Matsu valley planning for transportation (MVP) streetlight intersection management plan

The Alaska Department of Transportation & Public Facilities received a Formula Grant award of $158,122.90 from the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) under the Highway Planning and Construction program (CFDA 20.205), awarded on August 18, 2025, with a completion date of July 1, 2028. The Matsu Valley Planning for Transportation (MVP) Streetlight Intersection Management Plan project will conduct a comprehensive inventory of all streetlights within the MVP Metropolitan Planning Area and develop a conversion plan to upgrade the lighting infrastructure to light-emitting diode (LED) technology.

In addition to the LED conversion planning, the project encompasses a detailed examination of each intersection to identify and address electrical code compliance requirements and proper LED fixture operation. The scope of work includes necessary infrastructure repairs and upgrades such as replacement of deteriorated wiring, electrical grounding of light pole bases, repair of electrical connections, troubleshooting of lighting and load center circuitry, and other related electrical repairs as required. This is designated as a local match project, indicating cost-sharing participation by local entities in the Matsu Valley region.

Project description

Conduct an inventory of all the streetlights within the MVP metropolitan planning area boundary and develop a plan for converting the lights to led. Examine each intersection to determine any additional lighting system work as required for electrical code compliance and proper operation of the led fixtures. Additional work may include replacement of frayed wiring, grounding of light pole bases, repair of electrical connections, troubleshooting of lighting or load center circuitry and other repairs. This is a local match project.