Native Redband Trout: Spokane’s Signature Native Fish
Estimated redband trout populations in the upper Spokane River were between 2,000 and 19,000 fish according to surveys in the 1980s and 1990s. A 2008 survey found, however, fewer than…
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August 21st Tool Box Work Group and DO TMDL Implemenation Advisory Committee Meetings
There will be two DO TMDL meetings at Liberty Lake Water and Sewer District on August 21st.
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Pollution Control Hearing Board decision regarding Sierra Club appeal of Ecology NPDES permit for Spokane County Regional Water Reclamation Facility.
The Pollution Control Hearings Board issued Findings of Fact, Conclusions of Law, and Order regarding Sierra Club and Center for Environmental Law Clinic appeal of Ecology’s NPDES Permit to Spokane County for its Regional Water Reclamation Facility.
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Lake Spokane Nutrient Monitoring, 2010-2011: Data Summary Report
In June 2013, Ecology released the “Lake Spokane Nutrient Monitoring, 2010-2011: Data Summary Report”
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A river for all
Watch an inspiring video of Scott Bailey, a double leg amputee, using a sailing kayak to travel from Boulder Beach to Downtown. Scott’s companion, Miles Moore, is a dealer in boats and other equipment for the disabled. Together, they once again prove the wonders of the human spirit and our river.
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Water Quality Managers from Ecology get up close and personal with the Spokane River
The Spokane River Forum was pleased to take Washington Department of Ecology water quality managers from around the state on a Meet Me at the River trip. Many thanks to the expert guides and outfitters from Pangaea River Expeditions and FLOW Adventures for providing a great adventure. View a slide show of the trip.
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Barker Road Water Trail Riparian Restoration
At the end of March, volunteers came together to continue Barker Road riparian restoration. Thank you to Spokane Conservation District for providing the willow whips. View the slide show.
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Fitzpatrick to speak on addressing combined sewer overflows and stormwater
When not doing Elvis impersonations, Kevin Fitzpatrick is the Water Quality Section Manager for Washington Department of Ecology’s Northwest Regional Office. In that role, he participated in the four year…
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River Protection and Stormwater Prevention: Spokane takes a step forward!
After decades of confusion, the Spokane River Forum, Spokane Riverkeeper, the City of Spokane and Gonzaga Environmental Law Clinic teamed up to create Spokane’s first definitive stormwater permitting guide. Understanding…
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Possible Spokane River access at Convention Center
Last April, voters approved the Public Facilities District’s $65 million dollar project that includes developing 91,000 square feet of new space at the Spokane Convention Center. River access is part…