Search Results - Washington State Department of Ecology

Dams

The Dam Safety Office (DSO) regulates nearly 1,100 dams in Washington.

https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/water-supply/dams

Public input & events

Learn about public hearings, public meetings, and events and let us know what you think.

https://ecology.wa.gov/footer-pages/public-input-events

Business & industry requirements

We require oil-handling industry to prevent, prepare for, and respond to spills.

https://ecology.wa.gov/spills-cleanup/spills/business-industry-requirements

Washington's toxics in products laws

These Washington laws are designed to keep toxic chemicals out of consumer products.

https://ecology.wa.gov/waste-toxics/reducing-toxic-chemicals/washingtons-toxics-in-products-laws

Wetlands: Nature's water filters, sponges & nurseries

We provide resources for regulatory and nonregulatory approaches to protecting wetlands.

https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/wetlands/wetlands-overview

Tracking greenhouse gases

We're working to slow the effects of greenhouse gases that contribute to climate change.

https://ecology.wa.gov/air-climate/reducing-greenhouse-gas-emissions/tracking-greenhouse-gases

Pump Out, Don't Dump Out

A no-discharge zone will help keep Puget Sound clean for shellfishing, swimming, and recreating.

https://ecology.wa.gov/ecologys-work-near-you/river-basins-groundwater/puget-sound/no-discharge-zone/pump-out-dont-dump-out

Burn bans

Find information about current burn bans and restrictions.

https://ecology.wa.gov/air-climate/air-quality/smoke-fire/burn-bans

Beach Environmental Assessment, Communication & Health (BEACH)

The BEACH Program monitors the safety of saltwater swimming beaches from Memorial Day to Labor Day.

https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/water-quality/saltwater/beach-program

Community flood assistance & resilience

This program funds projects in the Chehalis River basin to prevent future flood or erosion damage.

https://ecology.wa.gov/ecologys-work-near-you/river-basins-groundwater/chehalis-basin/community-flood-assistance

Toxic chemicals in Puget Sound

Toxic chemicals used in everyday activities can harm human health and the environment.

https://ecology.wa.gov/ecologys-work-near-you/river-basins-groundwater/puget-sound/issues-problems/toxic-chemicals

Cap-and-Invest auction revenue

Learn about the types of projects that can be funded by proceeds from Cap-and-Invest auctions.

https://ecology.wa.gov/air-climate/climate-commitment-act/auction-revenue

Waste tires

Cleaning up illegal tire dumps and guidance for businesses that transport and store tires.

https://ecology.wa.gov/waste-toxics/solid-waste-litter/waste-tires

Studying contamination at Rayonier: What we've learned

We study contaminated sites so that we know what contamination is there, where it is, and how it interacts with the site. Knowing these things lets us plan effective cleanups.

https://ecology.wa.gov/spills-cleanup/contamination-cleanup/cleanup-sites/puget-sound/port-angeles-harbor/rayonier-mill/contamination-studies

Chamokane Creek

The tri-party agreement addresses impacts of permit-exempt wells on flows in Chamokane Creek.

https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/water-supply/water-availability/chamokane-creek

Ocean Acidification Blue Ribbon Panel

Washington is monitoring and responding to the acidification of marine waters.

https://ecology.wa.gov/about-us/accountability-transparency/partnerships-committees/ocean-acidification-blue-ribbon-panel

Historical incidents & failures

Despite our best efforts to promote dam safety some dams fail.

https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/water-supply/dams/info-for-the-public/incidents-failures

Yakima River Basin Integrated Plan

A holistic approach to meeting the Yakima River Basin's long-term water and ecosystem needs.

https://ecology.wa.gov/ecologys-work-near-you/river-basins-groundwater/yakima-river-basin-projects/yakima-integrated-plan

Puget Sound riparian systems grant application resources

Resources, guidance, and technical materials for the Puget Sound riparian grant program.

https://ecology.wa.gov/ecologys-work-near-you/river-basins-groundwater/puget-sound/helping-puget-sound/riparian-restoration/grant-application-resources

Padilla Bay tributaries bacteria TMDL

We are working in Padilla Bay to improve water quality for people and aquatic life.

https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/water-quality/water-improvement/total-maximum-daily-load-process/directory-of-improvement-projects/padilla-bay-fc-tmdl

Expanded polystyrene (EPS) ban

Expanded polystyrene (EPS) will soon be banned for sale in Washington.

https://ecology.wa.gov/waste-toxics/reducing-recycling-waste/plastics/2021-plastic-pollution-laws/expanded-polystyrene-ban

Refrigerant Management Program

Refrigerant Management Program (RMP) requires facilities with refrigeration and air conditioning systems to conduct, report, and repair leaks.

https://ecology.wa.gov/air-climate/reducing-greenhouse-gas-emissions/hydrofluorocarbons/refrigerant-management-program

South Fork Nooksack temperature TMDL

We work with partners to improve the water quality of the South Fork Nooksack River.

https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/water-quality/water-improvement/total-maximum-daily-load-process/directory-of-improvement-projects/south-fork-nooksack

Watershed planning

We support watershed planning to improve streamflows under the Streamflow Restoration Act.

https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/water-supply/improving-streamflows/watershed-planning

Cap-and-Invest emissions reporting

Emissions reporting information and resources for Washington's Cap-and-Invest Program.

https://ecology.wa.gov/air-climate/climate-commitment-act/cap-and-invest/emissions-reporting

Water quality standards for Washington's groundwater

Chapter 173-200 (WAC) addresses water quality standards for Washington's groundwater.

https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/water-quality/groundwater/groundwater-quality-standards

Discharge limits for domestic wastewater facilities

Wastewater treatment plants must meet minimum performance standards/technology-based effluent limits

https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/water-quality/wastewater/discharge-standards-limits

Freshwater studies

Our scientists study freshwater environments, producing data and reports.

https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/water-quality/freshwater/studies

Stewardship at Padilla Bay

Taking care of Padilla Bay: Tracking change, restoring habitat, and modeling responsible practices.

https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/shoreline-coastal-management/padilla-bay-reserve/stewardship

Mitigation bank projects

View a list of approved and proposed wetland mitigation banks.

https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/wetlands/mitigation/wetland-mitigation-banking/mitigation-bank-projects

Contact the Reserve

Contact Padilla Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve and Breazeale Interpretive Center.

https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/shoreline-coastal-management/padilla-bay-reserve/about-padilla-bay/contact-us

Shoreline Master Program guidelines

We and local governments must meet state Shoreline Master Program guidelines.

https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/shoreline-coastal-management/shoreline-coastal-planning/shoreline-laws-rules-and-cases/shoreline-master-program-guidelines

Kids page

Find out about our Padilla Bay resources for kids.

https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/shoreline-coastal-management/padilla-bay-reserve/education-programs/kids-page

Facility tour

Take a virtual tour of Padilla Bay Reserve.

https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/shoreline-coastal-management/padilla-bay-reserve/about-padilla-bay/facility-tour

Wetland mitigation banking contacts

Ecology and Interagency Review Team (IRT) members make decisions about wetland mitigation banks.

https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/wetlands/mitigation/wetland-mitigation-banking/contacts

Bellingham Mitigation Bank

Find out more about the proposed City of Bellingham Umbrella mitigation bank in Whatcom County.

https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/wetlands/mitigation/wetland-mitigation-banking/mitigation-bank-projects/bellingham

Blue Heron Slough Conservation and Mitigation Bank

Find out more about the proposed Blue Heron Slough bank in Snohomish County.

https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/wetlands/mitigation/wetland-mitigation-banking/mitigation-bank-projects/blue-heron-slough

Skagit River basin studies

Science and analysis are the basis of our decision-making in the Skagit River basin.

https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/water-supply/protecting-stream-flows/instream-flow-implementation/skagit-river-basin/studies

Risk MAP: Washington projects

See what Washington projects are underway and complete, download schedules, and GIS risk data.

https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/shoreline-coastal-management/hazards/floods-floodplain-planning/risk-map/washington-state-projects

Chehalis Basin Mitigation Bank

Find details about Chehalis Basin Mitigation Bank in Lewis County and Thurston County.

https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/wetlands/mitigation/wetland-mitigation-banking/mitigation-bank-projects/chehalis-basin

Columbia River Wetland Mitigation Bank

Find detailed information about the Columbia River Wetland Mitigation Bank in Clark County.

https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/wetlands/mitigation/wetland-mitigation-banking/mitigation-bank-projects/columbia-river

Coweeman River Wetland and Conservation Bank

Find information about Coweeman River Wetland and Conservation Bank in Cowlitz County.

https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/wetlands/mitigation/wetland-mitigation-banking/mitigation-bank-projects/coweeman-river

East Fork Lewis Wetland Mitigation Bank

Find details about East Fork Lewis Wetland Mitigation Bank in Clark County.

https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/wetlands/mitigation/wetland-mitigation-banking/mitigation-bank-projects/east-fork-lewis

Keller Farm Mitigation Bank

Find detailed information about proposed Keller Farm Mitigation Bank in King County.

https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/wetlands/mitigation/wetland-mitigation-banking/mitigation-bank-projects/keller-farm

Long Beach Wetland Mitigation Bank

Find information about the Long Beach Wetland Mitigation Bank in Pacific County.

https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/wetlands/mitigation/wetland-mitigation-banking/mitigation-bank-projects/long-beach

Lummi Wetland Mitigation Bank

Find detailed information about the Lummi Wetland Mitigation Bank in Whatcom County.

https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/wetlands/mitigation/wetland-mitigation-banking/mitigation-bank-projects/lummi

Meadowcroft Wetland Mitigation Bank

Find detailed information about the Meadowcroft Wetland Mitigation Bank in Stevens County.

https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/wetlands/mitigation/wetland-mitigation-banking/mitigation-bank-projects/meadowcroft

Nookachamps Wetland Mitigation Bank

Find detailed information about the Nookachamps Wetland Mitigation Bank in Skagit County.

https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/wetlands/mitigation/wetland-mitigation-banking/mitigation-bank-projects/nookachamps

North Fork Newaukum Wetland Mitigation Bank

Find detailed information about the North Fork Newaukum Wetland Mitigation Bank in Lewis County.

https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/wetlands/mitigation/wetland-mitigation-banking/mitigation-bank-projects/north-fork-newaukum

Paine Field Wetland Compensation Bank

Find information about Paine Field Wetland Mitigation Bank in Snohomish County.

https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/wetlands/mitigation/wetland-mitigation-banking/mitigation-bank-projects/paine-field