Ferry Update
The Bremerton–Seattle ferry is operating on schedule this morning with no cancellations. Today’s disruptions are on other routes: Port Townsend/Coupeville sailings are affected by tidal conditions, and the Anacortes/San Juan Islands vessel is cancelled due to crew shortage — neither impacts the Bremerton corridor.
Colman Dock access note: Elevators 1 and 2 at Colman Dock remain out of service. The Alaskan Way #4 elevator and Pier 50 elevator are in service and available for ADA access.
⚠️ FARE ALERT — Last day before increase: WSF fares increase tomorrow, Friday May 1. The average fare rises roughly 3%, plus a 35% peak-season surcharge applies to single-ride vehicle and motorcycle fares through September 30. Multi-ride passes are exempt. If you’re buying passes or stocking up, today is the day.
SR-3 & Gorst
No daytime impacts on the SR-3 corridor this morning. The ongoing fish barrier removal project near Sunnyslope Road SW continues nighttime-only work — no lane closures during the AM commute. The 16-day around-the-clock closure for box culvert installation remains scheduled for late spring/early summer 2026; WSDOT will announce that window in advance.
WSDOT is hosting an online open house today (April 30) on a planned single-lane roundabout at SR-3 and Division Avenue in Gorst — part of the broader Gorst corridor improvement plan.
Hood Canal Bridge
No scheduled closures today. The two-week daytime inspection schedule wrapped April 24 and has not been renewed. Normal operations.
PSNS / Bangor Gates
No public alerts or gate advisories from Naval Base Kitsap-Bangor or PSNS this morning. Standard gate hours in effect: Trident Gate open 24 hours; Trigger Gate open Monday–Friday 0500–1930.
Weather
A nice one. Mostly sunny today with highs in the upper 60s to mid 70s across Mason and Kitsap counties. Light morning winds becoming north to 10 mph in the afternoon. No weather advisories in effect. Current temp at 5 AM: 48°F in the Silverdale area.
Fuel Prices
Belfair-area gas prices holding steady. Safeway on SR-3 NE is leading at approximately $4.99/gal regular. The range across Belfair and Gorst stations runs $4.99–$5.59/gal. Washington statewide average is $5.38/gal — Belfair remains below average.
Briefing current as of 5:15 AM PT, Thursday, April 30, 2026. Safe travels, North Mason.
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