San Juan County announces annual road striping maintenance

Work is scheduled to begin on San Juan Island on September 8, with operations moving to Orcas, Shaw, and Lopez over a two to three week period

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San Juan County’s Public Works Department is announcing its annual summer road striping schedule beginning on Tuesday, September 8, and lasting approximately two to three weeks. Pavement markings, including centerlines, shoulder markings, arrows, and more, are critical features of any safe and effective roadway, and it takes routine maintenance to ensure that these markings are clear, visible, and accurate. Find the 2026 Road Striping Maps here: https://www.sanjuancountywa.gov/1356/Map-Gallery

Sections of roads to be striped this September: 

• San Juan Island: Roche Harbor Rd, Rouleau Rd, Limestone Point Rd, Yacht Haven Rd, West Valley Rd, Mitchell Bay Rd, West Side Rd, Egg Lake Rd, Beaverton Valley Rd, Boyce Rd, Wold Rd, San Juan Valley Rd, Douglas Rd, Bailer Hill Rd, Little Rd, Pear Point Rd, Turn Point Rd, Mullis St, Argyle Ave, Golf Course Rd, Cattle Point Rd
• Orcas Island: Killebrew Lake Rd, Orcas Rd, Deer Harbor Rd, Channel Rd, Crow Valley Rd, McNallie Ln, West Beach Rd, Enchanted Forest Rd, Lovers Ln, Main St, Crescent Beach Dr, North Beach Rd, Madrona St, A St, Prune Alley, School Rd, Buckhorn Rd, Terrill Beach Rd, Olga Rd, Rosario Rd, Point Lawrence Rd, Obstruction Pass Rd
• Shaw Island: Neck Point Rd, Blind Bay Rd
• Lopez Island: MacKaye Harbor Rd, Mud Bay Rd, Center Rd, Dill Rd, Ferry Rd, Lopez Rd, Weeks Rd, Hummel Lake Rd, Tower Dr, Village Rd, Washburn Pl

Striping is expected to begin on San Juan Island on Tuesday, September 8 and last for approximately three days. Striping operations will then move to Orcas for approximately two days, then one day of on Shaw Island before moving on to Lopez Island.  The contractor will be working through the weekend of September 12 and 13 in order to facilitate completion in the shortest possible timeframe.

This schedule is dependent on weather and other factors and may be subject to change. San Juan County asks drivers to exercise caution when traveling through construction zones and to plan extra time for their commute in case of delays.   

Remember, please drive slowly on freshly painted roads:

• For their safety: you are driving through an active construction zone – please obey any flaggers and posted traffic signs.
• For your safety: paint is clearer and lasts longer when vehicle speeds are reduced while paint dries. 
• Protect your vehicle: don’t drive on freshly painted lines, as doing so may splash paint on your vehicle. Though quick-drying paint is used, it does take a few minutes to completely dry on the roads. Note: The paint used is water soluble and is formulated to come off your car with soap and water, or it will wear off with time.

Wear and tear are natural for paint that experiences regular traffic, harsh weather, and use by multi-ton vehicles. San Juan County develops and maintains a multi-year plan to preserve roads in the most cost-effective way and uses best practices to help keep rides smooth and safe for drivers.  

About San Juan County’s Public Works Department
San Juan County’s Public Works Department offices are located at 1609 Beaverton Valley Rd, Friday Harbor, WA 98250. For more information about San Juan County’s Public Works Department, visit www.sanjuancountywa.gov/277/Public-Works .