The Port has completed the in-water portion of the Bellingham Shipping Terminal (BST) modernization project, restoring the terminal’s operational depth to 35 feet at Mean Lower Low Water (MLLW). The depth restoration was completed over two construction seasons while coordinating with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and Lummi Nation to avoid conflicts with juvenile salmon migration and Tribal fishing periods.
Following review of post-dredging surveys and vessel analyses, the Puget Sound Pilots confirmed the restored depth, allowing BST to be advertised at its full operational depth. The project improves the terminal’s ability to accommodate maritime cargo operations and future business opportunities.