Whatcom Falls Archives

2025 City-wide Non-motorized Improvements

Project Overview The 2025 City-wide Non-Motorized Improvements Project (ES572) will add and improve bicycle and pedestrian infrastructure in many spot locations throughout Bellingham. Currently, the project design scope includes improvements in the locations shown below. Construction at these locations depends on final costs and it’s possible that some of the locations will not be constructed under ... Read more

Civic Stadium Repair

This project consists of water intrusion and waterproofing at existing storage and mechanical spaces at Civic Stadium South Grandstand. Work will include TPO and metal roofing, flashing and sheet metal installation, rough carpentry, ceiling repairs, interior and exterior painting, surface preparation for concrete repair and patching in multiple areas, concrete patch work at hand railings, ... Read more

Woburn Street Site Improvements

The Woburn Street Site Improvements project (EF171) will improve the former Parks & Recreation Operations site located at 1400 Woburn Street by removing or renovating old buildings, grading the site to a more usable format, adding storage, and improving pedestrian access around the site. Public Works and Parks & Recreation will have bulk storage facilities ... Read more

Whatcom Creek Trail Trestle Demolition

Remnants of an abandoned railroad trestle in Whatcom Falls Park were removed in September of 2023 for the safety of trail users and to improve water quality in Whatcom Creek. This large structure was located just west of Electric Avenue and consisted of wood piling, steel railroad rails, and other treated wood. During the summer ... Read more

Woburn Sewer Replacement

Project Overview From April 2023 to July 2024, the Woburn Sewer Replacement project (EU190) replaced sewer mains in the following areas: Impacted areas were also repaved and pedestrian ramps are now fully ADA accessible. Project Status – completed This project was completed in July, 2024. More Information Contact Craig Mueller, P.E.Project EngineerPublic Works Department, Engineering(360) ... Read more

Gardenview Tiny House Village Project

Project Description The City hosts a tiny house village at 1399 Woburn Street, the former site of the City’s “Clean Green” facility. There are currently 35 tiny houses on the site, available for singles or couples. Gardenview primarily serves homeless seniors and adults who are medically fragile. The village is managed by Road2Home – a ... Read more