Natural Resources

Lake Chelan Water Quality

Lake Chelan Water Quality

In 2015, Chelan County Natural Resources received a three-year grant from the Washington Department of Ecology to implement the Lake Chelan Long-Term Monitoring Program. The goal of this effort is to gain an understanding of current conditions and assess long-term water quality trends in Lake Chelan. Such information is critical to support citizen and government objectives to monitor lake quality and make effective water and land use decisions so that the lake will continue to function as a clean water supply source, support recreation and tourist activities, maintain a thriving fishery and sustain diverse wildlife habitat.

 

Water Quality Infomation:

Invasive species:

Scientific research in Lake Chelan:

Links:

Lake Chelan Research Institute

 

Posted: 10/31/2017 03:03 PM
Last Updated: 03/30/2026 11:54 AM

Natural Resources Calendar

Upcoming events and schedules at the county!

  • 23
    Apr 2026
    06:00 PM - 08:00 PM

    Lake Chelan watercraft inspection plan community event

    Posted by: Natural Resources

    Come learn more about aquatic invasive species and the voluntary boat inspection program at Lake Chelan. We would like to hear your opinions on the current inspection program and potentially making it mandatory.

    Chelan Fire & Rescue