Investigation reports
Read investigation reports on recent significant incidents involving Washington State Ferries, including findings and recommendations to prevent them from happening again.
Internal investigation of Walla Walla grounding on Bainbridge Island
Walla Walla lost propulsion power and ran aground on Bainbridge Island while travelling through in Rich Passage on April 15, 2023. We launched an internal investigation to determine the cause and to ensure something similar does not happen again. Our Report of Formal Investigation (PDF 1.4MB) includes findings and recommendations.
Internal investigation of Cathlamet incident at Fauntleroy terminal
When Cathlamet struck offshore pilings at Fauntleroy terminal on July 28, 2022, we immediately launched an internal investigation to determine the cause and to ensure something similar does not happen again. Our Report of Formal Investigation (PDF 1.3MB) includes findings and recommendations.
Slow down – lives are on the line.
In 2023, speeding continued to be a top reason for work zone crashes.
Even one life lost is too many.
Fatal work zone crashes doubled in 2023 - Washington had 10 fatal work zone crashes on state roads.
It's in EVERYONE’S best interest.
95% of people hurt in work zones are drivers, their passengers or passing pedestrians, not just our road crews.