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Whatcom County says girders are in place as Northlake Samish Bridge remains closed
Summary
Whatcom County Public Works reported progress on the Northlake Samish Bridge project, saying crews have started laying girders and the county expects the bridge to reopen in August; the site remains closed to vehicles, pedestrians and bicycles.
Roland Middleton, a project representative with Whatcom County Public Works, said crews have started laying girders on the Northlake Samish Bridge and the county is on schedule to reopen the crossing in August.
“We're out at Northlake Samish Bridge. The project's moving right along,” Middleton said. He added that “they started laying the girders out. We'll continue up to finish up, and we're on schedule to be back open again at the August.”
Middleton also warned residents and passersby that the construction site is closed to all traffic. “Wanna remind everyone the site is closed, not only for vehicular traffic, but no pedestrians, no bicycles. So please keep the area clear,” he said. For more information about the project, Middleton directed listeners to the county’s website but did not provide a specific web address or a precise reopening date in August.
The update came during a brief public works report. No formal votes or decisions were recorded in the transcript provided and no funding amounts, contractor names, or specific detour routes were specified.
The county did not provide a specific reopening day in August, a project timeline beyond that month, or contact details in the provided remarks. Residents seeking updates should consult Whatcom County Public Works’ official channels for schedules, safety advisories and detour information.
