Whatcom County, Administrative division in Washington, US
Whatcom County stretches across the northwestern region of Washington State, encompassing mountains, forests, and coastal areas along the Pacific Ocean and Canadian border.
The Washington Territorial Legislature established Whatcom County in 1854, making it one of the earliest administrative divisions in the Pacific Northwest region.
The county government maintains seven distinct departments that coordinate public services, from courts and emergency response to parks management and infrastructure development.
The Administrative Services Department at 322 N Commercial Street in Bellingham provides centralized support for county operations through finance, IT, and human resources.
The county operates an Online Infraction Program through its District Court, enabling residents to handle legal matters digitally without physical court appearances.
Location: Washington
Inception: 1854
Capital city: Bellingham
Shares border with: Okanogan County, Skagit County, San Juan County, Metro Vancouver Regional District, Fraser Valley Regional District, Capital Regional District, Regional District of Okanagan-Similkameen
Website: https://co.whatcom.wa.us
GPS coordinates: 48.83000,-121.90000
Latest update: May 26, 2025 20:55
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