Water resources

We manage the state's water supply to meet the needs of people and the natural environment, in partnership with Washington communities. Water availability is increasingly limited in Washington.
We manage the state's water supply to meet the needs of people and the natural environment, in partnership with Washington communities. Water availability is increasingly limited in Washington.

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Washington’s water supply outlook
As we come out of winter and into spring, water supply conditions appear normal for most of the state.
Continuing the conversation for the Walla Walla Water 2050 initiative
The upcoming USGS Groundwater Study workshop will provide an overview of the study, the current state of the study and next steps.
Addressing Walla Walla's water woes
Climate change and over-allocation have taken a toll on water supplies in the Walla Walla basin. Multiple agencies are working to find water supply solutions in the area.
It’s World Wetlands Day!
Feb. 2 is World Wetlands Day, and we are celebrating the work our agency has done to support the conservation and restoration of Washington state’s wetlands.
Plans for Nooksack adjudication are underway

Plans for water rights adjudication in the Nooksack Basin have raised a lot of questions. We have answers.

Sprague Lake water level study set to begin
We're partnering with Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife to help identify flood risk solutions for Sprague Lake.
Ecology grant brings big changes to Little Naches River
An Ecology Streamflow Restoration Grant is helping restore habitat and recreational opportunities to the Little Naches River.
Sept. 28 webinar focuses on Skookumchuck Dam assessment
The Skookumchuck Dam is over 50 years old, and the power plant it was built to serve is shutting down. Join us for a discussion on the possible futures for the dam.
Why is this drought so wet?
Higher than normal snowpack and one of the wettest springs in recent memory may lead to questions about the current drought declaration. We have answers.
Dam scary words for un-scary dam conditions
Terms like "high hazard" and "poor condition" might sound a little scary when talking about dams. Here's what the terms really mean.