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Kiewit will build the first phase of Port of Nome modification project In Nome, Alaska, according to a statement of August 15 of the United States Army Engineers – Alaska District. The aim is to deepen and expand the port of Nom on the western coast of the State to house larger ships.
Vancouver, Kiewit Infraestructure West Co., based in Washington, will build the first of four phases of the project, Phase 1a, with a value of $ 399.4 million, according to the agency. The city of Nome is also the project sponsor, funded by the 2021 Investment and Jobs Act.
Nome does not have access to major road systems and Currently, ship transportation is limited Due to its existing port surface, the USACE project website. An annual dredging is required to deepen and maintain the two associated navigation basins and channels.
The original port was built in 1917 and the expansion effort will serve as public research and security purposes, and will support the country’s military presence above the Arctic Circle, according to the agency.
“A robust and efficient transport center in Nom is essential for the long -term viability of the surrounding communities in the region,” said Colonel Jeffrey Palazzini, commander of the USACE Alaska district, in the statement. “We are committed to helping the city of Nome by providing a reliable solution that improves the port efficiency of the port.”
Phases of the project of modification of the Port of Nome in Nome, Alaska.
The scope of the project involves the construction of an extension of 1,200 feet of causa with about 600 feet of face of dock, according to the launch. After this part of the project, the Draga of Phase 2 of the deep and exterior basins to less than 40 feet is planned for the construction.
