Chehalis River Basin Flood Control Zone District

01/21/2026

📢 Join Us for a Public Meeting!

We invite the community to attend an upcoming public meeting. This is an opportunity to learn more, ask questions, and share your input.

🗓 Date: Wednesday January 21st
⏰ Time: 5:30 p.m.
📍 Location: Baw Faw Grange, 995 Boistfort Rd., Curtis, WA 98538

Your participation matters!

01/14/2026

📢 Join Us for a Public Meeting!

We invite the community to attend an upcoming public meeting . This is an opportunity to learn more, ask questions, and share your input.

🗓 Date: Wednesday January 21st
⏰ Time: 5:30 p.m.
📍 Location: Baw Faw Grange, 995 Boistfort Rd., Curtis, WA 98538

Your participation matters!

09/10/2024

https://chronline.com/stories/officials-highlight-redesigned-water-retention-facility-proposed-for-chehalis-river,361154?

As presenters rose to pitch a new flood control project just outside of Pe Ell during Tuesday's meeting of the Chehalis River Basin Flood Control Zone District, the message remained consistent: the …

08/27/2024

The Flow-Through Dam for Flood Control’s state-of-the-art design mimics the natural river and allows fish to pass freely upstream and downstream whenever the dam is not in operation – in other words, except when there is a major flood event. Check out the ChehalisRiverBasinFCZD.com to view a new video showing how the facility would operate!

08/19/2024

**NEW WEBSITE ALERT** We have been hard at work incorporating feedback on the proposed flood retention facility. Check out the new ChehalisRiverBasinFCZD.com to learn about the Flow-Through Dam for Flood Control, an innovative solution from the UN Environment Programme that minimizes impacts to the environment and river while reducing flood risk in the Basin!

The Washington Department of Ecology and the United States Army Corps of Engineers are working on two separate Environmental Impact Statements. Click on the link to learn more about these environmental review processes.

03/08/2023

Flood warning versus flood watch – do you know the difference?

A flood warning indicates you should take action immediately, while a flood watch means conditions are right for flooding and you should be prepared.

To learn more about what you can do before, during and after a flood, visit https://flood.lewiscountywa.gov/

03/01/2023

The forests, streams, and rivers in the Chehalis River Basin are renowned for their diverse fish and wildlife. Protecting that wildlife is a key component of the Flood Protection Project.

The project goal is to produce no net loss – meaning the basin will maintain the same level of habitat function that exists today.

02/23/2023

The Chehalis River Basin is the second-largest river basin in Washington. The Basin is home to 140,000 people, vibrant communities, and breathtaking landscape.

The Flood Protection Project would help the basin and the people in it by reducing flood risk, preserving life, and minimizing property damage. Learn more at https://www.chehalisriverbasinfczd.com/flood-protection-project/

02/13/2023

In January of last year, communities throughout the Chehalis River Basin experienced major flooding. Over three-days, people, homes, businesses and farms were significantly affected by the flood. Listen to their stories now.

Learn how we’re taking action to prevent flooding damage and how you can be prepared at https://www.chehalisriverbasinfczd.com/know-your-flood-risk/

02/07/2023

Did you know most homeowners’ insurance policies do not cover flood damage? Renters and homeowners can purchase flood insurance, but it takes 30 days for the policy to become active. Contact your insurance company for more details and learn more at https://flood.lewiscountywa.gov/before/flood-insurance/

02/02/2023

What is a 100-Year Flood?

A "100-year flood" means there's a 1 in 100 (1%) chance a flood of a certain magnitude could occur in a given year. Most people misunderstand that this refers to a flood that happens "once in 100 years"; however, a 100-year flood can occur at any time, which is why we're working to be as prepared as possible.

To learn more about the Flood Control Project, visit https://www.chehalisriverbasinfczd.com/flood-protection-project/

11/23/2022

In the face of climate change-related flooding, our community needs solutions in the Basin. By providing some control over floodwaters that rush downstream, potential damages are decreased to a range we can better prepare for and bounce back from.