Alaska Scenic Byways Program
Administrative Agency:
Federal Agency: Federal Highway Administration; State Agency: Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities, Division of Statewide Planning
Program Goals:
Once a route is officially designated an Alaska Scenic Byway, a National Scenic Byway, or an All-American Road, it is eligible for National Scenic Byway funds to prepare and implement a corridor management plan. A local match of 20% is required for all grant projects.
Resource Provided:
Scenic Byway Grants can be used to develop corridor management plans, safety improvements, byway facilities that interpret or enhance the intrinsic qualities of the scenic byway, and access to recreation (including water recreation), as well as protect resources, interpret information, and market byways.
Eligibility:
Non-profit groups, state and local governmental agencies, or political subdivisions within Alaska may apply for projects along officially designated state and national byways.
Alaska Program Status:
Grant applications are accepted on an annual basis. Check the National Scenic Byways website or contact the Alaska Byways Coordinator for criteria and other details. Applications are submitted online via the National Scenic Byways website at http://www.byways.org. A hard copy with attachments must also be submitted.
Program Contact: (Primary Contact listed first.)