Project Overview
As part of the James and Bakerview Intersection Improvements project (ES473), the existing intersection of James Street and Bakerview Road was reconstructed as one multimodal roundabout to improve safety, efficiency, and access for all transportation modes, including freight.
Project Status – Fall 2025
Construction of the new roundabout is complete and the roadway is open, with some finishing work still to come. Lighting installation and vegetation replanting are on hold until later this fall.
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Funding
Project construction was awarded by Bellingham City Council on November 18, 2024 to Faber Construction for $4,251,865.00, from the Street Fund and Transportation Fund.
Timeline
The project began at the end of March and is expected to be complete by the end of November, 2025.
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Contacts
Kyle Carlson, P.E.
Project Engineer
Phone: (360) 778-7946
Email: kmcarlson@cob.org
Media requests: pwmedia@cob.org
