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Alaska 511: Road Conditions & Traffic

Q: What is the 511 number for Alaska?

Dial 5-1-1 from a phone in Alaska for road conditions, closures and traffic reported by Alaska DOT&PF. Calls to 511 are free from most carriers. The same data is on Alaska 511 (https://511.alaska.gov).

Q: Are there any road closures in Alaska today?

Trucker Route is showing 27 active road incidents in Alaska, including 2 closures and 25 work zones, from the feeds we collect. See exact locations on our interactive map, and Alaska 511 (https://511.alaska.gov) for the official Alaska DOT&PF picture. State DOT feeds are read every 15 minutes and this page is rebuilt every 30 minutes.

Q: What weather alerts are active in Alaska?

There are currently 8 active NWS weather alerts affecting Alaska, including Winter Weather Advisory. Alerts come from the National Weather Service, are read every 15 minutes and reach this page when it is rebuilt, every 30 minutes.

Alaska road conditions for truckers right now: 2 closures, 25 work zones and 8 NWS weather alerts. Road data from Alaska 511.

27 Active Incidents

2 Critical

8 Weather Alerts

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Official source: Alaska 511, run by Alaska DOT&PF. Dialing 5-1-1 inside Alaska reaches the same reports by phone.

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Trucking Industry: Alaska

6,597Active Carriers

26,966Registered Drivers

28,700Power Units

514HazMat Carriers

Source: FMCSA Company Census. View national statistics →

Fatal Crash Statistics: Alaska (2024)

63Fatal Crashes

70Total Fatalities

9Truck-Involved Fatal

10Truck Crash Fatalities

12Alcohol-Involved Fatal

Source: NHTSA FARS 2024. View national statistics →

Highway Infrastructure: Alaska (2024)

5,503Vehicle Miles Traveled (M)

17,654Highway Miles

1,080Interstate Miles

Source: FHWA Highway Statistics 2024. View national statistics →

Frequently Asked Questions: Alaska Road Conditions

How do I check Alaska road conditions?

You can check Alaska road conditions on Trucker Route's live map, which shows the incidents, closures and construction we receive. State DOT feeds are read every 15 minutes and this page is rebuilt every 30 minutes. Dialing 5-1-1 from a phone in Alaska reaches the Alaska DOT&PF road condition line, and the same reports are on Alaska 511.

What is the 511 number for Alaska?

Dial 5-1-1 from a phone in Alaska for road conditions, closures and traffic reported by Alaska DOT&PF. Calls to 511 are free from most carriers. The same data is on Alaska 511.

Are there any road closures in Alaska today?

Trucker Route is showing 27 active road incidents in Alaska, including 2 closures and 25 work zones, from the feeds we collect. See exact locations on our interactive map, and Alaska 511 for the official Alaska DOT&PF picture. State DOT feeds are read every 15 minutes and this page is rebuilt every 30 minutes.

What weather alerts are active in Alaska?

There are currently 8 active NWS weather alerts affecting Alaska, including Winter Weather Advisory. Alerts come from the National Weather Service, are read every 15 minutes and reach this page when it is rebuilt, every 30 minutes.

Weather Alerts (8)

Winter Weather Advisory

Winter Weather Advisory issued November 10 at 6:23PM AKST until November 11 at 3:00PM AKST by NWS Juneau AK

Municipality of Skagway

Winter Weather Advisory

Winter Weather Advisory issued November 10 at 6:18PM AKST until November 11 at 4:00PM AKST by NWS Fairbanks AK

Western Arctic Coast; Northwest Arctic Coast; Northern Arctic Coast

Winter Weather Advisory

Winter Weather Advisory issued November 10 at 6:18PM AKST until November 11 at 4:00PM AKST by NWS Fairbanks AK

Central Beaufort Sea Coast; Eastern Beaufort Sea Coast

Wind Advisory

Wind Advisory issued November 10 at 2:24PM AKST until November 11 at 12:00AM AKST by NWS Juneau AK

City and Borough of Yakutat

Wind Advisory

Wind Advisory issued November 10 at 2:24PM AKST until November 11 at 12:00PM AKST by NWS Juneau AK

City and Borough of Sitka

Wind Advisory

Wind Advisory issued November 10 at 2:24PM AKST until November 11 at 12:00PM AKST by NWS Juneau AK

Prince of Wales Island; Ketchikan Gateway Borough; Annette Island

Wind Advisory

Wind Advisory issued November 10 at 2:24PM AKST until November 11 at 12:00PM AKST by NWS Juneau AK

Western Kupreanof and Kuiu Island

Wind Advisory

Wind Advisory issued November 10 at 2:24PM AKST until November 11 at 6:00PM AKST by NWS Juneau AK

Cape Fairweather to Lisianski Strait

Recent Earthquakes in Alaska (5)

M4.7: 103 km W of Attu Station, Alaska

Depth: 10.0 km · Nov 9, 10:03 PM

M3.6: 132 km SW of Nikolski, Alaska

Depth: 26.3 km · Nov 10, 11:04 AM

M3.6: 131 km SW of Nikolski, Alaska

Depth: 21.4 km · Nov 10, 10:05 AM

M3.5: 48 km N of Petersville, Alaska

Depth: 112.6 km · Nov 9, 08:28 AM

M3.4: 270 km SSW of Nikolski, Alaska

Depth: 20.0 km · Nov 9, 03:28 PM

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FEMA Disaster Declarations: Alaska (1)

MUKLUK FIRE

Fire · Declared 8/18/2026

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Active Incidents (27)

CLOSURE

KOTZEBUE TO CAPE BLOSSOM ROAD - STAGE 2: Cape Blossom Road is closed at the old KEA gate location.

Kotzebue to Cape Blossom Road

06:59 PM

CLOSURE

SAYLES/GORGE ST VIADUCT: Sayles & Gorge St fully CLOSED to vehicles through fall 2026. Pedestrian access to homes maintained. Dawson begins placing permanent piling next week. Expect heavy equipment & delays on Water St; park elsewhere if possible. Work: 7am-5:30pm, Mon-Sat.

Gorge Street

05:16 PM

CONSTRUCTION

Utility Work on Peger Rd Southbound from Johansen Expy to Airport Way. 1 Right lane closed. 11/9/2026 8:00 AM to 11/13/2026 1:51 PM Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri: 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Peger Rd

05:00 PM

CONSTRUCTION

SITKA HAIIBUT POINT ROAD AND PETERSON AVE INTERSECTION SAFETY: Be alert to crews and equipment with traffic control operations and short delays.

Peterson Avenue

06:26 PM

CONSTRUCTION

ALASKA HIGHWAY JOHNSON RIVER BRIDGE REPLACEMENT: Be alert to crews and equipment Monday-Sunday from 7 a.m. - 7 p.m. Expect shoulder work through project area. Flagging and pilot car operations present intermittently.

Alaska Highway

11:36 PM

CONSTRUCTION

Clearing is scheduled to start the week of October 26. Drivers should watch for utility work on the shoulder.

Church Road

06:11 PM

CONSTRUCTION

Striping is scheduled for October 22, weather permitting. Watch for WET PAINT. Drivers should be alert for shoulder, pathway, and utility work. Work is expected to occur until mid-November.

Big Lake Road

06:02 PM

CONSTRUCTION

Expect flaggers and pedestrian detours for the shoulder work on Water Street in Craig. Work is 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Saturday. Anticipated wait times are less than one minute.

Craig/Klawock/Hollis Highway

07:36 PM

CONSTRUCTION

YAK ARHNKLIN RIVER BRIDGE ABUTMENT SLOPE RESTORATION: Be alert to crews, equipment, and traffic control operations at the Ahrklin River Bridge on Dangerous River Road.

Dangerous River Road

09:37 PM

CONSTRUCTION

SITKA HALIBUT POINT ROAD & PETERSON AVE. INTERSECTION: Be alert to crews, equipment, and traffic control operations with short delays. Work is scheduled through the end of November.

Halibut Point Road

02:07 AM

CONSTRUCTION

DEERING AIRPORT IMPROVEMENTS: Be alert to crews and equipment hauling material from various pits along Deering Road to the airport, Monday - Sunday, 6 p.m. - 8 a.m. Expect increased truck traffic and nighttime activity.

Front Street

06:50 PM

CONSTRUCTION

HiEx Construction begins stabilization/drainage work on Lutak Rd between MP 1.4 and 4 starting Fri July 24. Single-lane (southbound) closures with flaggers, 7am-6pm Mon-Sat through Oct 31. Expect delays up to 20 min. Questions? Project hotline: 907-766-3408

Haines Highway/Lutak Road

07:13 PM

CONSTRUCTION

PARKS HWY MP 322-325 RECONSTRUCTION STAGE 2: Be alert to crews and equipment working in the area Monday - Saturday. Expect 24-hour pilot car operations with short delays.

Parks Highway

05:47 AM

CONSTRUCTION

CHENA LAKE RECREATION AREA BICYCLE AND PEDESTRIAN ACCESS: Be alert to crews, equipment, trucks, and flagging operations along the north end of Plack Road from Nelson to Gordon Road Monday - Saturday 7 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.

Plack Road

06:42 PM

CONSTRUCTION

Seward Hwy MP 90-99: Expect daily road work on Thursday, 10/22, to perform pipe lining. Travelers should expect delays and lane closures, flagging operations, and/or pilot car operations throughout the work zone. Speed limit has been reduced to 45 MPH.

Seward Highway

04:43 PM

CONSTRUCTION

Victory Road Pavement Preservation: Work is nearly complete. Expect work for minor clean-up and sign installation with minimal traffic impacts.

Victory Bible Camp Road

11:12 PM

CONSTRUCTION

DALTON HWY MP 245-274: Be alert to crews in the area Monday - Sunday, 6am - 8pm. Expect flaggers and pilot car operations, with delays up to 20 minutes.

Dalton Highway

10:45 PM

CONSTRUCTION

DALTON HWY FLOODING REPAIRS: Be alert for road crews working between MP 209 and MP 250, Monday through Sunday from 6:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Expect flagger and pilot car operations, with delays of up to 20 minutes.

Dalton Highway

10:24 PM

CONSTRUCTION

GLENN HIGHWAY MP 83 - 89. Expect flagging, pilot cars, and delays of up to 20 minutes. Follow flagger directions, watch for construction workers in the work zone, and follow pilot cars. Be alert to steep inclines and sharp corners, and watch for changing roadway conditions.

Glenn Highway

10:53 PM

CONSTRUCTION

Victory Road Pavement Preservation: Work is nearly complete. Expect work for minor clean-up and sign installation with minimal traffic impacts.

Victory Bible Camp Road

11:02 PM

CONSTRUCTION

ANCHOR POINT ROAD MP 0-1.3: Paving, striping, signing, and drainage improvements are completed.

Anchor Point Road

12:39 AM

CONSTRUCTION

PALMER-FISHHOOK & TRUNK ROAD ROUNDABOUT (HSIP): Be alert to flaggers and road work from 7AM to 7PM, Monday through Sunday. Palmer Fishhook will be closed at the Trunk Rd intersection 6/15 - 7/3. Detour routes will be posted. Follow the detour signs or use alternate routes.

Palmer-Fishhook Road

08:36 PM

CONSTRUCTION

HAINES HWY RECONSTRUCTION: Be alert to crews and equipment at MP 20-25 Monday - Saturday from 7a.m. - 7 p.m. Expect traffic control operations with short delays. Expect bridge work Monday-Saturday during non-working hours with one-way traffic and traffic signal lights.

Haines Highway

08:40 PM

CONSTRUCTION

STERLING HIGHWAY MP 45-47: Work is shutting down for the winter season. Watch for equipment entering and exiting the project corridor during the winter season. No scheduled traffic impacts from December thru February. All Trails within the corridor are open to the public.

Sterling Highway

07:24 PM

CONSTRUCTION

GLENN HIGHWAY BRIDGE DECK PRESERVATION: Work on the Bridges is complete. Watch for trucks watering in the medians at Peters Creek and Knik River Bridges

Glenn Highway

12:21 AM

CONSTRUCTION

Sitka Seawalk Phase II update: Construction continues thru Oct 2026. Dump truck traffic drops end of July; mid-July work shifts under the bridge near Lightering Facility. Expect delays/lane closures. Questions? Contact Tim Eddy 907-219-0341.

Harbor Drive

12:11 AM

CONSTRUCTION

PARKS HWY MP 319 - 322 RECONSTRUCTION STAGE 1: Be alert to crews and equipment working in the area Monday - Saturday. Expect 24-hour pilot car operations with short delays.

Parks Highway

05:49 AM

Last updated: Nov 10, 2026, 10:33 PM ET

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