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

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

Kitsap County BEACH report

Learn about beaches sampled for bacteria levels in Kitsap County in the summer of 2024.

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

King County BEACH report

Learn about beaches sampled for bacteria levels in King County in the summer of 2024.

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

Snohomish County BEACH report

Learn about beaches sampled for bacteria levels in Snohomish County in the summer of 2024.

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

Mason County BEACH report

Learn about beaches sampled for bacteria levels in Mason County in the summer of 2024.

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

Skagit County BEACH report

Learn about beaches sampled for bacteria levels in Skagit County in the summer of 2024.

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

Clallam County BEACH report

Learn about beaches sampled for bacteria levels in Clallam County in the summer of 2024.

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

Pierce County BEACH report

Learn about beaches sampled for bacteria levels in Pierce County in the summer of 2024.

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

Island County BEACH report

Learn about beaches sampled for bacteria levels in Island County in the summer of 2024.

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

Thurston County BEACH report

Learn about beaches sampled for bacteria levels in Thurston County in the summer of 2024.

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

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

Jefferson County BEACH report

Learn about beaches sampled for bacteria levels in Jefferson County in the summer of 2024.

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

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

Whatcom County BEACH report

Learn about beaches sampled for bacteria levels in Whatcom County in the summer of 2024.

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

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

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

Grays Harbor County BEACH report

Learn about beaches sampled for bacteria levels in Grays Harbor County in the summer of 2024.

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

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

Water rights search

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

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

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

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

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

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

BEACH annual report

See our annual county-by-county report on bacterial levels at saltwater swimming beaches for 2024.

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

SEPA Supplemental Orca Checklist Guidance

This guidance helps applicants complete the SEPA Supplemental Orca Checklist.

https://ecology.wa.gov/regulations-permits/sepa/environmental-review/sepa-guidance/sepa-checklist-guidance/sepa-checklist-supplemental-orca-checklist-guidanc

Plastic producer registration and reporting

Producers of certain items sold in plastic packaging in Washington must annually register with us.

https://ecology.wa.gov/regulations-permits/reporting-requirements/plastic-producer-registration

Overview of Washington State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA)

SEPA is the environmental review process for public agencies in Washington.

https://ecology.wa.gov/regulations-permits/sepa/environmental-review/sepa-guidance/basic-overview

Irrigation System Aquatic Weed Control permit

This permit regulates the use of pesticides to manage plant and algae growth in irrigation systems.

https://ecology.wa.gov/regulations-permits/permits-certifications/aquatic-pesticide-permits/irrigation-system-aquatic-weed-control

SEPA checklist guidance, Section B: Housing

Guidance for completing Housing section for Part B of the SEPA environmental checklist.

https://ecology.wa.gov/regulations-permits/sepa/environmental-review/sepa-guidance/sepa-checklist-guidance/sepa-checklist-section-b-environmental-elements/environmental-elements-9-housing