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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Streamflow restoration projects to receive $40 million in funding

Ecology will begin accepting applications in January for streamflow restoration competitive grants.

Washington Water Supply Update

Despite recent rain, the drought declared in April continues.

Don’t get shut off!

In dry years like this one, Yakima Basin cabin and camp owners that rely on surface water often have access to that water shut off. If you own one of these properties, we have a plan to help.

I thought this was called summer?

Recent drought-related content resulted in many questions and comments. We're responding. 

Washington Water Supply Update

Three Washington counties have been designated primary natural disaster areas by the U.S. Department of Agriculture and are considered to be in a state of extreme drought.

Water rights on the web

A new interactive web map makes searching for existing water rights easier.

Washington Water Supply Update

Drought conditions continue developing in various parts of the state.

New innovative program prevents Columbia River drought shutoffs

Almost 400 water right holders are at risk of having their water shut off in the next Columbia River drought. If you’re one of them, help us prevent that and get you the water you need.

Nooksack adjudication update

30,000 water users in the Nooksack area should soon receive the adjudication  claim forms via certified mail.