Public Works

Notice Traffic Revisions and Possible Delays: Monday, March 16, 2020 to Friday, March 20, 2020, 7am to 7pm

Notice Traffic Revisions and Possible Delays: Monday, March 16, 2020 to Friday, March 20, 2020, 7am to 7pmN

Rural Avenue, between Slater Road and Wynn Road

Drivers should expect delays as traffic is reduced to single lane traffic on Rural Avenue, between Slater Road and Wynn Road from Monday, March 16, 2020 to Friday, March 20, 2020, between the hours of 7:00 AM and 7:00 PM. This work is to complete road improvements associated with a private development project. Flaggers will be onsite to direct traffic. Road will remain open during nonworking hours.

If you have questions regarding this notice, please contact Ferndale Public Works Department at (360) 384-4006.

March 16, 2020

Notice Traffic Revisions and Possible Delays: Monday, February 24, 2020 to Friday, February 28, 2020, 7am to 7pm

Notice Traffic Revisions and Possible Delays: Monday, February 24, 2020 to Friday, February 28, 2020, 7am to 7pm

Slater Road between Rural Road and Kester Road

Drivers should expect delays as traffic is reduced to single lane traffic on Slater Road between Rural Road and Kester Road from Monday, February 24, 2020 to Friday, February 28, 2020, between the hours of 7:00 AM and 7:00 PM. This work is to complete road improvements associated with a private development project. Flaggers will be onsite to direct traffic. Road will remain open during nonworking hours.

If you have questions regarding this notice, please contact Ferndale Public Works Department at (360) 384-4006.

February 18, 2020

Notice Traffic Revisions and Possible Delays: Friday, February 14, 2020, and Tuesday, February 18, 2020 to Friday, February 21, 2020, 7am to 7pm

Notice Traffic Revisions and Possible Delays: Friday, February 14, 2020, and Tuesday, February 18, 2020 to Friday, February 21, 2020, 7am to 7pm

Thornton Street, between Malloy Avenue and Shelby Court

Drivers should expect delays as traffic is reduced to single lane traffic on Thornton Street, between Malloy Avenue and Shelby Court on Friday, February 14, 2020, and from Tuesday, February 18, 2020 to Friday, February 21, 2020, between the hours of 7:00 AM and 7:00 PM. This work is to complete road improvements associated with a private development project. Flaggers will be onsite to direct traffic. Road will remain open during nonworking hours.

If you have questions regarding this notice, please contact Ferndale Public Works Department at (360) 384-4006.

February 11, 2020

Nooksack River Set to Reach Moderate Flood Stage this Weekend

Nooksack River Set to Reach Moderate Flood Stage this Weekend

Heavy rains and snow melt are predicted to push the Nooksack River to moderate flood stage this weekend. As the river rises, the City urges residents to obey all road closures, use caution and if there is water over the road, utilize an alternative route.

According the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s prediction as of Wednesday morning, the Nooksack River is set to reach flooding level in Ferndale Saturday morning with a crest at 20.95 feet around 10am on Sunday. Ferndale Public Works crew are mobilized to close roads, parks and public facilities as they are impacted. The Army Corps of Engineers will be on site to monitor the impacts to the Ferndale levy and first responders will be on hand in case any private residences or locations need to be evacuated.

“While major impacts from a flood at this stage is relatively rare, we are taking every precaution to ensure that the public is safe during this flooding event,” said Public Works Director Kevin Renz, “The best thing the public can do is avoid adding to the situation. Please obey all road closures and don’t take any chances.”

More information about the City of Ferndale’s flood response and some history of flooding in Ferndale, please visit www.cityofferndale.org/flood.

January 29, 2020

Notice Traffic Revisions and Possible Delays: Monday, January 27, 2020 to Friday, January 31, 2020, 7am to 7pm

Notice Traffic Revisions and Possible Delays: Monday, January 27, 2020 to Friday, January 31, 2020, 7am to 7pm

Rural Avenue, between Slater Road and Wynn Road

Drivers should expect delays as traffic is reduced to single lane traffic on Rural Avenue, between Slater Road and Wynn Road from Monday, January 27, 2020 to Friday, January 31, 2020, between the hours of 7:00 AM and 7:00 PM. This work is to complete road improvements associated with a private development project. Flaggers will be onsite to direct traffic. Road will remain open during nonworking hours.

If you have questions regarding this notice, please contact Ferndale Public Works Department at (360) 384-4006.

January 24, 2020

Notice Traffic Revisions and Possible Delays: Monday, December 16, 2019 to Friday, December 20, 2019, 7am to 7pm

Rural Avenue, between Slater Road and Wynn Road

Notice Traffic Revisions and Possible Delays: Monday, December 16, 2019 to Friday, December 20, 2019, 7am to 7pm

Rural Avenue, between Slater Road and Wynn Road

Drivers should expect delays as traffic is reduced to single lane traffic on Rural Avenue, between  Slater Road and Wynn Road from Monday, December 16, 2019 to Friday, December 20, 2019, between the hours of 7:00 AM and 7:00 PM. This work is to complete road improvements associated with a private development project. Flaggers will be onsite to direct traffic. Road will remain open during nonworking hours.

If you have questions regarding this notice, please contact Ferndale Public Works Department at (360) 384-4006.

December 13, 2019

Crew Continues Smoke Test of Sewer Lines this week

  • Tues. Nov. 19
  • Weds. Nov 20th
  • Thurs. Nov 21st
  • Fri. Nov. 22nd

Public Works crews are set to smoke test sanitary sewer lines this week in the neighborhoods identified above.

 These tests help the City identify how and where water (and other material) enters and leaves our sewer system, allowing us to locate defective connections and spots in need of repairs.

During smoke testing, field crews blow air and smoke into the sewer system from the street and then monitor where it comes out. The smoke under pressure will fill the main line as well as any connections and then follow the path of any leak to the ground surface, quickly revealing the source of the problem.

For instance, if smoke permeates up through a yard, it indicates breaks in the sewer line. The smoke is gently pushed to overcome atmospheric pressure and  should escape from building roof vents.

The smoke itself is actually not smoke, but a non-toxic, non-staining odorless vapor.

Smoke testing is a harmless, cost-effective way to identify areas of our sewer system that need improvement.

Below are some common questions and answers about this testing, if you have any further questions, please call the Public Works Department at (360) 384-4006.

November 18, 2019

Crews Set to Smoke Test Sewer Lines this week

Public Works crews are set to smoke test sanitary sewer lines this week in the neighborhoods identified above.

 These tests help the City identify how and where water (and other material) enters and leaves our sewer system, allowing us to locate defective connections and spots in need of repairs.

During smoke testing, field crews blow air and smoke into the sewer system from the street and then monitor where it comes out. The smoke under pressure will fill the main line as well as any connections and then follow the path of any leak to the ground surface, quickly revealing the source of the problem.

For instance, if smoke permeates up through a yard, it indicates breaks in the sewer line. The smoke is gently pushed to overcome atmospheric pressure and  should escape from building roof vents.

The smoke itself is actually not smoke, but a non-toxic, non-staining odorless vapor.

Smoke testing is a harmless, cost-effective way to identify areas of our sewer system that need improvement.

Below are some common questions and answers about this testing, if you have any further questions, please call the Public Works Department at (360) 384-4006.


November 12, 2019