# Suicide Basin Flood Fix Under Fire

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Podcast: [Anchorage News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/anchorage-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7570138)
Published: 2026-06-27T01:23:15+00:00
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## Resource

Juneau residents are demanding a permanent fix for deadly floods from Suicide Basin, frustrated by costly temporary walls that only delay the inevitable. Led by survivor Debbie Penrose Fischer, locals push for a tunnel—called a “lake tap”—to drain the basin at its source. Though the Army Corps initially backed this solution, they later pivoted to short-term fixes, sparking backlash. The tunnel’s original price tag of $600 million to $1 billion has been a major roadblock, until mining expert Brian Erickson proposed a radical, cheaper method using “drill and blast” techniques, slashing costs to $220–$323 million. His plan has energized officials, including Senator Lisa Murkowski, who’s now exploring public-private partnerships. The Army Corps is reviewing Erickson’s approach and even plans a site visit to a local mine. While the city wants speed and savings, the final decision rests with federal agencies as they weigh long-term safety against immediate budget and logistical hurdles. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/a30283e8ec1a880d

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