The Port of Everett has officially opened its upgraded marina fuel dock following the completion of an $8.1 million USD capital investment. Designed to better serve the regional boating community, the facility also plays a role in supporting emergency and defence partners such as the U.S. Navy and Coast Guard. A public dedication ceremony is scheduled for 12 June at 16:00 on the esplanade beside Central Docks, Gate A.
Built in phases over 50 years, the Port of Everett Marina today offers 2,300 permanent boat slips and 5,000 lineal feet of guest moorage, making it the largest public marina on the West Coast. Amenities include a full-service boatyard, gear storage, laundry and shower facilities and Washington state’s 13-lane public boat launch.
The marina’s new 152-metres (500-foot) fuel dock replaces ageing infrastructure and includes enhancements to improve access, efficiency and environmental performance. Features of the upgraded dock include an ultra-high flow fuel station, two additional fuel dispenser nozzles, a staffed fuel attendant building, concessions and ice facilities, as well as a single-stall public restroom. The new dock also includes both standard and commercial pumpout stations.
The project reflects the port’s commitment to meeting the growing demands of boaters and marine agencies while maintaining environmentally responsible operations. The new dock is expected to benefit recreational vessels, commercial vessels and the City of Everett’s Police and Fire Departments, Snohomish County Sheriff, tribal entities and federal agencies.
Jeff Lindhout, Chief of Marina Operations, said, “We are excited that the new fuel dock is now complete. As the largest public marina on the West Coast, we serve thousands of boaters each year, and we are proud to offer them the best experience we can. This project required careful planning and coordination with multiple stakeholders, and I want to thank our team and local partners for their patience as we made this major upgrade.”
Tom Stiger, Port of Everett Commission Vice President, stated, “The completion of our new marina fuel dock is a major milestone in our plan to build out a world-class marina. This modern facility enhances the boating experience for all who use our marina – whether they are recreational boaters, commercial businesses, or our emergency and national defence partners.”
Construction took place in two phases. The first phase was launched in 2023, with a focus on expanding fuel capacity with the installation of two 30,000-gallon tanks, one for petrol and one for diesel. The second phase began in summer 2024, with the demolition of the two older docks and the relocation of the new fuel facility slightly eastward to improve accessibility and safety in challenging currents.
The Port worked with American Construction Company and subcontractors Bellingham Marine, Service Electric and TRICO to complete the project while maintaining fuel service for boaters. The former fuel dock is currently being refurbished to offer additional guest moorage and will soon feature new signage and vending options.
A $5.3 million grant from the U.S. Department of Defense’s Office of Local Defense Community Cooperation helped offset the cost of the project, which recognises the dock’s role in supporting military operations in the region.
With more than $165 million invested in marina upgrades over the past two decades, the port continues to modernise its facilities in response to ageing infrastructure and rising demand.
