Resources - Lake Whatcom Management Program

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Attention Lake Whatcom Residents:

Fertilizers containing phosphorus are banned in the Watershed.

Lake Whatcom Watershed Annual Build-Out Analysis 2012

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Lake Whatcom Reports and Documents

Lake Whatcom Watershed Annual Build-Out Analysis 2012 (PDF)
Aquatic Invasive Species Action Plan (PDF)
Lake Whatcom Monitoring Reports
Total Maximum Daily Load (TMDL) Studies and Reports (Ecology)

Lake Whatcom Management Program Work Plans

2010-2014
2005-2009
2000-2004

Lake Whatcom Management Program Progress Reports

2010
2005-2009
2000-2004

Watershed Regulations and Resolutions

1992 Joint Resolution
Lake Whatcom Reservoir Regulatory Chapter (a.k.a "Silver Beach Ordinance") (BMC 16.80)
Fertilizer Application on Residential Lawns and Public Properties within Lake Whatcom Watershed (WCC 16.32)
Seasonal Restrictions on Land Disturbing Activities (BMC 16.80.120)
Restrictions on Phosphorus-containing Materials (BMC 15.42.050 D)
Guidelines for Gardening Materials and Practices (PDF)
Retailer Sign: Phosphorus Fertilizer Restrictions (PDF)
Retailer Display: Phosphorus Fertilizer Restrictions (PDF)
Stormwater Management (BMC 15.42)
Regulations for On-site Septic Systems Inside Bellingham (PDF)
On-Site Sewage System Program
Municipal Stormwater Permit (NPDES)
Critical Areas Ordinance (PDF)
State Water Pollution Control Act (RCW 90.48.080)
Stormwater Management Manual for Western Washington
Shoreline Master Program

Brochures

Homeowner Incentive Program (HIP) Brochure
Residents' Guide
Lake Whatcom and its Watershed
Phosphorus
Pet Waste
Pesticides
Native Plant Guide
Boatnotes
Boating Tips

Online Resources

King County Interactive Native Plant Guide

Maps

Lake Whatcom Watershed Bathymetry Map
Silver Beach Creek Watershed Map