Chehalis Basin Flood Control Decision Postponed Indefinitely
Key Questions
Why has the Chehalis Basin Board postponed its flood control decision?
The board cannot choose between a dam and levees due to insufficient SEPA analysis. They are now considering modifications to the Skookumchuck Dam as a potential compromise.
How does the delay impact residents in Lewis County?
The decades-long flood solution remains uncertain. This directly affects Lewis County residents who continue to face ongoing flood risks without a clear path forward.
What flood recovery and preparedness resources are available in Washington?
More than $11 million in federal disaster aid has been distributed to residents recovering from last year’s historic flooding. Awesome Ford in Chehalis is also partnering with Team Rubicon to host a community flood preparedness event.
Chehalis Basin Board cannot choose between dam and levees due to insufficient SEPA analysis. Now eyeing Skookumchuck Dam modifications as compromise. Decades-long flood solution remains uncertain, directly affecting Lewis County residents.