Local mining expert says drill and blast tunneling method could cost half of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers’ proposed method.
Glacial Outburst Flooding
Juneau issues preemptive disaster declaration ahead of 2026 glacial outburst flood
A state official told KTOO it’s unusual, but proactive to declare this unique disaster before there’s damage.
Back Loop Bridge trailhead closed for glacial outburst flood wall construction
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is building a berm parallel to Back Loop Road.
Juneau Assembly addresses a fairness issue regarding glacial outburst flood wall funding
Hundreds of homeowners will no longer have to pay into a local improvement district for the HESCO barriers, but a lawsuit over the flood wall is ongoing.
Panel discussion: Preparing for the next glacial outburst flood
Panelists will talk about the latest science guiding flood planning, the temporary flood wall made of HESCO barriers, future solutions and public safety.
Now Juneau’s flood wall is being rebuilt to withstand a glacial outburst flood 30% larger than last year, instead of twice the size
After the project cost skyrocketed, the Assembly voted to scale back the protection plan for this year’s flood. The Army Corps is weighing some medium-term solution ideas and estimates the annual flood will last another 25 years.