Construction on the Bayhead Creek Culvert Repair Project on Killebrew Lake Rd on Orcas Island will begin on Tuesday, September 2, 2025 and is expected to last until mid-October.
It is important for travelers to know that Killebrew Lake Road will be closed to through-traffic from September 8 through September 16, 2025. During the nine-day road closure, Dolphin Bay Road will be the detour.
A 20mph speed limit will be in place along Dolphin Bay Road and drivers are encouraged to use caution, turn-on headlights, and add extra time to your commute.
Residents may notice staging of construction materials beginning August 20 including on Orcas Road near Orcas Recycling Services and near the construction site. Crews will be working to facilitate access for emergency vehicles as much as possible during the project.
Residents may encounter pieces of the culvert coming over on ferries between September 8 and 10 – so keep a look out.
Learn more about the project and sign up for updates here: https://engage.sanjuancountywa.gov/bayhead-killebrew-culvert.