Project Overview
In order to replace the deteriorated wharf while meeting future needs, the POA, along with the U.S. Department of Transportation Maritime Administration (MARAD), proceeded with the Port of Anchorage Intermodal Expansion Project (PIEP). The goal of the Expansion Project is to replace the existing, deteriorated facility while providing an expanded, modern facility built to a higher degree of seismic capacity that will serve multiple generations of Alaskans.

Phasing Plans
This is the most recent version of the Intermodal Expansion Phasing Plan. This plan changes accordingly in response to construction developments and funding requirements.

Project Partners
In 2003, the Municipality signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the U.S. Maritime Administration (MARAD), a federal agency under the U.S. Department of Transportation, to develop, fund and administer the Port of Anchorage Intermodal Expansion Project. As the Project Owner, the Port of Anchorage, is responsible for securing funding and coordinating the construction phasing to fit the Port's needs. MARAD's responsibilities include contracting authority, oversight, quality assurance, and managing the project funds. MARAD contracted with a company called Integrated Concepts & Research Corp. (ICRC) to develop the Port project. ICRC's responsibilities include providing program management and procurement service.

Cherry Hill Haul Road
The Cherry Hill Haul Road was constructed in order to transport the fill from JBER to the Port of Anchorage, however it soon became apparent that there were additional benefits in constructing this road. Specifically it provided secure and direct vehicle access from JBER to the Port of Anchorage and has allowed the military to avoid using public roadways during deployments, transporting their vehicles and goods directly from base to the port via the Cherry Hill Haul road.

Construction & History
The PIEP has completed a number of significant accomplishments to date including securing all construction and environmental permits, a lengthy, complicated and expensive process. The project has also created 65 acres of new land, constructed a 5-mile long haul road from Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson and created and operated gravel pits on the adjoining military base.