Wrangell water and sewer line replacement on McKinnon Street approved
The Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation has approved two projects to replace aging water and sewer lines along McKinnon Street in Wrangell, clearing the way for work to begin during a planned road resurfacing.
The projects will replace 280 feet of 65-year-old asbestos cement water main and 280 feet of gravity sewer main. The water line replacement will cost $472,865, funded through a state drinking water loan. The sewer line replacement will cost $464,729, funded through a clean water loan.
The department determined the projects qualify for a categorical exclusion from further environmental review. That means the work will not significantly affect treatment capacity, cultural resources, endangered species habitat, or environmental quality.
The water main replacement includes new service laterals and utility boxes. The sewer work includes appurtenances and bypass pumping. Both projects will happen at the same time as the road resurfacing to minimize disruption.
The categorical exclusion determination took effect April 24, 2026. The department can revoke it if new information surfaces.
For project documentation, contact Adele Fetter, environmental impact analyst, at the State Revolving Fund Program, 555 Cordova Street, Anchorage, AK 99501. Phone 907-269-7428 or email [email protected].
Residents needing disability accommodations can contact ADA Coordinator Kristin Mabry at [email protected] or 907-334-0884.
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