Big Lake Phone Directory

The Big Lake phone directory lists public office contacts for this growing community in the Matanuska-Susitna Borough. Big Lake is a census-designated place, so it does not have its own city government. The Mat-Su Borough handles most services from its offices in Palmer. If you need to reach a borough clerk, court line, or state trooper post, this page has the phone numbers you are looking for. Big Lake sits about 60 miles north of Anchorage along the Parks Highway. It is one of the most popular lake communities in the Mat-Su Valley, and its population has been growing steadily.

Big Lake Borough Office Contacts

The Matanuska-Susitna Borough provides government services for Big Lake. Borough offices are at 350 E. Dahlia Ave, Palmer, AK 99645. The main line is (907) 861-7801. This number routes to the switchboard and can connect callers to the clerk, assessor, planning, and other departments. The borough clerk processes public records requests under the Alaska Public Records Act at AS 40.25.100.

Property records for Big Lake are maintained by the Mat-Su Borough Assessing Department. The borough website has an online search tool where you can look up parcels by owner name, address, or parcel number. Results show assessed value, tax history, and ownership details. The Mat-Su Borough School District runs the local schools. Fire and emergency services come from the Big Lake Volunteer Fire Department, which is a key contact for residents.

Court Phone Numbers for Big Lake

Big Lake falls under the Palmer court district. The Palmer Courthouse is at 435 South Denali Street, Palmer, AK 99645. The main customer service line is (907) 746-8181. This court handles civil, criminal, family, and probate cases for the Mat-Su Borough. Court staff can answer questions about case status, filing deadlines, and hearing schedules.

The Alaska Court System website provides CourtView, a free online tool for searching court cases. You can look up criminal and civil cases by name, case number, or citation number. The appellate case management system covers appeals at the Alaska Supreme Court and Court of Appeals. For written record requests, contact the Palmer court clerk at the number above. Court records are public under Alaska law, with limited exceptions for sealed and juvenile cases. Alaska Statute 22.35.030 governs access to court records and sets out what is available to the public.

Palmer is about 20 miles from Big Lake. Plan ahead if you need to visit the courthouse in person.

Big Lake Phone Directory for Police

Law enforcement in Big Lake is provided by the Alaska State Troopers. The Mat-Su Valley and Copper Valley dispatch number is (907) 352-5401. For emergencies, call 911. Troopers patrol the Big Lake area and respond to calls for service in the community. The Department of Public Safety main number is (907) 269-5511.

Criminal history background checks cost $20 and can be done online at the DPS background check portal. You need a valid state ID and social security number. Mail-in requests are also accepted with cash, check, or money order. Under Alaska Statute 12.62, some criminal justice information may be restricted based on case type and disposition. The DPS Criminal Records Bureau in Anchorage can be reached at (907) 269-5767 for questions about the process.

Property and Land Records Contacts

For recorded documents like deeds, liens, and plats in the Big Lake area, the Alaska Department of Natural Resources Recorder's Office is the filing authority. The Anchorage Recorder's Office at 550 West 7th Avenue, Suite 108, Anchorage, AK 99501-3564 handles the Palmer recording district that includes Big Lake. Phone: (907) 269-8876. Recording fees are $20 for the first page and $5 per additional page, per AS 44.37.025. Free online searches are available through ALRIS.

The Mat-Su Borough Assessor handles local property tax assessments. Their online portal lets you search by name, address, or parcel ID. Assessment notices go out once a year and can be appealed if you think the value is wrong. Contact the borough at (907) 861-7801 for assessment questions.

Big Lake Directory Screenshots

The Mat-Su Borough provides community information for Big Lake residents through its website. Here is a view of the borough area information page for the Big Lake community.

The borough site includes department contacts, property search tools, and links to local services.

Public records requests in the Mat-Su Borough can be made through the clerk's office. Below is the public records portal for the borough.

The page explains how to submit requests and what types of records are available to the public under Alaska law.

State Services Phone Numbers

State agencies serve Big Lake residents from offices around the state. Key numbers include the Department of Health at (907) 269-7800, the Department of Administration at (907) 465-2200, and Fish and Game at (907) 465-4100. The Alaska Public Records Act page from the Department of Law provides details on the legal framework for accessing government records.

The Alaska State Archives holds historical government records from the territorial era forward. The Directory of State Officials from the legislature lists every state department with phone numbers and key staff contacts. Both are useful when you cannot find a number through the borough.

Vital records for births, deaths, marriages, and divorces go through the Alaska Bureau of Vital Statistics. Certificate requests can be made by mail or in person at regional offices.

Nearby Cities in the Mat-Su

Big Lake is surrounded by other Mat-Su communities that have their own phone directory pages. Wasilla is the largest city in the borough and is about 15 miles south of Big Lake. Palmer is the borough seat where the courthouse and main borough offices are located. Meadow Lakes sits between Big Lake and Wasilla along the Parks Highway. Knik-Fairview is another growing community in the borough.

All Mat-Su communities share the same courthouse in Palmer and the same borough services. The Alaska State Troopers cover the unincorporated areas, while Wasilla and Palmer have their own city police departments.

Note: Big Lake is a popular recreation area, so seasonal population swings can affect wait times when calling public offices during summer months.