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Water Year 2025
Experts from state and federal agencies gather to discuss the outlook for the coming water year.
Protecting water across state lines in the Walla Walla basin
Learning from a new, innovative program to protect bi-state water transfers this summer.
2024 Water Year in Review
The 2024 water year was marked by low snowpack resulting in drought.
Salmon restoration project helps strengthen sockeye population in the Yakima Basin
The Yakima Basin Integrated Plan celebrated completion of its largest undertaking, the Cle Elum juvenile fish passage facility, which will improve access to 30 miles of river habitat.
Washington water supply update
The July 24 Water Supply Availability Committee meeting shows warm and dry conditions persisting through most of the state.
Award-winning Eastern Washington program supports farms and clean water
Ecology-funded program that supports farmers and clean water earns national award
Washington Water Supply Update
An atmospheric river in early June raised the hopes of relief to dry conditions across the state. Unfortunately, it didn't make much of a difference.
How to plan for water use at your Yakima Basin cabin
With a hot, dry season ahead – and likely more in the coming years – make sure you know if you can legally use water at your camp or cabin in the Yakima Basin, and that your use is mitigated.
Drought update: water supply in the Yakima Basin and what it means for you
If you live in the Yakima Basin, you know things are looking hot and dry with the irrigation season well under way. Here’s what you need to know about the drought and what it means for your water.
Up to $10.7 million is still available for water banking projects
Eligibility has expanded for Ecology's Water Banking Pilot Grants.