New Welcome Sign Coming to Aberdeen This Week

The City of Aberdeen, in coordination with the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT), will replace the iconic “Welcome to Aberdeen” sign on the movable Wishkah River Bridge along East Wishkah Street (US 12) this week.

The City of Aberdeen, in coordination with the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT), will replace the iconic “Welcome to Aberdeen” sign on the movable Wishkah River Bridge along East Wishkah Street (US 12) this week.

The project will replace the aging sign with a new design that will continue to welcome residents and visitors while enhancing the appearance of one of Aberdeen’s most recognizable gateways.

Work is scheduled during early morning hours to minimize impacts on traffic. The first phase begins Thursday from 4 a.m. to 7 a.m. and will involve removing the existing sign. During this time, bridge crews will lower the counterweight and open the bridge in approximately 15-minute intervals before closing it again to allow traffic to move through the area.

Installation of the new sign is scheduled for Saturday beginning at 4 a.m., with work expected to continue until about 8 a.m. Similar bridge operations will be required during installation, including temporary bridge openings and closures in roughly 15-minute intervals. Motorists traveling westbound should expect delays of up to 20 minutes during the work.

Outside of the scheduled work windows, the bridge will operate normally.

The “Welcome to Aberdeen” sign has long been a recognizable symbol of the community and serves as an important first impression for those entering the city. City officials thank residents and travelers for their patience as improvements continue to enhance the appearance, function, and character of Aberdeen.

For more information about the project, contact Public Works Director Rick Sangder at (360) 537-3228.