​​​​​​The Lake Whatcom Reservoir is the source of drinking water to over 95,000 people in Whatcom County, including the 87,700 served by the City of Bellingham. The health of this tremendously important resource is declining, and at a pace that is faster than expected.

 

Watershed Challenges

Stormwater runoff, nutrients, aquatic invasive species and more

 

Stewardship Solutions

What you can do to keep Lake Whatcom clean and healthy

 

Programs and Projects

City and County efforts to protect the lake

 

Rules and Regulations

Resources for understanding rules and regulations in the Lake Whatcom watershed

 

About Lake Whatcom Reservoir

Lake facts, water quality, fish and wildlife, water supply and treatment

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More Information

Please contact the Environmental Resources Division of the Public Works Department if you would like more information about Lake Whatcom and its programs.