Flood Control Zone District

About Flood Control Zone District (FCZD)

About Flood Control Zone District (FCZD)

History

The Chelan County Flood Control Zone District (FCZD or District) was established by the Board of County Commissioners by Resolution 2014-59, pursuant to RCW 86.14, in response to not only the growing frequency and severity of flash and stage flooding in greater Chelan County but also the resulting impacts and risks to public infrastructure and critical facilities.

In July 2015, the FCZD then began working through a process to develop a Comprehensive Flood Hazard Management Plan, which was later passed in November 2017. To assist, a steering committee was formed to oversee all phases of the planning effort. Committee members included key County staff, outside agencies, citizens and representatives of the various cities within Chelan County.

The purpose of the Chelan County CFHMP is to develop a holistic approach to flood control that encompasses flood control management and floodplain management, utilizing structural and nonstructural methods of reducing flood hazards. Flood hazard and floodplain management also are not limited to areas within the floodplain but can extend to the entire watershed.

Learn more about what the FCZD is doing on its Capital Projects page.

If you have a question about the Chelan County Flood Control District, email fczd@co.chelan.wa.us or call 509-667-6415. For elevation certificates, contact Chelan County Community Development at 667-6225.

Posted: 05/17/2018 10:25 AM
Last Updated: 01/25/2021 11:28 AM

Chelan County Calendar

Upcoming events and schedules at the county!

  • 07
    Jun 2025
    09:00 AM - 04:00 PM

    Monthly Drop-Off Saturday - June 7, 2025

    Posted by: Solid Waste Management

    Drop-off Saturday at the Moderate Risk Waste Facility is June 7.

    Chelan County Moderate Risk Waste Facility
  • 06
    Jun 2025
    11:00 AM - 04:00 PM

    Veterans Hall Blood Drive June 6

    Posted by: Veterans Program

    Veterans Hall Blood Drive June 6 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

    Wenatchee Veterans Hall
  • 28
    May 2025
    06:30 PM - 08:00 PM

    Planning Commission - May 28, 2025

    Posted by: Community Development

    By Zoom Video Conference or in person.
  • 21
    May 2025
    01:00 PM - 02:00 PM

    Hearing Examiner - May 21,2025

    Posted by: Community Development

    By Zoom Video Conference or in person at 400 Douglas St.