Chehalis Basin flood authority outlines local projects, introduces flow‑through flood control concept

Jul 17, 2025

The Chehalis River Basin Flood Authority briefed the Thurston County Board of County Commissioners on July 16, 2025, reviewing 150 local flood‑reduction projects, a basin flood‑warning system, and a proposed “flow‑through” flood risk structure under state and federal review.

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The Chehalis River Basin Flood Authority told Thurston County commissioners on July 16 that a mix of local projects, a basin warning system and a proposed “flow‑through” flood control facility together form the basin’s current strategy for reducing flood hazard and protecting aquatic species.

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