Flood Control Zone District previews six-year capital program, highlights Whiskey Creek siphon and Lower Kittitas Reach work

Sep 14, 2026

Arden Thomas presented the flood control zone district's six-year capital plan, noting projected 2027 capital expenditures of $3.3 million contingent on a $1 million Federal Highways grant and major projects including the Whiskey Creek siphon and Lower Kittitas Reach reconnection (construction expected 2028).

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Arden Thomas, speaking for the Flood Control Zone District, reviewed its six-year capital plan and stressed the role of partnerships in delivering projects with limited staffing (1.5 FTE). Thomas highlighted near-term priorities: the Whiskey Creek siphon project (in implementation), the Lower Kittitas Reach floodplain reconnection (site cleanup with major construction projected in 2028), and Mercer Creek conveyance restoration (design phase).

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