Alaska hatches plan for vast road network across the Arctic

Potential transportation corridors to communities and resources are indicated in red on the state’s map outlining the ASTAR project. (Courtesy Alaska Department of Natural Resources)Citing tough economic times, Alaska lawmakers and the governor slashed funding for several huge, controversial projects this year, including the Knik Arm bridge and the Juneau Access road.
But Gov. Bill Walker’s administration is now envisioning something new. This year’s capital budget includes $7.