This award supports the replacement of 5 temporary bridges on afognak island, alaska

The Department of Agriculture Forest Service R10-Alaska Region awarded Ouzinkie Native Corporation $490,000 on June 18, 2026, under the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act Temporary Bridge Program (CFDA 10.721) to replace five deteriorating temporary bridges on Afognak Island, Alaska.

The existing log stringer bridges will be replaced with five railcar bridges designed to provide safe travel while protecting anadromous stream habitat. The new bridges will enable safe and efficient property access for multiple user groups, supporting ongoing forest management, habitat improvement projects, and cultural activities on the island.

The award period extends from June 18, 2026, through December 31, 2027. Work is performed in Alaska.

The existing log stringer bridges are deteriorating and not safe for continued use. They will be replaced with 5 railcar bridges that provide safe travel and protect anadromous stream habitat. The new bridges will allow for safe and efficient property access by multiple user groups, which will support ongoing forest management, habitat improvement projects and cultural activities.