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Please note the date of the new claim form session on January 12th, from 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Previous bulletins did not include this information.
The Washington State Department of Ecology has filed for a Water Adjudication under RCW 90.03.140 and RCW 90.44.220 for the WRIA 1 Nooksack Basin in Whatcom County Superior Court. This newsletter includes links to various resources and information. Below you will see frequently searched functions and outside resources.
Please note that the inclusion of some links does not necessarily imply approval or any acceptance of the content of these sites, but rather is merely to help parties as they seek information.
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The event time is:
January 12, 2026
11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
at Ferndale Pioneer Pavilion
Community Center.
Located at:
2007 Cherry St.
Ferndale, WA 98248
Come and receive technical assistance, filing help, and more!
(No registration required).
Water Adjudication (Court Hearing)
December 15, 2025 at 9:00 a.m. at Whatcom Superior Court
5th Floor, Courtroom 5C
311 Grand Ave., Bellingham, WA, 98226
Water Adjudication (Traveling Court Hearing)
January 12, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. at Ferndale Municipal Court
5694 2nd Ave, Ferndale, WA, 98248
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 Click on the image above to learn more
about reading the docket sheet.
*Docket sheet for past month (November 2025).
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Disclaimer: Workshops and one-on-one appointments are available for anyone who would like general guidance on how to complete and file adjudication claim forms. These sessions are provided by the Department of Ecology, a party to this adjudication. Participation is completely optional, and the court does not endorse or take a position on the content. We are simply sharing this information for those who may find it helpful as they prepare their filings.
The Department of Ecology is available for one-on-one appointments, if you need more information or would like someone to walk you through the process. You can call them at 360-255-4406 or email WRadjudications@ecy.wa.gov to make an appointment. They have also added several more FREE, in-person one-hour appointment slots at their Bellingham office beginning January 5, 2026. If you are interested in receiving more support with filling out your claim form, we encourage you to sign up while they still have availability. Click here -- Schedule Now -- to book an appointment.
Water Adjudication FAQ
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