The planned spring 2026 dry dock for the Lummi Island Ferry will no longer take place as scheduled.
The selected shipyard has notified Whatcom County that it will not be able to meet the required project schedule due to significant delays on its end. Because their revised timeline falls outside of the contract requirements, the County cannot move forward with dry dock as planned.
The previously scheduled dry dock period (April 25 through May 17) will not occur. As a result, regular ferry service will continue during that time.
This change will be frustrating for riders who plan ahead for service interruptions and adjusted schedules. The Public Works statement acknowledges that “we appreciate the community’s patience as we work to reschedule this required maintenance.”
The County plans to initiate a new bid process in the coming months, with the goal of completing the dry dock work within a three-week window between September and October 2026. Additional details will be shared as they become available.
Press release here
