Ballaine Road’s Permafrost Problem | Anchorage News

Ballaine Road near Fairbanks is a rollercoaster of a drive—thanks to melting permafrost. For decades, patches of asphalt have been the only fix, but beneath lies ice thousands of years old, now thawing faster due to climate change. Experts warn this isn’t new, and with permafrost up to 100 feet deep, the ground turns to mush, warping roads. Solutions like thermosiphons exist, but they’re pricey. In places like Goldstream Valley, the cost is just too high—so expect bumpy, patched-up roads for years to come. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/b6bf3adbdf34f8f1