about State of Alaska road maintenance, visit the Department of Transportation’s Winter Road Maintenance Priority Map.

For the latest weather information, check with the National Weather Service – Juneau area.

January 15th, 2024|

Crow Hill Drive Construction Begins June 15

Construction will begin on Crow Hill Drive Thursday, June 15, and continue throughout the summer until approximately September 15. Work will include repaving the road, replacing the water main, and improving the area drainage.

During this time, there may be traffic and water service interruptions while new infrastructure is installed. Please follow any posted signs and guidance and stay alert for crews at work in the area.

For more information, please contact Abner Miller at [email protected] or (907) 957-8016.

June 14th, 2023|

Basin Road Trestle Open to Pedestrian and Vehicle Traffic

The Basin Road Trestle Bridge is now open to all traffic following successful structural repairs.

The trestle was closed to vehicle traffic in early 2023 following a rock slide. Additional repairs to the guardrail will take place later this year.

CBJ Engineering and Public Works appreciates the patience and understanding of the public during the repair process for this popular roadway.

June 9th, 2023|

Construction on Harris Street Begins May 10

The City and Borough of Juneau and Coogan Construction will begin work on the Harris Street Reconstruction Project on Wednesday, May 10. Work is expected to continue into September.

The project will reconstruct both Harris Street from 4th Street to 7th Street and 7th Street from Harris Street to Gold Street. Please follow all traffic control signage in this area as sections of the roads will periodically be closed to traffic.

The project includes replacement of the road base, sewer system, water system, and storm system, as well as new pavement, sidewalks, curb and gutter, and other miscellaneous work.

For more information, please contact CBJ Project Manager Michael Eich at 907-586-0800 ext. 4192 or [email protected], Wilson Engineering Project Engineer JoAnn Quigg at 907-321-0016 or [email protected], or Coogan Construction Corp. at 907-780-6000. To be added to the project email list please contact JoAnn Quigg.

May 8th, 2023|

Revised Traffic Pattern on Calhoun Avenue Starting April 26

The Calhoun Avenue & W. 7th Street intersection will be closed to vehicle traffic beginning Wednesday, April 26, until approximately Wednesday, May 10. The closure is part of the Calhoun Avenue Phase II Reconstruction Project.

During this closure, Indian Street and a portion of W. 8th Street will be temporarily opened to two-way traffic. The contractor will reopen the Calhoun Avenue intersection as soon as possible to restore the typical traffic patterns.

Pedestrian access will be maintained throughout the project zone, including the Willoughby stairs and overpass. Updated maps will be provided as work progresses. Please obey all construction signage.

CBJ, proHNS and Admiralty Construction apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate the public’s patience during the project construction.

For more information, contact CBJ Project Manager John Nelson at (907) 586-0800 ext. 4189 or [email protected], Admiralty Construction at (907) 780-3555, or proHNS Project Engineer Chris Bydlon at (907) 780-4004 or [email protected]. To be added to the project email list please contact Chris Bydlon.

April 26th, 2023|