Transportation Archives

32nd and Elwood Improvements

Project Overview- ES573 The project installed new curb, gutter, and sidewalk along Elwood Ct, along Elwood Ave from Elwood Ct to 32nd St, and along 32nd St from Elwood Ave to Fielding Ave. In addition, ADA improvements have been made at the intersection of 32nd St and Elwood Ave and the intersection of 32nd St ... Read more

Meridian-Birchwood Transportation Improvements

Project Overview The City of Bellingham has updated the scope of the Meridian–Birchwood Transportation Improvement Project (ES564) and is moving it forward to improve safety and traffic flow near two closely spaced intersections. These intersections currently experience major congestion and serve as key connections between the waterfront, the Port of Bellingham, and I-5. The upgrades ... Read more

Squalicum Creek at Baker Creek Fish Passage Improvement Project

A small dam on a creek with a concrete culvert in the background where the creek goes under a road.

Project Overview The Squalicum Creek at Baker Creek Fish Passage Improvement Project (EN059) is part of the City’s strategic approach to fish barrier removal. Located where Squalicum and Baker Creeks meet, this project: Correcting the City-owned fish passage barrier on Squalicum Creek is a high priority based on the City’s Fish Barrier Prioritization and will benefit ... Read more

Padden Creek at 30th Street Fish Passage Improvement Project

An old culvert consisting of two metal pipes where a creek crosses under a road.

Project Overview The Padden Creek at 30th Street Fish Passage Improvement Project is part of a well-coordinated, strategic approach to fish barrier removal. This project will remove a City-owned fish passage barrier located where 30th Street crosses Padden Creek. Removing this barrier will make the crossing 100% passable for fish. This barrier is ranked as ... Read more

12th and Finnegan Multimodal Projects

Photo of an intersection, facing in front of a brick building in Fairhaven.

Project Overview This project is designed to improve transportation safety at key intersections along the 12th Street and Finnegan Way corridor, which is the gateway to the Fairhaven Urban Village. Pedestrian, bicycle, transit rider and vehicle crossing demand is increasing in this area, making this project a priority for improving access and safety for Fairhaven ... Read more

Westside Non-Motorized Improvements

Looking across an empty crosswalk on the road.

Project Overview The Westside Non-Motorized Improvements Project (ES563) will add and improve bicycle and pedestrian infrastructure in 15 locations throughout Bellingham, primarily on the west side of town. The project includes improvements in the following areas: Project Status – November 2024 All improvements are complete. We are continuing to collect data and public input related ... Read more