Search Results - Washington State Department of Ecology

Homes with permit-exempt wells

Information for homeowners about the Nooksack adjudication.

https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/water-supply/water-rights/adjudications/nooksack/homeowners

Streamflow, fish, and habitat projects

Our Office of Columbia River is working to improve conditions for endangered fish species.

https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/water-supply/water-supply-projects-ew/streamflow-fish-passage-habitat-projects

Issues & problems in Puget Sound

The more we study Puget Sound, the more we understand the challenges facing this diverse waterbody.

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

Puget Sound science

We study Puget Sound to detect human impacts and to target prevention and cleanup efforts.

https://ecology.wa.gov/ecologys-work-near-you/river-basins-groundwater/puget-sound/sound-science

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

Puget Sound nutrient pollution studies

Studies evaluate the impacts of reducing nutrient pollution from municipal wastewater plants.

https://ecology.wa.gov/ecologys-work-near-you/river-basins-groundwater/puget-sound/helping-puget-sound/reducing-puget-sound-nutrients/nutrient-pollution-studies

Federal Puget Sound Grant Program

We manage funds addressing toxic chemicals, nutrients, and watershed restoration in Puget Sound

https://ecology.wa.gov/ecologys-work-near-you/river-basins-groundwater/puget-sound/helping-puget-sound/policy-regulation-federal-funding

Puget Sound riparian grants

Our riparian grant program is designed to increase restoration in and along Puget Sound rivers.

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

Improving groundwater management in the Pasco Basin

Learn more about Pasco Basin groundwater management project.

https://ecology.wa.gov/ecologys-work-near-you/river-basins-groundwater/pasco-basin-groundwater

Freshwater studies

Our scientists study freshwater environments, producing data and reports.

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

Adjudication information for farmers

This site will serve as an information hub for WRIA 1 farmers throughout the adjudication process. Stay tuned - information will be posted here as updates become available.

https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/water-supply/water-rights/adjudications/nooksack/for-farmers

Quality assurance project plan examples

See examples of well-written Quality Assurance Project Plans for grantees.

https://ecology.wa.gov/about-us/who-we-are/our-programs/environmental-assessment/scientific-services/quality-assurance/quality-assurance-for-grantees/project-plan-examples

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

Shoreline laws and rules

Protection and development of Washington's shorelines is guided by state laws and rules.

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

Wetland mitigation resources

We provide resources to landowners and developers to help with wetland mitigation planning.

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

Surface water quality: Antidegradation

Our antidegradation rules use three tiers of protection to help maintain water quality.

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

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

Puget Sound is now a no-discharge zone for vessel sewage

A no discharge zone will protect Puget Sound from vessel sewage releases.

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

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

Water quality improvement

We protect Washington waters from pollution so they meet state water quality standards.

https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/water-quality/water-improvement

Statewide conditions

We work with agencies and organizations to closely monitor Washington’s water supply.

https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/water-supply/water-availability/statewide-conditions

Lower Yakima Valley Groundwater Management Area

We're partnering in a local effort to reduce nitrate concentrations in Lower Yakima Valley wells.

https://ecology.wa.gov/ecologys-work-near-you/river-basins-groundwater/lower-yakima-valley-groundwater-management-area

Instream flow & water management rules

Instream flow rules guide local and state decision-making in many areas of the state.

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

Research at Padilla Bay

Our staff and visiting scientists carry out research and monitoring projects year-round.

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

Lake Chelan coordinated cost reimbursement program

We partnered with Chelan County to initiate a Lake Chelan Coordinated Cost Reimbursement Program.

https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/water-supply/water-rights/cost-reimbursement/lake-chelan-ccr

Classes and events at Padilla Bay

The Padilla Bay Reserve offers educational programs and classes for all ages. Come learn with us.

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

Hirst decision

A state Supreme Court decision changed how counties issue building permits that use exempt wells.

https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/water-supply/water-rights/case-law/hirst-decision

Local groundwater information

Find local sources of information for groundwater resource-management efforts.

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

Risk MAP for homeowners

As FEMA updates flood maps, we help you decipher impacts to flood insurance and reduce risk.

https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/shoreline-coastal-management/hazards/floods-floodplain-planning/risk-map/floodplain-planning-for-homeowners

Agriculture and Water Quality Advisory Committee

Working together to support a healthy agriculture industry and protect clean water.

https://ecology.wa.gov/about-us/accountability-transparency/partnerships-committees/agriculture-and-water-quality-advisory-committee

Procurement document public inspection

Our current procurement documents are available for inspection through public records requests.

https://ecology.wa.gov/about-us/payments-contracts-grants/contracts-bidding-opportunities/procurement-document-public-inspection

Shorelands & Environmental Assistance

We provide guidance, plans, and funds for communities where the water meets the land.

https://ecology.wa.gov/about-us/who-we-are/our-programs/shorelands-environmental-assistance

Columbia River Basin Long-term Water Supply and Demand Forecast

Forecasting water supply and demand in Eastern Washington into the 2040s

https://ecology.wa.gov/about-us/who-we-are/our-programs/office-of-columbia-river/office-of-columbia-river-legislative-reports/water-supply-demand-forecast

Group systems and shared wells

Small district water systems, such as cities, special purpose districts and private systems, need to participate in the adjudication by filing court claims.

https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/water-supply/water-rights/adjudications/nooksack/group-systems-and-shared-wells

What is drought?

Department of Ecology is responsible for monitoring water supply and drought conditions in the state.

https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/water-supply/water-availability/statewide-conditions/what-is-drought

Partnerships and committees

Governmental and regional agencies join forces, providing ideas and oversight to many programs.

https://ecology.wa.gov/about-us/accountability-transparency/partnerships-committees

Unmanned aerial systems (drones)

Unmanned aerial systems are aircrafts or vehicles piloted by remote control or onboard computers.

https://ecology.wa.gov/about-us/accountability-transparency/drones-uas

Padilla Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve

Learn about Padilla Bay's research and education programs, and visiting our interpretive center.

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

Eastern Region

https://ecology.wa.gov/ecologys-work-near-you/regional-work/eastern-region

Dams

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

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

Quality assurance

We rely on quality assurance to monitor, improve, and assess our scientific practices.

https://ecology.wa.gov/about-us/who-we-are/our-programs/environmental-assessment/scientific-services/quality-assurance

Puget Sound Nutrient Reduction Project

The Puget Sound Nutrient Source Reduction Project addresses human sources of nutrients in the Sound.

https://ecology.wa.gov/ecologys-work-near-you/river-basins-groundwater/puget-sound/helping-puget-sound/reducing-puget-sound-nutrients/puget-sound-nutrient-reduction-project

Total Maximum Daily Load process

The TMDL process cleans up polluted water so it meets state water quality standards.

https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/water-quality/water-improvement/total-maximum-daily-load-process

Credits & debits for wetland mitigation

Learn about calculating credits and debits for compensatory mitigation.

https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/wetlands/tools-resources/credit-debit-method

Source control

Source control is tracing contamination to its source, then preventing it from reaching waterways.

https://ecology.wa.gov/spills-cleanup/contamination-cleanup/cleanup-sites/lower-duwamish-waterway/source-control

Port Gamble Bay and Mill Site

Major cleanup combined with restoration makes Port Gamble Bay a healthier place to work and play

https://ecology.wa.gov/spills-cleanup/contamination-cleanup/cleanup-sites/puget-sound/port-gamble-baywide

Wetland resources for VSP planning

Find mapping resources for wetlands to assist with planning under the Voluntary Stewardship Program.

https://ecology.wa.gov/about-us/accountability-transparency/partnerships-committees/voluntary-stewardship-program/wetland-resources

Real estate transactions information

Adjudication information for realtors in WRIA 1/Nooksack basin.

https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/water-supply/water-rights/adjudications/nooksack/realtors

How we help protect orcas

Our work benefits orcas by improving environmental conditions & reducing toxics in the environment.

https://ecology.wa.gov/ecologys-work-near-you/river-basins-groundwater/puget-sound/protecting-orcas

Information for water conservancy board members

We provide training, operations, and process information for water conservancy board members.

https://ecology.wa.gov/about-us/accountability-transparency/partnerships-committees/water-conservancy-boards