Drought

We are responsible for monitoring water supply and drought conditions and taking action when drought conditions exist or are anticipated.
We are responsible for monitoring water supply and drought conditions and taking action when drought conditions exist or are anticipated.

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Eye on (Water) Supply
Update on Ecology's “pass-through” grants to state agencies as part of our drought relief efforts.
Water conservation activities for kids
Water conservation activities for kids
Actividades de conservación de agua para niños
Su familia entera puede aprender sobre la conservación de agua juntos. El internet tiene una riqueza de materiales de aprendizaje gratis para niños de todas las edades.
Eye on (Water) Supply
Eye on Supply: An explanation of how we can talk about drought during a rainstorm.
Curtailments come to Chehalis River basin
We've notified 93 junior water right holders in the Chehalis River basin that their access to surface water for irrigation is curtailed until streamflows improve
Eye on (water) supply
As we transition into the dry time of year, some people may worry about drought. Here's what you need to know.
Preventing a Dust Bowl in Washington
Dust storms are a threat in Eastern Washington. Learn what we're doing to protect soils and human health.
Bi-state partnership boosts understanding of Walla Walla River basin
Ecology is working with Oregon Water Resources and USGS on a comprehensive study of groundwater in the Walla Walla River Basin. This solid science will help inform future policy in the region.
What a difference a year makes
“All in all, water conditions are looking pretty good around the state,” said Jeff Marti, Ecology’s water resources planner
Counting every drop in the Yakima Basin
A main goal of the water conservation element of the Yakima Integrated Plan is to modernize agricultural water systems to reduce waste from leaks, seepage, and inefficient delivery methods.