Search Results - Washington State Department of Ecology

Wetland mitigation banks are one option available to compensate for unavoidable wetland impacts.

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

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

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

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

Shellfish Interagency Permitting team

Washington Shellfish Initiative permitting team improving state decision-making process.

https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/shoreline-coastal-management/aquaculture/shellfish-interagency-permitting-team

Lake Chelan Reserve

The Lake Chelan Reserve has water for existing and future non-project uses.

https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/water-supply/water-availability/lake-chelan-reserve

Shoreline Master Programs

Shoreline Master Programs are local land-use policies and regulations that guide shoreline use.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Federal and tribal activities

Permitting federal and tribal activities under the Shoreline Management Act is complex.

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

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

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

E-Cycle Washington

E-Cycle is a free program making it easy for Washington residents to recycle unused electronics.

https://ecology.wa.gov/waste-toxics/reducing-recycling-waste/our-recycling-programs/electronics-e-cycle

Litter prevention

We're working with diverse partners across the state on litter prevention efforts.

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

Solar panels

Information and guidance for the photovoltaic (PV) module stewardship and takeback program.

https://ecology.wa.gov/waste-toxics/reducing-recycling-waste/our-recycling-programs/solar-panels

Recycle and dispose of hazardous household products

Learn how to recycle and dispose of hazardous household products properly.

https://ecology.wa.gov/waste-toxics/community-waste-toxics/at-home/recycling-and-disposal-guide

Mercury Education & Reduction Act (MERA)

The Mercury Education and Reduction Act (MERA) regulates the use of mercury, a dangerous metal.

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

Recreational foam replacement program

Schools, gyms, and other businesses can apply to participate in our foam replacement program.

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

Litter laws

Washington laws against littering and unsecured vehicle loads.

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

Mercury

We are working to prevent mercury from impacting human health and the environment.

https://ecology.wa.gov/waste-toxics/reducing-toxic-chemicals/addressing-priority-toxic-chemicals/mercury

Protecting the air and water at Hanford

We monitor cleanup efforts at Hanford to ensure clean air and water.

https://ecology.wa.gov/waste-toxics/nuclear-waste/hanford-cleanup/protecting-air-water

Recycle Right partner toolkit

Images, video, and audio for partners to support our Recycle Right outreach campaign.

https://ecology.wa.gov/waste-toxics/reducing-recycling-waste/how-to-recycle/recycle-right/partner-toolkit

2021 plastics laws

A new law targeting single-use plastic establishes several new requirements.

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

Toxic chemicals in juvenile Chinook salmon

Scientists study flame retardants in Snohomish River fish to help salmon and orcas.

https://ecology.wa.gov/waste-toxics/reducing-toxic-chemicals/toxics-studies/source-assessments/toxic-chemicals-in-chinook-salmon

Hanford Waste Treatment Plant

The Hanford Waste Treatment Plant will incorporate the worst of tank waste into glass.

https://ecology.wa.gov/waste-toxics/nuclear-waste/hanford-cleanup/tank-waste-management/tank-waste-treatment

Preparing for oil and hazardous materials spills

Spill preparedness reduces damage to the environment, public health and safety, and the economy.

https://ecology.wa.gov/spills-cleanup/spills/spill-preparedness-response/preparing-for-spills

Sediment staff contacts and expertise directory

We have experts who can answer your questions about sediment cleanups and sediment management.

https://ecology.wa.gov/spills-cleanup/contamination-cleanup/sediment-cleanups/sediment-staff-contacts