top of page
Forest

Watershed Based Programs - KCD

< Explore more

Program level:

Local

Provider:

King Conservation District

Benefits provided: 

Financial, Free technical assistance

Land use:

Forest, Agriculture

Water-focused program: 

Yes

KCD provides technical and financial assistance to landowners in all five of King County’s major watersheds.

Overview

Description:

Various programs for each major watershed include financial and technical assistance for Best Management Practices that enhance water quality such as streamside buffers. Watersheds included are: Green-Duwamish, White River, Snoqualmie-Skykomish, Sammamish, Cedar River-Lake, and Central Puget Sound River.

Eligibility:

None required

Financial benefit: 

Varies per program and watershed.

Contact information

Information last updated on July 15, 2025.

Planning Importance

Developing a forest, agricultural, or conservation plan helps identify and prioritize objectives for landowners. These objectives can determine what type programs to search for. Supporting organizations in your area often provide free consultation and planning.

Landscape Characteristics

See how your land fits into the broader context of regional conservation, ecosystem services, and working lands' values across the landscape through our interactive mapper tool. It could help you determine which program is a good fit for you!

Contact Us

Take Our Survey!

Let us know your experience using the Conservation Program Explorer!

bottom of page