Search Results - Washington State Department of Ecology

Status of more than 260 cities and counties required to update their Shoreline Master Programs.

https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/shoreline-coastal-management/shoreline-coastal-planning/state-approved-shoreline-master-programs

Washington Coastal Zone Management Program & policies

The Coastal Zone Management Act gives states the primary role in managing their coastal zone.

https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/shoreline-coastal-management/coastal-zone-management/programs-policies

Nitrate in groundwater data & assessment

Nitrogen contamination of groundwater is a problem in several areas. See where and why.

https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/water-quality/groundwater/nitrate-data-assessment

Tools to interpret and implement

Get help understanding how the surface water quality standards apply to your work.

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

Federal wetland regulations

While federal rules protecting wetlands are in flux, we continue to regulate them under state law.

https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/wetlands/regulations/federal-regulations

Protecting aquifers

We work to protect underground water aquifers from contamination and protect drinking water.

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

Surface water quality: designated uses

Water quality designated uses help us protect Washington's waters, and the many ways they're used.

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

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

Coastal Zone Management Program evaluation

NOAA conducts periodic performance evaluations of Washington's Coastal Zone Management Program.

https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/shoreline-coastal-management/coastal-zone-management/program-evaluation

Earthquakes and tsunamis

We work with state partners to help coastal communities prepare for earthquake and tsunami events.

https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/shoreline-coastal-management/hazards/earthquakes-tsunamis

Wetland mitigation compliance

We follow up on wetland mitigation sites to ensure mitigation requirements are fulfilled.

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

Wetlands function assessment project

Learn about the wetland function assessment methods, the basis of the current wetland rating system.

https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/wetlands/tools-resources/function-assessment-project

Water conservancy boards

Water conservancy boards, where available, may allow you to change or transfer a water right faster.

https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/water-supply/water-rights/water-conservancy-boards

Certified water right examiner program

A certified water right examiner verifies water use for certification of a water right.

https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/water-supply/water-rights/water-right-examiners

Abandoned wells

Landowners are required to work with licensed drillers to properly decommission abandoned wells.

https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/water-supply/wells/information-for-drillers/abandoned-wells

Dungeness water management

The Dungeness water management rule protects rivers and streams and manages new groundwater uses.

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

Water Quality improvement projects

See where we are working with partners across the state to improve water quality.

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

Shoreline Management Act jurisdiction

The Shoreline Management Act applies to most fresh and saltwater shorelines in Washington.

https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/shoreline-coastal-management/shoreline-coastal-planning/shoreline-management-act-sma/shoreline-management-act-jurisdiction

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

Public Trust Doctrine

The Public Trust Doctrine is a legal principle regarding public access to public waters.

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

Critical aquifer recharge areas

Under the Growth Management Act, cities & counties must protect their drinking water supplies.

https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/water-quality/groundwater/protecting-aquifers/critical-aquifer-recharge-areas

Irrigation-influenced wetlands

Learn how wetlands in irrigation areas are regulated under state law.

https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/wetlands/regulations/state-wetland-regulations/irrigation-influenced-wetlands

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

About the Reserve

Padilla Bay Reserve protects more than 11,000 acres of critical intertidal and upland habitat.

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

Skagit River basin

The Skagit River rule established instream flow levels to help protect the ecosystem of the river.

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

Visit Padilla Bay with your group

Padilla Bay staff offer a variety of programs for school groups, seniors, scouts, and civic groups.

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

Water quality assessment Policy 1-11

Water quality policy 1-11 guides how we make decisions to list waters as polluted.

https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/water-quality/water-improvement/assessment-of-state-waters-303d/assessment-policy-1-11

Prior converted croplands

Conversion of a prior converted cropland wetland to non-agricultural use requires our approval.

https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/wetlands/regulations/state-wetland-regulations/prior-converted-croplands

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: Our natural hazard risk program

We run FEMA’s Risk MAP program to help communities better protect themselves from natural hazards.

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

Swimming standards & saltwater quality

Water quality standards are designed to protect people from illnesses at saltwater swimming beaches.

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

Templates & guidance documents

Find guidance and templates to get started using or proposing a wetland mitigation bank.

https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/wetlands/mitigation/wetland-mitigation-banking/templates-guidance-documents

History of Padilla Bay

The Breazeale family dedicated their lives, land, and home to protecting Padilla Bay.

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

Teacher resources

Learn about workshops, download our estuary curriculum, and check out our favorite online resources.

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

Cle Elum SMP periodic review

Public comment requested for city of Cle Elum's periodic SMP review.

https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/shoreline-coastal-management/shoreline-coastal-planning/state-approved-shoreline-master-programs/cle-elum

Recreation at Padilla Bay

Padilla Bay Reserve has a variety of recreational opportunities for all ages.

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

Ferndale Shoreline Master Program: periodic review

We approved Ferndale's SMP periodic review amendment.

https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/shoreline-coastal-management/shoreline-coastal-planning/state-approved-shoreline-master-programs/ferndale

Granite Falls SMP: Periodic review

Joint public comment period for Granite Falls' SMP periodic review.

https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/shoreline-coastal-management/shoreline-coastal-planning/state-approved-shoreline-master-programs/granite-falls

Sumas Shoreline Master Program: periodic review

We are seeking public comment on Sumas' SMP periodic review.

https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/shoreline-coastal-management/shoreline-coastal-planning/state-approved-shoreline-master-programs/sumas

Toppenish Shoreline Master Program: periodic review

We are seeking public comment on Toppenish's proposed amendment to its SMP.

https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/shoreline-coastal-management/shoreline-coastal-planning/state-approved-shoreline-master-programs/toppenish

Wahkiakum County Shoreline Master Program: comprehensive update

The public comment period for Wahkiakum County’s SMP comprehensive update is closed.

https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/shoreline-coastal-management/shoreline-coastal-planning/state-approved-shoreline-master-programs/wahkiakum-county

Whatcom County 2019 amendment

Public comment requested on Whatcom County's SMP Amendment

https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/shoreline-coastal-management/shoreline-coastal-planning/state-approved-shoreline-master-programs/whatcom-county-2019-amendment

Whatcom County Limited Amendment

On April 3, 2018, we provided recommended changes to Whatcom County's proposed SMP amendments.

https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/shoreline-coastal-management/shoreline-coastal-planning/state-approved-shoreline-master-programs/whatcom-county-limited-amendment

Skagit basin water availability

We work with local partners in the Skagit River basin.

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

Risk MAP for governments

We work with governments to assess data, interpret FEMA flood maps, and provide planning expertise.

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

Shorelines of statewide significance

For shorelines of statewide significant, interests and certain uses take priority.

https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/shoreline-coastal-management/shoreline-coastal-planning/shoreline-management-act-sma/shoreline-management-act-jurisdiction/shorelines-of-statewide-significance

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

Port of Seattle Wetland Mitigation and Habitat Conservation Umbrella Bank

Find out more about the proposed Port of Seattle Umbrella bank in King County.

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

Aqueous film-forming foam (AFFF) collection & disposal program

Learn more about a proposed collection and disposal program for fire departments with AFFF on-site.

https://ecology.wa.gov/waste-toxics/reducing-toxic-chemicals/product-replacement-program/afff-disposal

Washington's Contamination Reduction and Outreach Plan - CROP

We developed a statewide Contamination Reduction & Outreach Plan to reduce recycling contamination.

https://ecology.wa.gov/waste-toxics/reducing-recycling-waste/strategic-policy-and-planning/contamination-reduction