Sitka Channel
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The Sitka Channel, or more commonly referred to as simply The Channel by locals, is a notable feature of Sitka, Alaska that separates vital portions of infrastructure located on the peripheral Japonski Island to the rest of the community. Until 1972 the commute was only achievable through a ferry service but in that year the O'Connell Bridge was constructed named after John W. O'Connell, a former mayor of Sitka.
The Sitka Channel has numerous wharfs, piers, and harbors serving its thriving seafood industries as well the port facilities for the US Coast Guard vessel USCG Maple.
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