Alaska 511: Road Conditions & Traffic
Alaska has 15 active road incidents (2 critical). Including 13 constructions, 2 closures. Updated every 15 minutes.
15
Active Incidents
2
Critical
0
Weather Alerts
Trucking Industry — Alaska
6,448
Active Carriers
26,511
Registered Drivers
82,072
Power Units
517
HazMat Carriers
Source: FMCSA Company Census. View national statistics →
Fatal Crash Statistics — Alaska (2023)
56
Fatal Crashes
60
Total Fatalities
10
Truck-Involved Fatal
10
Truck Crash Fatalities
14
Alcohol-Involved Fatal
Source: NHTSA FARS 2023. View national statistics →
Highway Infrastructure — Alaska (2024)
5,503
Vehicle Miles Traveled (M)
17,654
Highway Miles
1,080
Interstate 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 real-time Alaska road conditions using Trucker Route's live map which displays active incidents, closures, and construction updated every 15 minutes. You can also call 511 from any phone in Alaska to reach the Alaska Department of Transportation's automated road condition hotline.
What is the 511 number for Alaska?
Dial 5-1-1 from any phone in Alaska for automated road condition reports, highway closures, and traffic updates from the Alaska Department of Transportation. The service is free and available 24/7. You can also visit Alaska's 511 page on Trucker Route for real-time data.
Are there any road closures in Alaska today?
Alaska currently has 15 active road incidents, including 2 closures and 13 construction zones. View all incidents on our interactive map for exact locations and details.
What weather alerts are active in Alaska?
There are currently no active weather alerts for Alaska. Weather data is sourced from the National Weather Service and updated in real-time.
Recent Earthquakes in Alaska (5)
M4.1 — 235 km ESE of Attu Station, Alaska
Depth: 16.6 km · Mar 29, 04:29 AM
M3.7 — 236 km ESE of Attu Station, Alaska
· Mar 29, 03:01 AM
M3.5 — 237 km ESE of Attu Station, Alaska
· Mar 28, 10:20 PM
M3.4 — 20 km WSW of Point MacKenzie, Alaska
Depth: 34.9 km · Mar 29, 01:37 AM
M3.3 — 240 km ESE of Attu Station, Alaska
Depth: 13.3 km · Mar 29, 03:39 AM
Active Incidents (15)
CLOSURE
Road Maintenance on Tofty Rd Both Directions near Jeep Trl 12/28/2025 8:02 PM to 4/15/2026 8:03 PM Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun: Active all day
Tofty Rd
05:02 AM
CLOSURE
Closed for the season on Herman Leirer Rd Both Directions near Old Exit Glacier Rd. All lanes closed. 10/20/2025 8:00 AM Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun: Active all day
Herman Leirer Rd
04:00 PM
CONSTRUCTION
Road Construction on Kenai Spur Hwy Both Directions from Sports Lake Rd to Swires Rd 3/27/2026 12:12 PM Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun: Active all day
Kenai Spur Hwy
08:12 PM
CONSTRUCTION
Road Construction on Glenn Hwy Northbound near mile marker 21 3/27/2026 11:55 AM Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun: Active all day
Glenn Hwy
07:55 PM
CONSTRUCTION
STERLING HWY MP 45-60 STAGE 3/1 B: Expect flagging operations, intermittent DELAYS, and construction equipment entering and exiting the roadway at MP 45-47. All trails within corridor are open.
Sterling Hwy
07:52 PM
CONSTRUCTION
RICHARDSON HIGHWAY MP 167-173 RECONSTRUCTION: Starting Monday, March 30, be alert to crews and equipment on the road and in the shoulders daily from 7AM to 7PM.
Richardson Hwy
06:17 PM
CONSTRUCTION
Road Maintenance on Edgerton Hwy Both Directions from mile marker 1 to mile marker 59 3/19/2026 3:00 PM to 4/10/2026 5:00 PM Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun: Active all day
Edgerton Hwy
11:00 PM
CONSTRUCTION
Shoulder Work on Whittier Hwy Eastbound from Harbor Loop Rd to Harbor Loop Rd 3/19/2026 10:29 AM to 4/20/2026 11:55 PM Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun: Active all day
Whittier Hwy
06:29 PM
CONSTRUCTION
New Traffic Pattern on Seward Hwy Both Directions at mile marker 113 3/11/2026 12:00 PM to 4/30/2026 12:00 AM Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun: Active all day
Seward Hwy
08:00 PM
CONSTRUCTION
Bridge inspections on N C St Both Directions from North Fork Ship Creek to Ocean Dock Rd 5/1/2026 7:00 AM to 5/1/2026 7:00 PM Fri: 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
N C St
03:00 PM
CONSTRUCTION
Bridge inspections on C St Southbound from W 4th Ave to N A St 5/2/2026 7:00 AM to 5/6/2026 7:00 AM Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun: 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
C St
03:00 PM
CONSTRUCTION
Bridge inspections on A St Northbound from E 3rd Ave to E Loop Rd 5/2/2026 7:00 AM to 5/6/2026 7:00 PM Mon: 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun: Active all day
A St
03:00 PM
CONSTRUCTION
GLENN HIGHWAY BRIDGE DECK PRESERVATION: Be alert to single lane closures on the northbound (to Mat-Su) Peters Creek Bridge from 5AM to 2:30PM and southbound bridge from 11:00AM to 6:00PM. Watch for crews working in the median and on the bridges. The northbound bridge will be CLOSED for 45 days starting April 13 (schedule is weather dependent). During this time all traffic will be on the southbound bridge. More info at www.glennbridges.com
Glenn Highway
11:49 PM
CONSTRUCTION
STERLING HIGHWAY MP 45-60 STAGE 3/1 B: Work on this project is anticipated to resume the week of March 23rd with crews and equipment stationed between MP 45 (Quartz Creek Road) and MP 47. Drivers should expect flagging operations, intermittent DELAYS, and construction equipment entering and exiting the roadway. Please use caution when traveling through the work zone and follow all posted traffic control devices.
Unknown Road
05:59 PM
CONSTRUCTION
HAINES HIGHWAY MILEPOST 10 EROSION RESTORATION: Be alert to crews and equipment working between MP 9 and MP 11 from 8am to 4:30pm, Monday through Friday and 8am to 6pm, Saturday and Sunday. Expect flaggers, temporary lane restrictions, and up to 10-minute DELAYS.
Unknown Road
12:01 AM
Last updated: Mar 29, 2026, 10:28 PM ET
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