Posted on: April 14, 2021
Routine inspection of the Slater Road bridge over the Nooksack River will cause single-lane road closures from 9am-4pm on Tuesday, April 20. Drivers should expect minor delays of 15 minutes or less. For more information, call 360 778-6260.
Public Works - Maintenance & Operations
Posted on: April 7, 2021
The 2021 Whatcom County Road Shoulder Herbicide Program will begin soon. Approximately 250 miles of roads are normally scheduled for seasonal treatment. Lawns and yard areas may have a minimum 12” wide strip treated to aid in drainage and minimize pavemen...
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Public Works - Maintenance & Operations
Posted on: March 29, 2021
The Whatcom Chief will be out of service from 10:10 a.m. – 3 p.m. on Wednesday, April 14, for inspection and maintenance of the ferry terminal facilities at both Lummi Island and Gooseberry Point.
- The Lummi Island Ferry will be out of s...
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Public Works - Lummi Island and Ferry
Posted on: March 19, 2021
The public is invited to learn more about the Lake Whatcom Management Program at an online meeting of the Bellingham City Council, Whatcom County Council, and the Lake Whatcom Water and Sewer District Board of Commissioners on March 31. Topics discussed w...
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Public Works - News
Posted on: March 19, 2021
Crews will put up signage, monitor plantings, and demobilize equipment. Thank you for your patience during this project! Please save the date of Saturday, Aug. 21, for a community celebration with the Birch Bay Chamber - follow the Chamber for details!
Public Works - Birch Bay Drive & Pedestrian Facility
Posted on: March 17, 2021
Over two tons of weeds removed, beaches inspected for European Green Crabs, “Scoop the Poop” pledges received, salmon habitat improved and so much more--our Natural Resources Division got a lot done last year. Get all the details in our 2020 Annual Report...
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Public Works - News
Posted on: March 12, 2021
Drivers can expect minimal single lane closures from 7am-5pm, Monday-Thursday. Crews will install benches, finish pedestrian path work, and other projects. We want to remind everyone to please avoid damaging the plantings. They are expensive to replace.
Public Works - Birch Bay Drive & Pedestrian Facility
Posted on: March 5, 2021
Crews will work 7am-5pm daily on a variety of tasks. Monday and Tuesday drivers should expect delays with lane closures for paving. Pedestrians, please stay off the new asphalt while it sets! Other work next week should have minimal impacts on traffic.
Public Works - Birch Bay Drive & Pedestrian Facility
Posted on: February 25, 2021
Drivers should expect single-lane closures and periodic delays as crews cut asphalt, pave, add plantings, and install limestone trail on the west side of Birch Bay Drive from Cottonwood to Beach Way.
Public Works - Birch Bay Drive & Pedestrian Facility
Posted on: February 12, 2021
Drivers can expect single-lane closures as contractors install sidewalk, dig swales, and install plantings. Please remember to stay away from both workers and construction areas for your safety!
Public Works - Birch Bay Drive & Pedestrian Facility
Posted on: February 5, 2021
Drivers can expect infrequent single-lane closures from 8am-5pm Monday-Friday. We ask pedestrians to give workers plenty of space, especially around the trail system! Workers will install plantings, install limestone on the trail, and pour sidewalks.
Public Works - Birch Bay Drive & Pedestrian Facility
Posted on: January 29, 2021
Drivers should expect single-lane road closures daily. Contractors will import gravel and place it west of Birch Bay Drive, install plantings, and put in stormwater structures from 7am-5pm. On Thursday, work will include berm shaping from 5pm-3am.
Public Works - Birch Bay Drive & Pedestrian Facility
Posted on: January 27, 2021
The Whatcom County Public Works Department will close Lake Whatcom Boulevard between Lake Louise Rd and Cain Lake/South Bay Rd from 9:00am to 3:00pm on Tuesday, February 2, through Thursday, February 4, for long arm mowing and tree clean up. This closure ...
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Public Works - Maintenance & Operations
Posted on: January 27, 2021
Whatcom County Public Works plans to replace the Jackson Road Bridge over Terrell Creek in Birch Bay. The project is in the planning phase, and a size, type, and location analysis is underway. The public is encouraged to provide their input through an onl...
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Public Works - News
Posted on: January 22, 2021
Drivers can expect single-lane closures as construction continues from 7am-5pm Monday-Friday, installing swales, importing gravel west of the road, and planting. Crews will also work 5pm-3am on Thursday grading the berm north of Harborview Road.
Public Works - Birch Bay Drive & Pedestrian Facility
Posted on: January 15, 2021
Drivers can expect periodic single-lane closures from 7am - 5 pm as Granite Construction imports gravel west of Birch Bay Drive, places limestone along the pedestrian path, and installs swales. Concrete curb and sidewalk will also be poured.
Public Works - Birch Bay Drive & Pedestrian Facility
Posted on: January 14, 2021
Last night’s storm with high tide and heavy wind was a good test of the structure of the berm. It performed as expected – excellent really. The berm was not damaged in the storm. A small amount of debris came through the berm near the ...
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Public Works - Birch Bay Drive & Pedestrian Facility
Posted on: January 11, 2021
On January 1, 2021, the Ferry Division increased the maximum gross vehicle weight for personal vehicles on the Whatcom Chief from 8,000 lbs to 11,000 lbs. The increased weight limit applies to all $13 single ride round trips, and all multi-ride punch card...
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Public Works - Lummi Island and Ferry
Posted on: January 7, 2021
Granite Construction will work from 7am-5pm Monday-Friday placing gravel west of the road, pouring concrete sidewalk, and preparing the limestone path. Drivers should expect periodic single lane closures. Please stay away from construction areas.
Public Works - Birch Bay Drive & Pedestrian Facility
Posted on: December 30, 2020
The contractor will work from 7am-5pm Monday-Friday. Drivers can expect intermittent single lane closures near the Harborview intersection as workers form sidewalks, plant vegetation, and import gravel. Please stay away from all construction work.
Public Works - Birch Bay Drive & Pedestrian Facility
Posted on: December 30, 2020
As Birch Bay residents prepare for the annual Ring of Fire and Hope and the Polar Bear Plunge, we have a few tips to keep you and the construction site safe:
- The beach area is still an active construction site. Stay away from all construction areas and equ...
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Public Works - Birch Bay Drive & Pedestrian Facility
Posted on: December 18, 2020
Starting on Jan. 1, 2021, the Ferry Division will charge a .50 cent credit card fee on all single-ride fare transactions. Multi-ride passes purchased with a credit card already pay a credit card fee. This change adds consistency by also charging a credit ...
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Public Works - Lummi Island and Ferry
Posted on: December 18, 2020
The next Whatcom County Ferry Division monthly punch card sale is from 5:20 a.m. to 2:40 p.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 13, at the ferry office, located at the island-side ferry terminal. All types of ferry punch cards will be sold, including those for current n...
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Public Works - Lummi Island and Ferry
Posted on: December 11, 2020
The US Coast Guard will conduct an annual safety inspection of the Whatcom Chief on Wednesday, Dec. 16. This may delay or cancel the round trip 1:00PM run from Lummi Island. The Public Works Department would like to thank everyone in advance for their coo...
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Public Works - Lummi Island and Ferry
Posted on: December 11, 2020
Granite Construction crews will work 7am-5pm Monday-Friday on plantings, excavation, sidewalk grading, and topsoil placement. These activities will have minimal traffic impacts. Crews will also work nights 4pm-2am Monday-Thursday importing gravel and plac...
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Public Works - Birch Bay Drive & Pedestrian Facility
Posted on: December 4, 2020
The week of Dec. 7-11, from 7am–5pm Monday-Friday, sidewalks and plantings will be installed. Our contractor, Granite, will install some stormwater structures and perform grading along the pedestrian path. This work will have minimal impacts on traffic. N...
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Public Works - Birch Bay Drive & Pedestrian Facility
Posted on: December 4, 2020
A notice was sent out at approx. 9:23am with the title Marie Drive Construction Update for Dec. 7-11. This update was for Birch Bay Drive, not Marine Drive. Please accept our apologies for this error.
Birch Bay Drive project update for the week of Dec. 7-...
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Public Works - Birch Bay Drive & Pedestrian Facility
Posted on: November 30, 2020
Nov. 30-Dec. 4 contractor crews will work both days and nights. Day shift 7am-5pm working on plantings and sidewalks, minimal traffic impacts. Night shift 4pm-2am importing gravel to place on the berm, with single-lane closures during those times.
Public Works - Birch Bay Drive & Pedestrian Facility
Posted on: November 23, 2020
Whatcom County Public Works and its consultant, Pacific Survey and Engineering, Inc., are working towards a 100% design document. This will include technical components of the roadway widening, stormwater and water quality system design, street lighting, ...
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Public Works - Marine Drive Reconstruction Project
Posted on: November 20, 2020
The Port of Bellingham, along with the City of Bellingham and Whatcom County, will host a Marine Drive Trail System virtual update from 3:30-4:30 pm on Nov. 30. The virtual meeting will start with a presentation of draft trail concepts. Following the pres...
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Public Works - Marine Drive Reconstruction Project
Posted on: November 19, 2020
Whatcom County Public Works (WCPW) has launched a new online tool for residents that shows active construction projects and snow routes called the County Travel Planner; it includes an interactive map so travelers can plan their routes. This is especially...
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Public Works - News
Posted on: November 18, 2020
Electrical issues at the Lummi Island dock are causing ferry schedule delays. County crews are on-site and assessing the situation. The ferry is still operating, but not able to maintain the posted schedule at this time. Riders should expect delays. Addit...
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Public Works - Lummi Island and Ferry
Posted on: November 18, 2020
The next Whatcom County Ferry Division monthly punch card sale will be from 5:20 a.m. to 2:40 p.m. on Wednesday, December 2, at the ferry office, located at the island-side ferry terminal. All types of ferry punch cards will be sold, including those for c...
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Public Works - Lummi Island and Ferry
Posted on: November 17, 2020
The Whatcom Chief will be out of service from 10:10 a.m. – 3 p.m. on Wednesday, December 9, for inspection and maintenance of the ferry terminal facilities at both Lummi Island and Gooseberry Point.
The Lummi Island Ferry will...
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Public Works - Lummi Island and Ferry
Posted on: November 13, 2020
For the week of Nov. 16, the contractor, Granite Construction, will work 7am-5pm Monday-Friday pouring concrete for sidewalks and stairs, and night work 4pm-6am Monday-Thursday importing gravel. Drivers should expect single-lane closures.
Public Works - Birch Bay Drive & Pedestrian Facility
Posted on: November 6, 2020
For the week of Nov. 9, every day Granite will work from 7am to 5pm grading the path on the west side of Birch Bay Drive. Monday through Thursday, they will also work from 4pm to 2am delivering and importing gravel to the site.
Public Works - Birch Bay Drive & Pedestrian Facility
Posted on: October 30, 2020
The week of Nov. 2-6, Granite Construction will work from 4pm-2am Monday-Thursday, and 7am-5pm Thursday-Friday. Crews will install stormwater utilities and continue to import gravel west of the road. Be prepared for single-lane road closures.
Public Works - Birch Bay Drive & Pedestrian Facility
Posted on: October 30, 2020
Whatcom County’s Ferry Division will resume monthly punch card sales with a November sale from 5:20 a.m. to 2:40 p.m. Wednesday, November 4, at the ferry office, located at the island-side ferry terminal. All types of ferry punch cards will be s...
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Public Works - Lummi Island and Ferry
Posted on: October 27, 2020
P&P Excavating, LLC will construct stormwater improvements along Birch Point Drive at Nootka Loop (the east entrance to Birch Bay Village). These project improvements include installing a new catch basin with a check valve and additional storm pipe. T...
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Public Works - News
Posted on: October 23, 2020
The week of Oct. 26-30 Granite will work from 5am-5pm. Dump trucks will bring in and deliver gravel throughout the project area, crews will install manholes and stormwater outfalls near the intersection of Cottonwood Drive and Birch Bay Drive, and work on...
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Public Works - Birch Bay Drive & Pedestrian Facility
Posted on: October 22, 2020
After running on a reduced COVID-19 schedule since March, the Whatcom Chief will resume a more traditional weekday schedule starting on Monday, Oct. 26, with a regular, pre-COVID schedule for the morning and daytime hours, and a revised schedule from 3pm ...
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Public Works - Lummi Island and Ferry
Posted on: October 19, 2020
The week of Oct. 19-23, Granite will work from 4pm to 2am. Drivers should expect single-lane closures. Dump trucks will deliver gravel along the west side of Birch Bay Drive. Please avoid the area to reduce your chances of being delayed by construction.
Public Works - Birch Bay Drive & Pedestrian Facility
Posted on: October 19, 2020
A portion of Leeward Way will close from 7:00am to 7:00pm on weekdays starting Monday, October 26, through Friday, December 4. The closure will be about 150-feet north of Southgate Road. Crews will install a storm pipe to improve water drainage.
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Public Works - News
Posted on: October 9, 2020
Drivers should expect single lane closures as Granite works from 5 am to 5 pm installing stormwater catch basins and storm sewer pipe west of Birch Bay Drive. The contractor will also clear vegetation and place gravel west of Birch Bay Drive.
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Public Works - Birch Bay Drive & Pedestrian Facility
Posted on: October 9, 2020
The Whatcom Chief will be out of service from 10:10 a.m. – 3 p.m. on Wednesday, October 21, for inspection and maintenance of the ferry terminal facilities at both Lummi Island and Gooseberry Point.
- The Lummi Island Ferry will be out of...
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Public Works - Lummi Island and Ferry
Posted on: October 8, 2020
The Whatcom County Public Works Department will close Axlund Road between Barnhart Road and H Street Road from 8:30am on Thursday, October 15, through 4:30pm on Friday, October 16, for a culvert installation project. This closure will be in effect 24-hour...
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Public Works - Maintenance & Operations
Posted on: October 2, 2020
Starting the week of Oct. 5, construction work will be from 7 am to 5 pm. Drivers should expect single lane closures Monday through Thursday. Crews with Granite Construction will deliver gravel and place it west of Birch Bay Drive, install a construction ...
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Public Works - Birch Bay Drive & Pedestrian Facility
Posted on: September 29, 2020
The Whatcom Chief is scheduled to return to service at 6pm on Saturday, Oct. 3, after three weeks in dry dock. This scheduled return is dependent on upon successful completion of the remaining shipyard repairs and sea trials.
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Public Works - Lummi Island and Ferry
Posted on: September 25, 2020
Poor weather conditions postponed gravel paving between Lora Lane and the Bay Breeze Restaurant previously scheduled for Sept. 22-23. The week of Sept. 28 construction work will be from 5am-5pm. Granite will install stormwater catch basins along the weste...
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Public Works - Birch Bay Drive & Pedestrian Facility
Posted on: September 24, 2020
Windy conditions have already delayed or canceled ferry service to Lummi Island this week, and forecasters are predicting that a stronger system will arrive Thursday night and Friday. Travelers should prepare for ferry delays due to weather associated wit...
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Public Works - Lummi Island and Ferry
Posted on: September 21, 2020
Expected rain this week has postponed gravel paving between Lora Lane and the Bay Breeze Restaurant previously scheduled for Sept. 22-23. We had asked the public to stay away during construction, but restrictions are postponed until the work begins.
Public Works - Birch Bay Drive & Pedestrian Facility
Posted on: September 17, 2020
Axlund Road work scheduled for Sept. 23-24 has been canceled. No new date has been set yet for this work. Please direct questions to Whatcom County Public Works, Maintenance and Operations at (360) 778-6400.
Public Works - Maintenance & Operations
Posted on: September 11, 2020
The Whatcom County Public Works Department will close Lena Road between Finkbonner Road and Lummi View Drive from 8 am on Monday, September 14, through 4:30 pm on Tuesday, September 15, for a culvert installation project. This closure will be in effect 24...
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Public Works - Maintenance & Operations
Posted on: September 11, 2020
Pavement striping operations are scheduled from 9:00 am to 6:00 pm Thursday, September 17, on Slater Road from Ferndale city limits to Lake Terrell Road. Drivers should expect long delays during this work. Please use alternate routes whenever possible. Sa...
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Public Works - Maintenance & Operations
Posted on: September 8, 2020
Whatcom County Public Works appreciates everyone who took the time to make public comment on our passenger-only ferry and shuttle van COVID-19 policy while it was in draft form. We have made some modifications and published a final policy document on our ...
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Public Works - Lummi Island and Ferry
Posted on: September 8, 2020
Pavement striping operations are scheduled from 7:00 am to 6:00 pm Wednesday, September 9, and Thursday, September 10, on Mosquito Lake Road. Drivers should expect long delays during this work. Please use alternate routes whenever possible.
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Public Works - Maintenance & Operations
Posted on: September 2, 2020
Henifin Construction, LLC will construct stormwater improvements along Leeward Way to reduce standing water on the roadway during heavy rains. The work is scheduled to start on Monday, Oct. 5, the roadwork will begin at Leeward Way and Southgate Road, and...
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Public Works - News
Posted on: September 2, 2020
Whatcom County Public Works created a draft COVID-19 policy for the Lummi Island passenger-only ferry and shuttle van service while the Whatcom Chief is in dry dock. Anonymized comments and agency responses are now available online.
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Public Works - Lummi Island and Ferry
Posted on: August 31, 2020
Pavement striping operations are scheduled from 9:00 am to 6:00 pm Thursday, September 3, on Birch Bay Lynden Road from Harborview Road to Lynden City Limits. Drivers should expect long delays during this work. Please use alternate routes whenever possibl...
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Public Works - Maintenance & Operations
Posted on: August 28, 2020
The Lummi Island Ferry dry dock webpage has been updated with a new map showing additional parking locations on the mainland for vehicles to use during dry dock.
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Public Works - Lummi Island and Ferry
Posted on: August 26, 2020
Pavement Striping operations are scheduled from 6:00 am and 6:00 pm on Tuesday, September 1, and Wednesday, September 2 on paved Lummi Island roads. This work was rescheduled from August due to mechanical issues, and to avoid conflicts with garbage pickup...
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Public Works - Maintenance & Operations
Posted on: August 25, 2020
Our Ferry Division is preparing for the annual dry dock maintenance of the Whatcom Chief, scheduled to begin on Sept. 12. We have updated our Dry Dock Webpage with additional information on our island shuttle van service and personal vehicle parking maps ...
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Public Works - Lummi Island and Ferry
Posted on: August 19, 2020
Whatcom County Public Works collaborated with Lummi Nation Public Works to repair 325 feet of levee along the Lummi River near its confluence with Lummi Bay. The levee protects portions of the Lummi Reservation, including public roadways, and is a critica...
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Public Works - News
Posted on: August 19, 2020
Pavement striping operations originally scheduled for Thursday, Aug. 20 have been rescheduled due to forecasted rain. The work is now expected to take place from 9:00 am to 6:00 pm Thursday, August 27, on Hannegan Road from the Bellingham city limits to L...
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Public Works - Maintenance & Operations
Posted on: August 19, 2020
Pavement striping operations are scheduled from 6:00 am to 6:00 pm Tuesday and Wednesday, Aug. 25-26, on paved Lummi Island roads. This is the final step in the chip seal road work project. This work was originally scheduled Aug. 17-18 but was rescheduled...
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Public Works - Lummi Island and Ferry
Posted on: August 18, 2020
The southerly entrance to Edgewater Lane will close from 7:00 am to 5:30 pm on Wednesday, August 26, for the installation of new storm pipe. The north entrance to Edgewater Lane will remain open.Visit the project website for additional information.
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Public Works - News
Posted on: August 13, 2020
We are creating a COVID-19 policy for the passenger-only ferry and shuttle van service that will provide transportation to and from Lummi Island while the Whatcom Chief is in dry dock.
We are balancing the prevention requirements of operating a ferry durin...
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Public Works - Lummi Island and Ferry
Posted on: August 12, 2020
The supplemental Lummi Island ferry parking lot will close for maintenance from Saturday, August 22, through Friday, August 28.
- All vehicles must be removed from this parking lot no later than Friday evening, August 21.
- Vehicles in the parking lot on Saturd...
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Public Works - Lummi Island and Ferry
Posted on: August 11, 2020
BELLINGHAM, WA – Residents in Birch Bay may see a low-flying helicopter carrying logs in the area of Terrell Creek between Kickerville Road and Jackson Road as part of fish habitat improvements to the waterway. The habitat improvements will take...
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Public Works - Birch Bay Drive & Pedestrian Facility
Posted on: August 6, 2020
Whatcom County has scheduled the following Lummi Reservation roads, including the Kel Bay area, for chip sealing from 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Monday, August 10, and continuing through Thursday, August 13.
• BAYVIEW DRIVE&nb...
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Public Works - Maintenance & Operations
Posted on: August 4, 2020
Whatcom County Public Works has had a number of people ask about purchasing potential surplus gravel from our island maintenance projects. A large portion of the gravel we brought over to the island was used for chip seal road work. Now that the chip seal...
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Public Works - Lummi Island and Ferry
Posted on: August 3, 2020
Whatcom County will improve the water quality of Lake Whatcom, the drinking water source for many city and county residents, with a project that will include installing a new 8-ft x 12-ft stormwater treatment vault and installing 600 feet of new stormwate...
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Public Works - News
Posted on: August 3, 2020
We’ve had a number of people on Lummi Island ask about potential surplus gravel from our island maintenance projects, and if that material would be available for purchase. First, we do still have some work left to do on the island that will use ...
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Public Works - Lummi Island and Ferry
Posted on: August 3, 2020
We received 27 responses to our Marine Drive survey. We appreciate everyone who took the time to take the survey and to share it with their friends and neighbors. Your responses will help us as we continue to plan this project.
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Public Works - Marine Drive Reconstruction Project
Posted on: July 30, 2020
Chip seal operations on Lummi Island are complete. Islanders will notice that all our signage is still up. The project isn’t officially done quite yet. The paint striping machine will come through soon and re-stripe the roadway markings. Re-stri...
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Public Works - Lummi Island and Ferry
Posted on: July 30, 2020
Whatcom County has scheduled the following roads for chip sealing from 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Monday, August 3, and continuing through Thursday, August 6.
- Bay Place
- Bay Street
- Bay View Drive
- Bayshore Drive
- Beach Place
- Harbor Lane&...
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Public Works - Maintenance & Operations
Posted on: July 30, 2020
Pavement striping operations are scheduled Wednesday, August 5, on Lake Whatcom Boulevard and Lake Louise Road. Lake Whatcom Boulevard work will begin at 9am and Lake Louise Road work will start at approximately 11am.
Only local residents will be...
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Public Works - Maintenance & Operations
Posted on: July 28, 2020
The Whatcom Chief will be out of service from 10:10 a.m. – 3 p.m. on Wednesday, August 19, for inspection and maintenance of the ferry terminal facilities at both Lummi Island and Gooseberry Point.
- The Lummi Island Ferry will be out of ...
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Public Works - Lummi Island and Ferry
Posted on: July 28, 2020
Punch card sales will be from 5:20 a.m. to 2:40 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 5, at the Lummi Island ferry office. All types of ferry punch cards will be sold, including those for current needs-based customers. Payments may be made by check or credit card. No cash...
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Public Works - Lummi Island and Ferry
Posted on: July 24, 2020
The Whatcom Chief will be out of service for dry dock repairs and maintenance starting the morning of Saturday, Sept. 12, and is expected to return to service the evening of Saturday, Oct. 3. The return date is tentative and subject to change; additional ...
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Public Works - Lummi Island and Ferry
Posted on: July 23, 2020
Whatcom County has scheduled the following roads for chip sealing from 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. starting Monday, July 27, and continuing through Thursday, July 30.
Lummi Island Roads:
- BLIZARD RD
- LANE SPIT DR
- NUGENT RD
Lummi Nation and Other County Roads:
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Public Works - Lummi Island and Ferry
Posted on: July 23, 2020
Pavement striping operations are scheduled from 6:00 am to 6:00 pm Tuesday, July 28, on the following roads;
• E. Smith Rd between Hannegan Rd & Guide Meridian
• W. Smith Rd between Guide Meridian & Ferndale City Limits
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Public Works - News
Posted on: July 21, 2020
Keen observation and quick action by the captain and crew of the Whatcom Chief saved two kayakers on Thursday, July 16. During a routine trip between Lummi Island and the mainland, Whatcom Chief Captain Gary Poole noticed a kayak in the distance that was ...
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Public Works - News
Posted on: July 16, 2020
Pavement Striping operations are scheduled from 6:00 am to 6:00 pm Tuesday, July 21, on Smith Road, from Hannegan to Northwest Drive. Drivers should expect long delays during this work. Please use alternate routes whenever possible.
Striping is also schedu...
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Public Works - News
Posted on: July 16, 2020
Whatcom County has scheduled the following roads for chip sealing beginning Monday, July 20 and continuing through Thursday, July 23 from 6:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m.
Lummi Island Roads:
• Blizard Rd• Cedar Pl• Centerview Rd• ...
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Public Works - Lummi Island and Ferry
Posted on: July 15, 2020
Ferry passengers should expect long wait times for the Lummi Island Ferry from 8am-5pm on Thursday, July 16, due to heavy truck traffic.
Public Works - Lummi Island and Ferry
Posted on: July 8, 2020
Whatcom County has scheduled additional roads for chip sealing on Lummi Island. Work on the following roads will begin on Monday, July 13, and continue through Thursday, July 16, from 6:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m.
- Antoinette Lane
- Blizard Road
- Centerview Road
- Consti...
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Public Works - Lummi Island and Ferry
Posted on: July 8, 2020
Pavement striping operations are scheduled from 6am to 6pm Wednesday, July 15 on Everson-Goshen Road from SR 542 (Mt. Baker Hwy) to E. Pole Road. Drivers should expect long delays during this work. Please use alternate routes whenever possible.
S...
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Public Works - News
Posted on: July 7, 2020
Whatcom County Public Works has been working with our hired design consultant, Pacific Survey and Engineering, Inc., toward developing the project to the 60% design level, which includes:
- Roadway widening.
- Stormwater and water quality s...
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Public Works - Marine Drive Reconstruction Project
Posted on: June 26, 2020
Whatcom County has scheduled chip sealing on Lummi Island beginning Tuesday, July 7 and continuing through Thursday, July 9 between the hours of 6:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. This project includes all paved county roads and will begin in the Hales Pass...
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Public Works - Lummi Island and Ferry
Posted on: June 26, 2020
Whatcom County has scheduled chip sealing on Lummi Island beginning Tuesday, July 7 and continuing through Thursday, July 9 between the hours of 6:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. This project includes all paved county roads and will begin in the Hales Pass...
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Public Works - News
Posted on: June 25, 2020
Every paved county road on Lummi Island is planned for chip seal road maintenance starting around July 6. The exact start date may change due to weather and other factors. We will keep you updated through this communication tool as more information become...
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Public Works - Lummi Island and Ferry
Posted on: June 22, 2020
Pavement Striping operations are scheduled from 6am-6pm on Wednesday, June 24, for Everson Goshen Road. The affected portion of Everson Goshen Road is from Mt. Baker Hwy to E. Pole Road. Please use alternate routes when possible and plan for long delays w...
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Public Works - News
Posted on: June 18, 2020
Each year Whatcom County Public Works selects roadways for preventative maintenance known as bituminous surface treatment, commonly known as chip sealing. Lummi Nation roadways are scheduled first, starting on June 22.
The following roads are scheduled for...
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Public Works - News
Posted on: June 16, 2020
Each year Whatcom County Public Works selects roadways for preventative maintenance known as bituminous surface treatment, or commonly known as chip sealing. Most areas are selected on a rotating 10-12 year cycle. Roadways in three areas of What...
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Public Works - Lummi Island and Ferry
Posted on: June 16, 2020
Each year Whatcom County Public Works selects roadways for preventative maintenance known as bituminous surface treatment, or commonly known as chip sealing. Most areas are selected on a rotating 10-12 year cycle. Roadways in three areas of What...
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Public Works - News
Posted on: June 16, 2020
We care about the safety and health of our passengers and crew. We’ve put together a few reminders for our ferry travelers related to COVID-19 restrictions.
Online Ticket Sales:
- Please do not wait until the last minute to purchase a punc...
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Public Works - Lummi Island and Ferry
Posted on: May 15, 2020
June 3 Service Outage Planned for Lummi Island Ferry
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMay 15, 2020 Contact: Rich Hudson, Senior Ferry MasterPhone: 360-778-6200Email: Ferry@co.whatcom.wa.us The Whatcom Chief will be out of service from 10:10 a.m. &...
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Public Works - Lummi Island and Ferry
Posted on: April 30, 2020
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEApril 30, 2020Media Contact: Marie Duckworth, Communications SpecialistPhone: 360-603-1103E-mail address: mduckwor@co.whatcom.wa.us
Single Day closure of Drayton Harbor Road to Occur on Monday, May 4, for Long-Arm Mowing
Drayto...
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Public Works - News
Posted on: March 25, 2020
Following Governor Inslee’s Proclamation 20-25 imposing a Stay-at-Home Order and in an effort to minimize risk and maximum response to COVID19, we are implementing a special modified sailing schedule.
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Public Works - Lummi Island and Ferry
Posted on: March 25, 2020
Following Governor Inslee’s Proclamation 20-25 imposing a Stay-at-Home Order and in an effort to minimize risk and maximum response to COVID19, we are implementing a special modified sailing schedule.
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Public Works - Lummi Island and Ferry
Posted on: March 25, 2020
Following Governor Inslee’s Proclamation 20-25 imposing a Shelter-in-Place Order and in an effort to minimize risk and maximum response to COVID19, we are implementing the following changes to the Lummi Island Ferry’s operations.
Additional Info...
Public Works - Lummi Island and Ferry
Posted on: March 25, 2020
Following Governor Inslee’s Proclamation 20-25 imposing a Shelter-in-Place Order and in an effort to minimize risk and maximum response to COVID19, we are implementing the following changes to the Lummi Island Ferry’s operations.
Additional Info...
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