Search Results - Washington State Department of Ecology

EIM — environmental monitoring data

EIM contains environmental monitoring data collected by our scientists and partners.

https://ecology.wa.gov/research-data/data-resources/environmental-information-management-database

Burrowing shrimp control

We work with the IPM group to find solutions to control burrowing shrimp in Willapa Bay & Grays Harbor.

https://ecology.wa.gov/regulations-permits/permits-certifications/aquatic-pesticide-permits/burrowing-shrimp-control

EIM submit data

Ecology partners, submit your environmental monitoring data to EIM online.

https://ecology.wa.gov/research-data/data-resources/environmental-information-management-database/eim-submit-data

Kitsap County annual BEACH report

Learn about bacteria results at Kitsap County beaches sampled in the summer of 2023.

https://ecology.wa.gov/research-data/monitoring-assessment/beach-annual-report/kitsap-county

Technical resources for sediment cleanups

Access our technical resources to help support your sediment cleanup decisions.

https://ecology.wa.gov/regulations-permits/guidance-technical-assistance/sediment-cleanup-resources

Requirements for submitting cleanup site data

You must submit your lab data electronically through EIM.

https://ecology.wa.gov/regulations-permits/reporting-requirements/data-submittal-requirements-for-cleanup-sites

Snohomish County annual BEACH report

We sampled seven beaches in Snohomish County for bacteria in the summer of 2023.

https://ecology.wa.gov/research-data/monitoring-assessment/beach-annual-report/snohomish-county

Models and tools for water quality improvement

We use models to predict water quality changes to help find strategies to address pollution.

https://ecology.wa.gov/research-data/data-resources/models-spreadsheets/modeling-the-environment/models-tools-for-tmdls

Mason County annual BEACH report

We sampled three beaches in Mason County for bacteria in the summer of 2023.

https://ecology.wa.gov/research-data/monitoring-assessment/beach-annual-report/mason-county

King County annual BEACH report

We sampled 10 beaches in King County for bacteria in the summer of 2023.

https://ecology.wa.gov/research-data/monitoring-assessment/beach-annual-report/king-county

Thurston County annual BEACH report

We sampled two beaches in Thurston County for bacteria in the summer of 2023.

https://ecology.wa.gov/research-data/monitoring-assessment/beach-annual-report/thurston-county

Yakima Basin Cabin Owners

Yakima Basin Cabin Owners – water rights information

https://ecology.wa.gov/regulations-permits/guidance-technical-assistance/yakima-basin-cabin-owner-information

Puget Sound feeder bluffs

Protecting the cliffs that feed Puget Sound beaches with sand and the beaches that depend on them.

https://ecology.wa.gov/research-data/monitoring-assessment/coastal-monitoring-assessment/projects/puget-sound-feeder-bluff

Skagit County annual BEACH report

We sampled Bay View State Park beach in Skagit County in the summer of 2023.

https://ecology.wa.gov/research-data/monitoring-assessment/beach-annual-report/skagit-county

Island County annual BEACH report

Learn about the four beaches sampled for bacteria in Island County in the summer of 2023.

https://ecology.wa.gov/research-data/monitoring-assessment/beach-annual-report/island-county

Jefferson County annual BEACH report

Learn about the four beaches sampled for bacteria in Jefferson County in the summer of 2023.

https://ecology.wa.gov/research-data/monitoring-assessment/beach-annual-report/jefferson-county

Pierce County annual BEACH report

We sampled 7 beaches in Pierce County for bacteria in the summer of 2023.

https://ecology.wa.gov/research-data/monitoring-assessment/beach-annual-report/pierce-county

Whatcom County annual BEACH report

We sampled four beaches in Whatcom County for bacteria in the summer of 2023.

https://ecology.wa.gov/research-data/monitoring-assessment/beach-annual-report/whatcom-county

Attainment State Implementation Plans

Learn about Washington's plans to ensure communities meet national air quality standards.

https://ecology.wa.gov/regulations-permits/plans-policies/state-implementation-plans/attainment-sips

Marine water & sediment monitoring

We conduct water and sediment long-term monitoring to identify ecosystem changes.

https://ecology.wa.gov/research-data/monitoring-assessment/puget-sound-and-marine-monitoring

Accumulation

Learn more about on-site dangerous waste accumulation time limits and restrictions.

https://ecology.wa.gov/regulations-permits/guidance-technical-assistance/dangerous-waste-guidance/dangerous-waste-basics/accumulation

Health impact review of toxic air pollution

We must review new projects that emit toxic air pollutants.

https://ecology.wa.gov/regulations-permits/permits-certifications/air-quality-permits/notice-of-construction-permit/health-impact-assessments-of-toxic-air-pollutants

SEPA guide for project applicants

SEPA guidance for private proponents.

https://ecology.wa.gov/regulations-permits/sepa/environmental-review/sepa-guidance/guide-for-project-applicants

Contaminants in lake sediment cores

We age-date sediment cores from three lakes per year to assess contaminant deposition trends.

https://ecology.wa.gov/research-data/monitoring-assessment/toxics-monitoring/contaminants-in-sediment-cores

Transportation implementation plans

Find out how we make sure transportation investments are consistent with air quality goals.

https://ecology.wa.gov/regulations-permits/plans-policies/state-implementation-plans/transportation-conformity

Clallam County annual BEACH report

Learn about bacteria results at Clallam County beaches sampled in the summer of 2023.

https://ecology.wa.gov/research-data/monitoring-assessment/beach-annual-report/clallam-county

Aquatic Species Restoration Plan Research and Studies

The ASRP is a science-based plan to restore and enhance aquatic species habitat in the Chahalis Basin.

https://ecology.wa.gov/research-data/scientific-reports/asrp-research

Plans for maintaining air quality

View current plans to improve air quality and meet national air quality standards.

https://ecology.wa.gov/regulations-permits/plans-policies/state-implementation-plans/maintenance-sips

Environmental impact statement process

Overview about Environmental Impact Statements process under SEPA.

https://ecology.wa.gov/regulations-permits/sepa/environmental-review/sepa-guidance/guide-for-lead-agencies/environmental-impact-statements

Stream biological monitoring

We evaluate the health of rivers and streams by studying multiple aquatic communities.

https://ecology.wa.gov/research-data/monitoring-assessment/river-stream-monitoring/habitat-monitoring/stream-biological-monitoring

Washington's air quality implementation plan

The State Implementation Plan is an overarching plan to keep Washington's air clean.

https://ecology.wa.gov/regulations-permits/plans-policies/state-implementation-plans

Water rights search guidance

Water right records can be searched on a map-based water right database.

https://ecology.wa.gov/regulations-permits/guidance-technical-assistance/water-rights-search

Grays Harbor County BEACH report

Learn about beaches sampled for bacteria levels in Grays Harbor County in the summer of 2023.

https://ecology.wa.gov/research-data/monitoring-assessment/beach-annual-report/grays-harbor-county

Columbia River reports & documents

Our Office of Columbia River scientific reports and documents support water supply projects for Eastern Washington

https://ecology.wa.gov/research-data/scientific-reports/columbia-river-reports

Using the EIM Data Analysis Tool

The EIM Data Analysis Tool (EDAT) compares data from Ecology's EIM database to cleanup criteria.

https://ecology.wa.gov/regulations-permits/guidance-technical-assistance/contamination-cleanup-tools/eim-data-analysis-tool

Rivers & streams temperature monitoring

We collect data on the temperature of rivers and streams across the state.

https://ecology.wa.gov/research-data/monitoring-assessment/river-stream-monitoring/temperature-monitoring

SEPA laws and regulations: current & historical revisions

We manage SEPA and related rules and provide background about rulemaking.

https://ecology.wa.gov/regulations-permits/sepa/environmental-review/sepa-laws-rules

Puget Sound nearshore

SAM monitors and assesses impacts of stormwater runoff in Puget Sound nearshore environments.

https://ecology.wa.gov/regulations-permits/reporting-requirements/stormwater-monitoring/stormwater-action-monitoring/sam-status-and-trends/puget-sound-nearshore

Puget Small Streams study

Stormwater Action Monitoring's (SAM) receiving waters study on Puget Sound's small streams.

https://ecology.wa.gov/regulations-permits/reporting-requirements/stormwater-monitoring/stormwater-action-monitoring/sam-status-and-trends/puget-small-streams

SEPA guidance on appeal process

SEPA guidance on administrative and judicial appeals

https://ecology.wa.gov/regulations-permits/sepa/environmental-review/sepa-guidance/guide-for-lead-agencies/appeals

Grays Harbor terminal expansion environmental reviews

The current status of environmental reviews for two oil-related proposals in Grays Harbor.

https://ecology.wa.gov/regulations-permits/sepa/environmental-review/sepa-at-ecology/grays-harbor-terminal-expansion

Estimating nitrate groundwater impacts

We developed a method to estimate groundwater nitrate impacts from nutrients and fertilizers.

https://ecology.wa.gov/research-data/monitoring-assessment/groundwater-quality-assessment/active-studies-index/nitrates-and-groundwater-quality-tool

Yakima Railroad Area groundwater performance monitoring

We're monitoring legacy pollution in central Yakima and Union Gap to measure cleanup effectiveness.

https://ecology.wa.gov/research-data/monitoring-assessment/groundwater-quality-assessment/active-studies-index/yakima-rail

Salish Sea Model

We use a computer tool that simulates hydrodynamic and water quality processes in the Salish Sea.

https://ecology.wa.gov/research-data/data-resources/models-spreadsheets/modeling-the-environment/salish-sea-modeling

Municipal stormwater permit compliance assurance program

We use a proactive approach to ensuring the permits are implemented and effective.

https://ecology.wa.gov/regulations-permits/compliance-enforcement/municipal-stormwater-compliance-assurance-program

River and stream monitoring

Our freshwater data helps us to assure clean and abundant water to support human and aquatic life.

https://ecology.wa.gov/research-data/monitoring-assessment/river-stream-monitoring

Imperium expansion proposal

Imperium Terminal Services proposed expanding its existing transport facility in Hoquiam.

https://ecology.wa.gov/regulations-permits/sepa/environmental-review/sepa-at-ecology/grays-harbor-terminal-expansion/imperium-expansion-proposal

Programmatic EIS

Overview of programmatic environmental review for clean energy.

https://ecology.wa.gov/regulations-permits/sepa/clean-energy/programmatic-eis

BEACH annual report

See our annual county-by-county report on bacterial levels at saltwater swimming beaches for 2023.

https://ecology.wa.gov/research-data/monitoring-assessment/beach-annual-report

Effectiveness monitoring for water quality

Our scientists study the effectiveness of projects to protect and improve water quality.

https://ecology.wa.gov/research-data/monitoring-assessment/water-quality-improvement-effectiveness-monitoring