Utilities Archives

Little Squalicum Creek Water Quality Improvements Phase 1

Project Overview This project is part of a multi-phased approach to improve water quality in Little Squalicum Creek and the new Little Squalicum Estuary by reducing pollution in rainwater runoff – or stormwater – from the surrounding residential area (Bellingham Technical College has private stormwater facilities to treat runoff from their campus). This first phase ... 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

Donald Ave Water Quality Retrofit

Project Overview This project improves water quality in Lake Whatcom through a new pollution treatment facility within the public right-of-way at the corner of Donald Avenue and Northshore Drive. The Phosphorus Optimized Stormwater Treatment (POST) System facility helps reduce excess phosphorus and other pollution in Lake Whatcom by filtering polluted runoff from the surrounding residential ... Read more

Valencia Street Watermain Replacement (Closed)

Project Overview: EW238 This project replaced the following utilities within the Valencia Street corridor: In addition to the utility replacements, the corridor roadway was repaved, and sidewalks were upgraded and replaced as needed. This project ensures continued reliability of our utilities. Project Status – Completed This project was completed in June, 2024. Contact Freeman (Fritz) ... Read more

Meridian Sewer Main Improvements – South of I-5 to North of Van Wyck Road

Project Overview: EU184 The Meridian Sewer Main Improvements Project will replace aging infrastructure and aims to reduce the likelihood of sanitary sewer overflows and accompanying impacts to public health and the environment by adding capacity to the sewage collection system, which is a network of pipes and pumping stations used to transfer wastewater/sewage. This project ... Read more

Horton and W. Bakerview Lift Stations

Project Overview: EU183 This first phase of this project assessed the Horton and W. Bakerview lift stations to determine the appropriate repairs and/or upgrades needed to handle future sewage. The upgrades will likely be constructed in fall 2025 or spring 2026. This project is funded by City sewer funds. Project Status – 2025 We plan ... Read more