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CARMACKS, YUKON — The Village of Carmacks and Little Salmon/Carmacks First Nation will see the creation of permanent flood mitigation measures after a federal investment of more than $38.4 million.

Located at the confluence of the Yukon and Nordenskiold Rivers, the Village of Carmacks and Little Salmon/Carmacks First Nation have experienced increased flooding in recent years that has affected the downtown core, homes, cabins and fish camps and other essential services, explains a release.

“This project will raise crucial roadway along River Drive and build structural dikes along the Yukon River to help prevent flooding of important community infrastructure, including the local recreation complex, municipal services building, health centre, fire hall, police station, and homes and businesses,” it reads.

The money will also improve the resilience of the communities’ wastewater treatment system during flood events to prevent potential discharge into the river, backups and boil water advisories.

The Government of Yukon is providing project management services.