Research & Data

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Ecology provides the high-quality science that is the foundation of Washington state environmental policy. Our monitoring, assessment, and modeling services provide a data-rich understanding of our state’s land, air, and water. We provide access to that data through reports, databases, maps and user-friendly online tools.

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Whatcom County BAS Report 2005

Report that is used in designating and protectic critical areas in Whatcom County

https://ecology.wa.gov/whacobasrep2005

Washington State RiskMAP 2016 Business Plan

This 2016 business plan details how Ecology plans to meet the goals of the Federal Emergency Management Agency's (FEMA) Risk MAP Program and the dedicated resources needed to meet Washington's unique and growing need for natural hazard information.

https://ecology.wa.gov/washington-state-riskmap-2016-business-plan

Vader Cumulative Impacts Analysis

An analysis of the cumulative impacts that may be expected to occur over time as the comprehensively updated SMP is implemented.

https://ecology.wa.gov/vader-cumulative-impacts-analysis

Vader Inventory and Characterization Report

This report characterizes shoreline conditions and provides a basis for revising SMP goals, policies, and regulations.

https://ecology.wa.gov/vader-inventory-and-characterization-report

Vader Locally Adopted Shoreline Master Program

A Shoreline Master Program adopted by a city or county but not yet formally approved by Ecology

https://ecology.wa.gov/vader-locally-adopted-shoreline-master-program

Vader Ordinance 2015-04

Official actions of elected officials to adopt or amend local policies

https://ecology.wa.gov/vader-ordinance-2015-04

Vader Public Participation Plan

Document that describes how the local jurisdiction will keep the public involved in the SMP update process

https://ecology.wa.gov/vader-public-participation-plan

Vader Restoration Plan

This plan describes opportunities to restore ecological functions.

https://ecology.wa.gov/vader-restoration-plan

Vader Shoreline Environment Designation Map

Shoreline Environment Designation map, which overlays on local zoning

https://ecology.wa.gov/vader-shoreline-environment-designation-map

Vader Shoreline Management Strategy/Use Analysis

Purpose of this document is to conduct an analysis to estimate the future demand for shoreline space and potential use conflicts

https://ecology.wa.gov/vader-shoreline-management-strategy-use-analysis

Tumwater Approved SMP April 2014