Project will improve flood safety, expand fish and wildlife habitat, and provide recreation opportunities for King County residents Today leaders from the King County Flood Control District, King County, and the City of Kent joined together to break ground on construction for the Lower Russell Levee Setback project along the Green River in Kent. This project will provide 500-year flood … Read More
King County Flood Control District Funds Issaquah Creek Restoration and Conservation
The King County Flood Control District has passed funding for two projects around Issaquah, promoting salmon habitat and healthy watershed restoration. “Habitat restoration is critical to promote and protect environmental health and salmon survival,” said King County Flood Control District Supervisor Kathy Lambert. “These two projects along Issaquah Creek provide important resources to remove noxious weeds, restore native vegetation, and … Read More
King County Flood Control District Awards $4.6 Million for Salmon Habitat Restoration and Recovery
Today, King County Flood Control District Chair Reagan Dunn announced that over $4.6 million is being awarded to salmon habitat and recovery efforts across King County. These grants are in their seventh year of promoting environmental health and salmon conservation. “Salmon conservation is a priority for the King County Flood Control District,” said Dunn. “This funding will provide support to … Read More
King County Flood District now accepting applications for flood reduction grant program
King County Flood District now accepting applications for flood reduction grant program The King County Flood Control District has more than $3.6 million in grant funding available in 2019 for projects that target flood-risk reduction along rivers, streams, lakes and other areas. The King County Flood Control District is announcing the availability of $3.64 million in grant funding for projects … Read More