Alaska 511: Road Conditions & Traffic
Alaska has 23 active road incidents (2 critical) and 1 weather alerts. Including 19 constructions, 2 closures, 1 other, 1 accident. Updated every 15 minutes.
23
Active Incidents
2
Critical
1
Weather Alerts
Trucking Industry — Alaska
6,457
Active Carriers
26,501
Registered Drivers
82,157
Power Units
518
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 23 active road incidents, including 2 closures and 19 construction zones. View all incidents on our interactive map for exact locations and details.
What weather alerts are active in Alaska?
There are currently 1 active NWS weather alert affecting Alaska, including Winter Weather Advisory. Weather alerts are sourced directly from the National Weather Service and updated in real-time.
Weather Alerts (1)
Winter Weather Advisory
Winter Weather Advisory issued April 15 at 1:51PM AKDT until April 18 at 4:00PM AKDT by NWS Fairbanks AK
Eastern Alaska Range South of Trims Camp
Recent Earthquakes in Alaska (5)
M4.7 — 152 km SE of Attu Station, Alaska
Depth: 61.7 km · Apr 14, 12:45 PM
M4.1 — 76 km SW of Nikolski, Alaska
Depth: 21.0 km · Apr 14, 03:08 PM
M3.8 — 68 km SW of Nikolski, Alaska
Depth: 49.6 km · Apr 14, 03:08 PM
M3.7 — 229 km ESE of Attu Station, Alaska
Depth: 103.1 km · Apr 14, 04:19 AM
M3.5 — 181 km WSW of Nikolski, Alaska
Depth: 35.0 km · Apr 14, 01:00 AM
Active Incidents (23)
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
ACCIDENT
Washout on N Fork Rd Westbound from Anchor River to Up Here Ave
N Fork Rd
12:42 AM
OTHER
Sporting Event on Richardson Hwy Both Directions from mile marker 28 to mile marker 30 4/16/2026 9:00 AM to 4/19/2026 5:00 PM Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun: Active all day
Richardson Hwy
05:00 PM
CONSTRUCTION
Road Maintenance on Bridge Access Rd Both Directions from W Tern Ave to Kalifornsky Beach Rd 4/15/2026 7:50 AM to 4/15/2026 5:00 PM Wed: Active all day
Bridge Access Rd
03:50 PM
CONSTRUCTION
Road Maintenance on Kenai Spur Hwy Both Directions from mile marker 1 to mile marker 12 4/15/2026 7:42 AM to 4/15/2026 5:00 PM Wed: Active all day
Kenai Spur Hwy
03:42 PM
CONSTRUCTION
RICHARDSON HWY MP 167-173: Beginning Monday, April 20 be alert to flaggers and pilot cars daily from 6AM to 6PM.
Richardson Hwy
11:35 PM
CONSTRUCTION
Bridge maintenance on Parks Hwy Both Directions near mile marker 243 4/14/2026 1:00 PM to 4/30/2026 12:00 AM Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun: Active all day
Parks Hwy
09:00 PM
CONSTRUCTION
Road Open To Traffic on Denali Hwy Both Directions from mile marker 1 to mile marker 11 4/14/2026 7:54 AM to 5/15/2026 7:00 PM Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun: Active all day
Denali Hwy
03:54 PM
CONSTRUCTION
HAINES HWY 20-25: Be alert to pilot cars, one lane road, and DELAYS of up to 10 minutes Monday through Saturday from 6AM to 4PM.
Haines Hwy
11:33 PM
CONSTRUCTION
CHENA PUMP / CHENA RIDGE RESURFACING: Work on this project is anticipated to start May 1. Crews will be working at the Cripple Creek Bridge near the Pump House. Be alert to 24 hour operations, flaggers, and pilot cars
Chena Pump Rd
08:38 PM
CONSTRUCTION
KACHEMAK DRIVE MP 0-3.5: Starting Monday, April 12 be alert to flagging and DELAYS. Two-way traffic will be maintained in the morning before 8AM to limit delays for morning commuters. Join us for a PUBLIC MEETING on Wednesday, April 15 at 6PM at Homer City Hall to learn more about the project.
Kachemak Dr
06:37 PM
CONSTRUCTION
Road Maintenance on McCarthy Rd Both Directions from mile marker 24 to mile marker 55 4/7/2026 7:15 AM to 4/30/2026 7:00 PM Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun: Active all day
McCarthy Rd
03:15 PM
CONSTRUCTION
New Traffic Pattern on State St Both Directions from 1st to 5th Ave 4/22/2026 7:00 AM to 6/30/2026 5:00 PM Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun: Active all day
State St
03:00 PM
CONSTRUCTION
KENAI SPUR REHABILITATION: SPORTS LAKE TO SWIRES PHASE 2: Beginning April 13, clearing will begin between Sports Lake Road and Eagle Rock, primarily on the path side of the road. Watch for flaggers on the path, and occasional one-lane closures on Kenai Spur Highway.
Kenai Spur Hwy
08:12 PM
CONSTRUCTION
GLENN HWY BRIDGE DECK PRESERVATION: Watch for crews working in the median and on the bridges. Crews will be restriping the road on April 11 and placing detour barriers starting April 13. Northbound bridge closure begins April 18.
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. Be alert to blasting operations and crews in the area Mon-Sat from 6AM to 7PM.
Sterling Hwy
07:52 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
Road Maintenance on Denali Hwy Both Directions near mile marker 4 4/13/2026 1:28 PM to 5/15/2026 6:30 PM Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun: Active all day
Denali Hwy
09:28 PM
Last updated: Apr 15, 2026, 6:45 PM ET
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