Whatcom County has announced the Whatcom Chief ferry will depart for dry dock on Saturday, September 12, 2026, and is expected to return to regular service on Sunday, October 4, 2026. The ferry will be out of service for approximately three weeks, affecting transportation for residents who rely on the route. The County's announcement notes the dry dock period is necessary for maintenance and repairs. The County will provide updates on the ferry's schedule as the date approaches. Residents are encouraged to plan ahead for travel during the dry dock period.
Whatcom County Announces Ferry Dry Dock Schedule
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- ✓Whatcom Chief ferry will depart for dry dock on Saturday, September 12, 2026“The Whatcom Chief will depart for dry dock on Saturday, September 12, 2026.”
- ✓Whatcom Chief ferry is expected to return to regular service on Sunday, October 4, 2026“We anticipate the ferry will return to its regular schedule on Sunday, October 4, 2026.”
- ✓The ferry will be out of service for approximately three weeks“The Whatcom Chief will depart for dry dock on Saturday, September 12, 2026. We anticipate the ferry will return to its regular schedule on Sunday, October 4, 2026.”
- ⚠The dry dock period is necessary for maintenance and repairsNo usable supporting receipt — unverified.
- ⚠The County will provide updates on the ferry's schedule as the date approachesNo usable supporting receipt — unverified.
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