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Whatcom CD Fish Passage Program
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Program level:
Local
Provider:
Whatcom Conservation District
Benefits provided:
Financial, Free technical assistance
Land use:
Forest, Agriculture
Water-focused program:
Yes
No-obligation stream crossing assessments on private land.
Overview
Description:
Culverts in streams for various uses like driveways, forest roads and farm roads can also function as a barrier to fish passage. The fish passage assessment is a a free, no-obligation assessment of stream crossings on your property. Funding is available to help make fish passage barrier improvements if needed.
Eligibility:
None required
Financial benefit:
Funding is available for projects. Financial benefits would be determined per the program used to fund the project.
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!
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