Aldergrove-Lynden U.S. border crossing to undergo renovations

The U.S. border crossing at Aldergrove could see some closures soon, as our southern neighbour says the current facilities need some major renovations.

The Kenneth G. Ward Land Port of Entry links the Lower Mainland to Lynden, Wash.

The U.S. General Services Administration says there are problems with the border that need to be addressed.

“It is no longer able to meet the operational needs of Customs and Border Protection with an acute impact on international commerce. The port’s limited commercial capability results in unbalanced demand and escalating wait times at other commercial ports throughout Western Washington,” it stated.

While details about the project are limited, the GSA says construction could begin in 2026.

“The expansion project will expand and separate personal vehicle traffic and commercial screening operations, possibly allowing for a 24-hour, full-service port operations. When completed, the port at Lynden will feature five personal vehicle lanes and four commercial processing lanes,” the U.S. government explained.

The exact details of what the renovations will include are still to be announced, but there are currently four options on the table. Construction could take anywhere between 16 to 24 months to complete, the GSA says.