The area experiences a cold, continental climate with extreme temperature differences. Extended periods of -40 are common. Average precipitation is 13 inches, with 72 inches of snowfall. The Koyukuk River is ice-free from June through October. Most public facilities were severely damaged in the 1994 flood.
Residents currently carry treated water from a central community well and use pit privies.
A flush haul system is planned for the community, but major infrastructure improvements are necessary. The City needs a new water plant, washeteria, water storage tank, sewage lagoon, force main and access road. A new landfill and access road are under construction. Your comments and questions are welcome.