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Mission
To proactively implement structural and non-structural projects that reduce flood damages and maintain our current environment for the citizens of Skagit County.

Primary Programs/Projects

• Improving drainage and stormwater problem areas with capital projects.
• Develop and implement flood plans.
• Replace and/or upgrade county culverts that impact fish passage.
• Stabilize riverbanks.
• Assist flood control districts with maintenance projects.
• Coordinate flood fight efforts.
• Repair flood damages to public roads, bridges, dikes, etc.
• Review new development permits for compliance with drainage standards.
• Develop new drainage ordinance/standards.

Reason for Participating on the Skagit Watershed Council

• To assist in developing and implementing a voluntary habitat restoration and protection program.
• To receive direction in habitat restoration projects that Public Works constructs.
• To partner in large restoration projects.