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About Us

• The Community and Lake Protection
• History of the Management Program
• Management Structure
• Goals and Policies
• Program Areas
• Work Plans
• 2010-2014
• 2005-2009
• 2000-2004
• 1999
• Accomplishments
• Contact Us

About The Watershed

• Watershed and Lake Facts
• Water Supply, Use, and Treatment
• Monitoring and Water Quality
• Lake Whatcom Geology
• Fish and Wildlife

Watershed Challenges

• Stormwater
• Dissolved Oxygen
• Nutrients
• Bacteria
• Sediment
• Metals
• Pesticides
• Aquatic Invasive Species
• Hydrocarbons
• Total Maximum Daily Load

Stewardship Solutions

• Gardening and Landscaping
• Septic Systems
• Anatomy of On-Site Sewage Systems (OSS)
• Designing Your On-Site Sewage System (OSS)
• Care and Maintenance
• On-Site Sewage System (OSS) Failure
• Contacts
• Automobiles
• Car Maintenance
• Transportation Alternatives
• Safe Driving & Commuter Facts
• Sources and Links
• Car Washing
• Boating & Recreation
  • Pollutants
  • Fueling Up and Spill Prevention
  • Boat & Dock Maintenance
  • Environmental Impacts
  • Safe Boating
• Canada Geese
• Goose Facts
• Habitat Modifications
• Other Deterrents
• Construction
• Pre-Construction
• Planning And Design
• Site Evaluation and Layout
• Home Design and Remodels
• Vegetation Retention
• Low Impact Development
• Erosion Control
• Mulches
• Silt Fences
• Straw Bale Barriers
• Check Dams
• Stabilizing Construction Entrance
• Tarps & Plastic Coverings
• Materials Storage, Disposal & Spills
• Storing Material On-Site
• Material Disposal
• Preventing Spills and Runoff Problems
• Excavation and Heavy Equipment
• Land Disturbance
• Equipment Use and Maintenance
• Post Construction: Final Landscaping
• Hobby Farms
• Small Farm Impacts
• Farm Plans
• Reducing Your Impact
• Whatcom County Code
• References
• Pet Waste
• Mutt Mitt Doggie Rest Stations
• Fecal Coliform Facts
• The Scoop on Pet Feces
• Dog Exercise Areas
• Water Conservation
  • Voluntary Watering Schedule
  • Rain Barrel Programs
  • Indoor Water Savings
  • Outdoor Water Savings

Programs and Projects

• Management Program Areas
  • Land Preservation
  • Stormwater Management
  • Urbanization/Land Development
  • Community Outreach
  • Data Management and Information
  • Spill Response
  • Forestry/Fish/Wildlife
  • Transportation
  • Recreation
  • Utilities and Waste Management
  • Administration
  • Enforcement
• Silver Beach Creek Pilot Project
• Homeowner Incentive Program
• Residential Stormwater Retrofit Program

Library and Resources

• Documents and Reports
• Resources for Kids
• Resources for Teachers
• Maps
• Glossary of Terms
• Links of Interest
• Contacts - Management Program

News and Events