Susitna River
Paving over such perfection would leave a permanent scar on the beauty of the nation.
Sarah Dyrdahl, Northwest regional director for American Rivers
Most endangered rivers
Threat: Road construction, mining, pollution
Alaska’s Susitna River is one of the most pristine rivers in the United States and supports the fastest-growing population in the state of Alaska. Home to an abundance of fish and wildlife, the river plays an important role for Alaska Native communities and also powers a strong economy dependent on the renewable resources of fishing and hunting. But the construction of an industrial access road to allow for mining and oil and gas development threatens the area’s natural wealth and all who benefit from a healthy river. We must halt federal funding and expedited permitting for this deceptive, destructive road project and protect the Susitna’s irreplaceable fisheries, water quality, and communities.
American Rivers appreciates the collaboration and efforts of our partners:
- Susitna River Coalition
- Trout Unlimited
- Cook Inletkeeper
- Chickaloon Village Traditional Council
- Alexander Creek, Inc.
Protect the Susitna River
Tell the Army Corps of Engineers to deny all permits under the Clean Water Act and reject any federal funding for road construction to protect the river’s fish and wildlife.