Useful Links

Here are some useful links related to water quality in Washington State.

• Recreational Shellfish Beach Closures
The Washington State Department of Health recreational shellfish current status webpage.


• Ecology's Marine Water Quality Monitoring
The Washington State Department of Ecology's long-term monitoring provides insight on water quality concerns for sites within Puget Sound, Grays Harbor, and Willapa Bay.


• The Department of Health Homepage
The Washington State Department of Health's homepage.


• King County's Marine Monitoring Program
King County, Washington monitors the water and sediment quality of Puget Sound within King County's borders.


• Puget Sound Water Quality Action Team
A partnership of state agencies and tribal and local governments, the Puget Sound Action Team is charged with developing and coordinating conservation programs to protect and restore Puget Sound.


• National Beach Guidance and Required Performance Criteria for Grants The Environmental Protection Agency's national beach guidance and performance criteria for grants.
  
  
• EPA's Beach Web site
Useful information from Environmental Protection Agency on the prevention of recreational water illnesses in natural bodies of water like oceans, lakes, and rivers.


• Surfrider Foundation
The Surfrider Foundation USA is a non-profit organization that works to preserve our oceans, waves, and beaches. To become involved, visit their Web site to find your local chapter.


• National Resource Defense Council's Clean Water and Oceans
The Natural Resources Defense Council works to preserve and restore the rich diversity of ocean life and the quality of coastal waters.


• Centers For Disease Control and Healthy Swimming
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention provides information specific for swimmers, pool operators, and public health professionals about the spread of recreational water illnesses.


• Earth 911
Earth 911 and partners provide information on water quality conditions at beaches across the nation, and give access to community-specific action that you can take to help keep local beaches clean and safe.