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WWT wades into Fifteenmile Creek
WWT is launching projects in Oregon! We’re leading a restoration effort in an important Columbia River tributary, Fifteenmile Creek. Our work there will keep more than 100 million gallons of water instream annually for salmon, steelhead, and other wildlife!
Our mission is to protect and restore water in rivers and streams across Washington state. We craft smart, collaborative solutions to our freshwater challenges that will withstand the test of time in our rapidly changing world.
Commonly thought of as a water-rich state, Washington's freshwater resources are at risk from past mismanagement, climate change, and increasing demand. The good news is we are doing something about it.
Since 1998, we have worked across the state from the San Juan Islands to the Palouse restoring water to thousands of river miles in more than 50 rivers and streams.
The Teanaway River, a critical tributary in the Yakima basin for salmon, steelhead and trout, struggled for many years, often running dry. Watch our short film Teanaway: A Stream Flows Again to see how people are coming together to help the river make a comeback.
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WWT is launching projects in Oregon! We're leading a restoration effort in an important Columbia River tributary, Fifteenmile Creek. Our work there will keep more than 100 million gallons of water instream annually for salmon, steelhead, and other wildlife!
WWT will host a benefit screening of the Fly Fishing Film Tour on Oct. 22 at Gesa Power House Theatre in Walla Walla. Join WWT for inspiring new fly fishing films, a silent auction, and a gear raffle. Proceeds support local river restoration!
The new WWT annual report reflects a year of progress. WWT projects now protect more than 7 billion gallons of water every year and we’re discovering new possibilities in more watersheds. Check out the full 2025 Annual Report!
Rising to local water challenges will take leadership, perseverance, and fresh solutions. The new WWT 2026-2030 Strategic Plan shows that we are ready to meet the moment.
Washington Water Trust will protect and enhance streamflows in the Walla Walla basin with a recently awarded grant from The Wildhorse Foundation. The grant will fuel outreach, collaborative project implementation, and the development of new water conservation tools.
Washington's snowpack is way below normal as of February 2026. We may face another dangerously dry summer. WWT is committed to mitigating the impacts of potential drought conditions on rivers and fish.
