Laws, regulations, & policies
Our dam safety work is governed by the Revised Code of Washington (RCW) and Washington Administrative Code (WAC). Policies are used to ensure consistency in the administration of laws and regulations.
State statutes
- RCW 43.21A.064 – powers and duties – water resources
- RCW 43.21A.068 – Federal Power Act licensees exemption
- RCW 86.16.035 – control of dams and obstructions
- RCW 90.03.350 – construction or modification of dam
- RCW 90.03.470 – schedule of fees
Administrative rules
- Chapter 173-175 WAC – dam safety
Policies
- See our dam safety policies
Contact information
Samantha Long, EIT
Dam Safety Office Manager
samantha.long@ecy.wa.gov
Office: 360-407-6603
Cell: 360-972-4426