42nd Avenue Upgrade

Phase 1 – 2024 Construction Update: The Municipality of Anchorage (MOA) Project Management & Engineering Department (PM&E) will begin construction of the 42nd Avenue Upgrade Phase 1 project in approximately mid-August 2024. MOA has selected Roger Hickel Contracting, Inc. (RHC) to perform the construction of this project through the public bidding process. MOA PM&E and RHC contact information is provided on the Comment Page. See map below for construction work anticipated for 2024. See August 2024 Construction Announcement for more detailed information. Thank you for your continued patience and cooperation as we work to improve your neighborhood!

The MOA is planning to upgrade East 42nd Avenue between Lake Otis Parkway and Florina Street (see map below). The project will be designed and constructed in phases. Phase 1 project limits are from Lake Otis Parkway to Piper Street and includes the water main replacement. Phase 1 also includes Fish Creek regrading and replacing all the culverts along East 42nd Avenue west of Lake Otis Parkway. Phase 2 project limits are from Piper Street to Florina Street.

Improvements are expected to include:

  • New road foundation
  • New asphalt pavement
  • New storm drain system
  • New pedestrian facilities
  • Improved street lighting
  • Phase 1 water main replacement

The MOA has contracted with CRW Engineering Group, Inc. to provide preliminary engineering and design services. With the passing of the Anchorage Road and Drainage Service Area (ARDSA) bond in the April 2024 election, Phase 1 is now funded through construction. Phase 2 65% design is complete and is awaiting additional funding for completion of the design and construction.

How to get involved:

  • Attend a public open house meeting.
  • Attend your monthly University Area Community Council Meeting. Go to this page to see current agendas.
  • Sign up for email updates: Select the link at the bottom of this page to sign up.
  • Contact us anytime with comments or questions at justin.keene@crweng.com or holly@huddleak.com

Recent Project News

Current Project Schedule


PAST MEETINGS & DOCUMENTS
August 2024
Phase 1 Construction Announcement

March 2024
Anchorage Transportation Fair

October 2023
Open House #4
Graphics Presented

August 2023
95% Design Phase 1 Plans
Phase 1 Plans – Part 1
Phase 1 Plans – Part 2

News Continued…

Map of the Project Area