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Posted on: June 30, 2020

July Weight Restrictions on the Lummi Island Ferry

We impose vehicle weight restrictions on the Lummi Island Ferry during tides lower than zero to prevent damage to our docks. Any vehicle over 40,000 GVW is prohibited on the ferry during these low tides. Read our July weight restrictions letter with specific July times and dates.

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Posted on: July 9, 2021

August 4 Service Outage Planned for Lummi Island Ferry

Posted on: July 7, 2021

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Posted on: May 19, 2021

Public Works Reopening Guidance for Lummi Island Residents

Posted on: June 29, 2021

Save the Dates: Whatcom Chief Dry Dock Outage Sept. 11-Oct. 4

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Sinkhole Closes West Shore Drive on Lummi Island

Posted on: May 25, 2021

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Posted on: May 20, 2021

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Posted on: May 19, 2021

May 26 Planned Service Outage for the Lummi Island Ferry

Posted on: May 19, 2021

Remember: Ferry Trips Increase by $1 Starting on May 17; Here are Some Important Upcoming Dates

Posted on: May 7, 2021

Ferry Tide-Related Weight Restrictions in May

Posted on: April 29, 2021

Updated Fare Sheet Added to Whatcom Chief's Website

Posted on: April 23, 2021

Lummi Island Ferry $1 Fare Surcharge Begins May 17

Posted on: April 15, 2021

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