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Northwest Area Committee
LOWER SKAGIT RIVER Geographic Response Plan
(LSKAR-GRP)
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LOWER SKAGIT RIVER Geographic Response Plan
(LSKAR-GRP)
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(800) 424-8802*
(800) 258-5990*
U.S. Coast Guard Washington State
Sector Puget Sound (206) 217-6200 Dept Archaeology & Historic Preservation (360) 586-3065
- Emergency / Watchstander (206) 217-6001* Dept of Ecology
- Command Center (206) 217-6002* - Headquarters (Lacey) (360) 407-6000
- Incident Management (206) 217-6214 - NW Regional Office (Bellevue) (425) 649-7000
13th Coast Guard District (800) 982-8813 - Bellingham Field Office (360) 715-5200
National Strike Force (252) 331-6000 Dept of Fish and Wildlife (360) 902-2200
- Pacific Strike Team (415) 883-3311 - Emergency HPA Assistance (360) 902-2537*
- Oil Spill Team (360) 534-8233*
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Dept of Health (800) 525-0127
Region 10 – Spill Response (206) 553-1263* - Drinking Water (800) 521-0323
- Washington Ops Office (360) 753-9437 Dept of Natural Resources (360) 902-1064
- RCRA / CERCLA Hotline (800) 424-9346 - After normal business hours (360) 556-3921
- Public Affairs (206) 553-1203 Dept of Transportation (360) 705-7000
State Parks & Recreation Commission (360) 902-8613State Patrol - District 7 (360) 654-1204*
Scientific Support Coordinator (206) 526-6829
Weather (NWS Seattle) (206) 526-6087 Tribal Contacts
Nooksack Indian Tribe (360) 592-5176
Other Federal Agencies Swinomish Indian Tribal Community (360) 466-3163
U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service (360) 534-9313* Upper Skagit Indian Tribe (360) 854-7090
U.S. Department of Interior (503) 326-2489
Industry Contacts
Response Contractors (OSRO & PRC) BNSF (Service Interruption Desk) (817) 352-2832*
Global Diving and Salvage (206) 623-0621* Mount Vernon Terminal Rail Road (360) 708-0190
Marine Spill Response Corporation (425) 252-1300* BP Olympic Pipeline (888) 271-8880*
NRC Environmental Services (800) 337-7455*
Local Government
City of Burlington (360) 755-0531
City of Mount Vernon (360) 336-6211
City of Sedro-Woolley Spill Response (360) 855-0771
Skagit County Sheriff (360) 416-1911
* Contact Numbers staffed 24-hour/day Snohomish County Sheriff (425) 407-3999
Required Notifications for Oil Spills & Hazardous Substance Releases
Federal Notification - National Response Center
- Other Contact Numbers -
National Oceanic Atmospheric Administration
State Notification - Washington Emergency Management Division
Spill Response Contact Sheet
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Purpose and Use of this Plan
This Geographic Response Plan (GRP) constitutes the federal and state on-scene coordinators’ orders during the initial phase of an oil spill response in the planning area. It’s meant to aid the response community during the initial phase of an oil spill, from the time a spill occurs until a Unified Command is established. The plan prioritizes tactical response strategies based on locations where spills might occur, and the proximity and relative priority of those locations to sensitive natural, cultural, and economic resources. By using this document it’s hoped that immediate and proper action can be taken to reduce oil’s impact on sensitive resources.
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Record of Changes
Date Change Number Summary of Changes Name of Person Making Change
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
CHAPTER 1 – Introduction ............................................................................................................................................... 11
1.1 GRP Chapters and Appendices ......................................................................................................................... 12
1.2 Geographic Response Plan Development Process ................................................................................... 12
1.3 Standardized Response Language .................................................................................................................. 13
1.4 Terminology and Definitions ............................................................................................................................ 13
APPENDIX 1A – Comments, Corrections, or Suggestions .................................................................................... 15
CHAPTER 2 – Site Description ........................................................................................................................................ 17
2.1 Chapter Introduction ............................................................................................................................................ 17
2.2 Physical Features ................................................................................................................................................... 17
2.3 Hydrology ................................................................................................................................................................. 19
2.4 Climate and Winds ................................................................................................................................................ 19
2.5 Tides and Currents ................................................................................................................................................ 20
2.6 Risk Assessment ..................................................................................................................................................... 21
2.7 References ................................................................................................................................................................ 23
CHAPTER 3 – Response Options and Considerations ........................................................................................... 25
CHAPTER 4 – Response Strategies and Priorities ................................................................................................... 27
4.1 Chapter Introduction ............................................................................................................................................ 29
4.1.1 On-site Considerations ........................................................................................................................ 29
4.1.2 Historical River Flow Ranges ............................................................................................................ 32
4.2 Area Overview Maps ............................................................................................................................................ 34
4.3 Strategy and Response Priorities .................................................................................................................... 40
4.3.1 General Response Priorities .............................................................................................................. 40
4.3.2 Strategy Priorities based on Potential Oil Spill Origin Points .............................................. 40
4.4 Sector Maps (Strategy Locations) ................................................................................................................... 47
4.5 Matrices ................................................................................................................................................................ ..... 49
4.5.1 Naming Conventions (Short Names) ............................................................................................. 49
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4.5.2 Response Strategy Matrices .............................................................................................................. 50
4.5.3 Notification Strategy Matrices .......................................................................................................... 57
4.5.4 Staging Area Matrices........................................................................................................................... 58
4.5.5 Boat Launch Matrices ........................................................................................................................... 60
APPENDIX 4A – Response Strategy 2-Pagers ................................................................................................... 63
APPENDIX 4B – Notification Strategy 2-Pagers ............................................................................................ 113
APPENDIX 4C – Staging Area 2-Pagers ............................................................................................................. 121
APPENDIX 4D – Boat Launch 2-Pagers ............................................................................................................. 135
CHAPTER 5 – (Reserved) ............................................................................................................................................... 155
CHAPTER 6 – Resources at Risk .................................................................................................................................. 157
6.1 Chapter Introduction ......................................................................................................................................... 157
6.2 Natural Resources at Risk - Summary ........................................................................................................ 157
6.2.1 General Resource Concerns ............................................................................................................ 159
6.2.1a Habitats ................................................................................................................................................... 159
6.2.1b Fish and Shellfish ................................................................................................................................ 160
6.2.1c Wildlife .................................................................................................................................................... 160
6.2.2 Specific Geographic Areas of Concern ........................................................................................ 161
6.3 Cultural Resources at Risk - Summary ....................................................................................................... 162
6.3.1 Discovery of Human Skeletal Remains ...................................................................................... 163
6.3.2 Procedures for the Discovery of Cultural Resources ........................................................... 163
6.4 Economic Resources at Risk Summary ...................................................................................................... 164
6.5 General information .......................................................................................................................................... 164
6.5.1 Flight restriction zones ..................................................................................................................... 164
6.5.2 Wildlife Deterrence ............................................................................................................................ 164
6.5.3 Oiled Wildlife ........................................................................................................................................ 165
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LIST OF FIGURES
Figure 3-1: Response Options and Considerations Area ....................................................................................... 26
Figure 4-1: Mean Monthly Outflow for the Skagit River and Fisher Creek.................................................... 33
Figure 4-2: Response Strategy Locations .................................................................................................................... 35
Figure 4-3: Notification Strategy Locations ................................................................................................................ 36
Figure 4-4: Staging Area Locations ................................................................................................................................ 37
Figure 4-5: Boat Launch Locations ................................................................................................................................. 38
Figure 4-6: Potential Oil Spill Locations ....................................................................................................................... 39
Figure 4-7: Sector Map LSKAR-1 ..................................................................................................................................... 47
Figure 4-8: Sector Map LSKAR-2 ..................................................................................................................................... 48
Figure 6-1: Specific Geographic Areas of Concern ............................................................................................... 161
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LIST OF TABLES
Table 4-1: Water Speed Drift Measurement Table .................................................................................................. 31
Table 4-2: Historical River Streamflow Ranges ........................................................................................................ 32
Table 4-3: LSKAR-A (Skiyou Island SKAR-24.8) ....................................................................................................... 42
Table 4-4: LSKAR-B (Brickyard Creek ~BRKC-3.1/SKAR-20.6) ........................................................................ 43
Table 4-5: LSKAR-C (BNSF Rail Bridge ~SKAR-16.2) ............................................................................................ 44
Table 4-6: LSKAR-D (W Division St Bridge ~SKAR-11.4) ..................................................................................... 45
Table 4-7: LSKAR-E (Big Fisher Creek at 324th St NW ~BFSHC-4.6) ............................................................. 46
Table 6-1: LSKAR-GRP Cultural Resource Contacts ............................................................................................. 162
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CHAPTER 1
Introduction
This plan focuses on sensitive resource protection after an oil spill on or near the water occurs. It serves as the federal and state on-scene-coordinators’ orders during the initial phase of an oil spill response in the planning area. It has been approved by Regional Response Team 10 and the Chairs and Co-Chairs of the Northwest Area Committee. Geographic Response Plans (GRPs) are living documents that can be revised at any time based on new information from comments and lessons learned from drills and spills. These changes are typically reflected as interim updates on the website for each GRP until they are fully incorporated into the plan during a future update. We value your input and hope that you’ll let us know how the plan might be improved. Please submit comments online at http://www.rrt10nwac.com/Comment. Comments may also be emailed to [email protected] or submitted by mail using the form and information provided in the appendix of this chapter.
The Lower Skagit River GRP planning area (LSKAR-GRP) encompasses approximately 150 square miles and extends from the Skagit River Delta, where it meets the North Central Puget Sound GRP planning area, upstream to a point just upstream of Sedro-Woolley. The Lower Skagit River GRP has two distinct areas: the Skagit River delta, including the north and south river forks, and the main stem Skagit River from Mount Vernon to Sedro-Woolley. The communities of Avon, Burlington, Conway, Mount Vernon, and Sedro-Woolley are included in this area. The planning area resides fully within Water Resource Inventory Area Lower Skagit/Samish (WRIA 3), and falls within the boundaries of Skagit and Snohomish counties.
Additional information about the planning area, including physical features, hydrology, climate and winds, tides and currents, and oil spill risks, can be found in Chapter 2 (Site Description). Information about potential response options in the planning area can be found in Chapter 3 (Response Options and Considerations). The bulk of this plan is contained in Chapter 4 (Response Strategies and Priorities). It provides information on tactical response strategies and the order they should be implemented, based on Potential Oil Spill Origin Points (POSOPs) and the proximity and relative priority of sensitive resources near those point locations. Area and sector maps and information on staging areas and boat launch locations are also provided in that chapter.
Control and Containment of an Oil Spill are a Higher Priority than the Implementation of GRP Response Strategies
If in the responder’s best judgment, control and containment at or near the source of a spill isn’t feasible, or if the source is controlled and contained but oil has spread out beyond initial containment, then the priorities laid out in Section 4.3 of this plan should take precedence until a Unified Command is formed. Oil spill response priorities, beyond those described in this plan, should rely on aerial observations and spill trajectory modeling. A booming strategy listed as a high
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priority in Section 4.3 would not necessarily be implemented if a spill trajectory did not warrant action in that area; however, the priority tables should be followed until oil spill trajectory information becomes available. During an incident, modifications to the deployment priorities provided in Section 4.3 of this plan may be made if approved by the Incident Commander, Unified Command, or are identified as necessary by the Environmental Unit.
The downstream movement of oil and the time it takes to mobilize response resources to deploy GRP strategies must always be considered when setting strategy implementation priorities. The strategies discussed in this plan have been designed for use with oils that float on water and may not be suitable for other petroleum products or hazardous substances. For information about non-floating oil spill response, refer to the Non-Floating Oil Spill Response Tool in the Northwest Area Contingency Plan (NWACP), Section 9412. For hazardous substance spills, refer to the NWACP, Chapter 7000. For policy on gasoline and flammable liquid spills refer to the NWACP, Section 4622.
Information meant to support initial Environmental Unit functions can be found in Chapter 6 of this plan (Resources at Risk). Chapter 6 and its appendix provide information about the type and location of natural and economic resources in the area. Specific information about the location of cultural sites in the planning area was taken into consideration in the development of this plan but, because of the confidential nature of the material, details about cultural and historic sites aren’t included in this document.
1.1 GRP CHAPTERS AND APPENDICES
Chapter 1 Introduction Appendix 1A Comments, Corrections, or Suggestions Chapter 2 Site Descriptions Chapter 3 Response Options and Considerations Chapter 4 Response Strategies and Priorities Appendix 4A Response Strategies Appendix 4B Notification Strategies Appendix 4C Staging Area Locations Appendix 4D Boat Launch Locations Chapter 5 Reserved Chapter 6 Resources at Risk Appendix 6A List of Economic Resources in Area
1.2 GEOGRAPHIC RESPONSE PLAN DEVELOPMENT PROCESS
GRPs are part of the Northwest Area Contingency Plan, just developed and revised separately. The plans are prepared through the efforts of, and in cooperation with, Washington Department of Ecology, Oregon Department of Environmental Quality, Idaho Bureau of Homeland Security, U.S. Coast Guard, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, as well as other state and federal agencies, tribes, local governments, natural resource trustees, response organizations, emergency responders, and communities. GRPs are developed through workshops, field work, and meetings.
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Participants identify resources that may be at risk of injury from spills and work to develop oil spill response or notification strategies to reduce the chance of injury to those resources.
After compiling information on sensitive resources in the area, site visits are conducted to gather data and determine if spill response strategies near those resources should be added, modified, or deleted. In this, the anticipated effectiveness of existing strategies are reviewed, modifications made as determined necessary, potentially unsafe or ineffective strategies removed, and new strategies added to the plan. Unfortunately, the dynamics of marine and inland water environments, and the present limitations of response technology, make the development of strategies for all sensitive resource locations impracticable. A draft plan is produced after site visits are completed, and made available for public review and comment before a final version of the GRP is produced and published. A responsiveness summary is also published that addresses public comments received during the GRP update and development process.
1.3 STANDARDIZED RESPONSE LANGUAGE
In order to avoid confusion in response terminology, this plan uses standard National Interagency Incident Management System, Incident Command System (NIIMS ICS) terminology.
1.4 TERMINOLOGY AND DEFINITIONS
The glossary provided in Section 1910 of the NWACP and other sections of the area plan with glossaries independent of Section 1910 should be used when seeking the meaning of terms used in this plan.
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APPENDIX 1A
Comments, Corrections, or Suggestions
Geographic Response Plans (GRPs) are living documents that can be revised at any time based on new information from comments and lessons learned from drills and spills. These changes are typically reflected as interim updates on the websites for each GRP until they are fully incorporated into the plan during a future update.
We value your input and hope that you will submit comments on how this plan might be improved. If you have any questions or comments, suggestions for improvement, or find errors in this document please submit comments online at http://www.rrt10nwac.com/Comment, email them to us at [email protected], or forward them via U.S. Mail to the following agencies:
United States Environmental Protection Agency Region 10 Office of Environmental Cleanup 1200 Sixth Avenue Room ECL-116 Seattle, WA 98101
Washington State Department of Ecology Spill Prevention, Preparedness, and Response (GRPs) P.O. Box 47600 Olympia, WA 98504-7600
The form on the following page of this attachment can be used to submit comments by mail. Contact information is requested so that we can give you a call if more information or comment clarification is needed.
Please use the GRP Field Report Form for providing information on GRP strategy field visits or the testing of response strategies. The form is available online at http://www.ecy.wa.gov/programs/ spills/preparedness/GRP/Form-GRPFieldReport.pdf. Additional information on Geographic Response Plans is available at http://www.rrt10nwac.com/GRP.
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GRP Comment Form
Today’s Date:
Your Name:
Title:
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City:
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Email: Ph:
GRP Page Number: Section or Paragraph:
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US Environmental Protection AgencyRegion 10 Office of Environmental Cleanup 1200 Sixth Avenue Room ECL-116 Seattle, WA 98101
Washington State Department of Ecology Spills Program (GRPs) P.O. Box 47600 Olympia, WA 98504-7600
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CHAPTER 2
Site Description
2.1 CHAPTER INTRODUCTION
This chapter provides an overview of the area’s physical features, hydrology, climate and winds, and tides and currents in the Lower Skagit River GRP planning area, and an oil spill risk assessment in Section 2.6. The southernmost portion of the planning area begins in Snohomish County, along Big Fisher Creek and the I-5 corridor. It continues at an angle parallel to the coast, crossing the forks and sloughs of the Skagit River delta about a mile from open water and mudflats. Headed northeast upstream from the coast, the various sloughs and forks merge to become the main stem of the Skagit River near the historical site of Skagit City at River Mile (RM) 7. From there the main stem heads generally north, winding through the city of Mt. Vernon for five or so miles and forming the southern border of the City of Burlington (RM 16). The river continues to the northeast along the southern edge of Sedro-Woolley and out of the planning area at RM 25. Some of the tributaries in this area include Gages Slough, which travels through Burlington, Big Fisher Creek draining out of Snohomish County, and sloughs in the Skagit Delta including Fisher Slough, Freshwater Slough, Tom Moore Slough and Dry Slough. The planning area covers about 150 square miles and fully resides within Water Resource Inventory Area Lower Skagit/Samish (WRIA 3). The communities of Avon, Burlington, Conway, Mount Vernon and Sedro-Woolley are located within the boundaries of this planning area, as well as portions of Skagit and Snohomish Counties.
2.2 PHYSICAL FEATURES
The LSKAR-GRP focuses only on the furthest downstream portion of the river, from river mile 25 near Sedro-Woolley to the delta one to two miles upstream from Skagit Bay. The Skagit River stretches much further than the area addressed in this plan, stretching an additional 100 miles northwest into Canada. The full basin covers over 3,000 square miles of the North Cascades and includes the Baker River, Sauk River, Suiattle River and many other tributaries.1 The 22-mile long Ross Lake was created by building a hydroelectric dam on the Skagit River in the 1940s, located 20 miles south of Canada2. Diablo Lake and Gorge Lake likewise were created by two lower hydroelectric dams, completed in 1924 and 1961, respectively. Combined, the three dams on the Skagit provide a quarter of the power used by Seattle.3
In the planning area, the furthest upstream area of the Skagit is emerging from relatively undeveloped areas south of Highway 20 and the beginning of agricultural fields. In this area the river winds widely through side channels and oxbows, and abandoned switchbacks have created
1 HSRG http://hatcheryreform.us/hrp_downloads/reports/puget_sound/reviews/HSRG_Recommendations_Skagit.pdf 2 Ross Lake Resort 2014 http://www.rosslakeresort.com/faq.html 3 Wilma 2003 http://www.historylink.org/index.cfm?DisplayPage=output.cfm&file_id=5347
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densely forested islands scattered on either side of the main stem. Skiyou Island, where Skiyou Slough meets an abandoned oxbow, is one of these islands just east of the border of Sedro-Woolley. For a few miles the river is more centered in the main channel as it crosses under Highway 9, passing a Skagit County Public Utility District drinking water intake that supplements the Judy Reservoir. West of the Highway 9 bridge is Hart Island, another large stranded oxbow that slowly drains Brickyard Creek to the river. Brickyard Creek follows Highway 20 through Sedro-Woolley, draining the hills northeast of the city.
Just west of Hart Island is the start of Gages Slough, which drains west along Highway 20 through the City of Burlington. It drops southwest under the rail tracks and Interstate 5 to a pump station used for flood control, before emptying into the Skagit west of Burlington’s city limits.
The Skagit River creates the boundary between the City of Burlington and Mount Vernon. Mount Vernon, the county seat and largest population center in Skagit County, borders two different stretches of riverbank. After the river passes Burlington, it bends in a C-shape to the west and then back to the southeast, returning to the north-south division of Interstate 5. Here, Mount Vernon jumps the river and includes Edgewater Park on river right (west bank). The Memorial Highway 536 Bridge links the two parts of town.
From Mount Vernon the river curves west again, then drops southward for about two miles before it splits and the delta begins. The North Fork Skagit River heads west through rich agricultural land. Meanwhile the South Fork Skagit River heads due south along the BNSF railroad tracks and parallels Interstate 5. Between the two forks is the triangular Fir Island, consisting almost entirely of farmland.
The southeast corner of the delta has another division at the unincorporated community of Conway, where the Fir Island Road Bridge creates the western connection between the island and the mainland. Just south of this bridge is the beginning of Freshwater Slough, which splits towards the southwest and creates a smaller sub-triangle of lands within Fir Island. Most of this area is undeveloped land, sloughs and islands, owned by Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife as part of the Skagit Wildlife Area. There are no farms or other developments here, so the area between Freshwater Slough and Tom Moore Slough makes up the majority of undisturbed, non-leveed estuary remaining in the Skagit delta. Seventy percent of the original delta has been turned into farmland by flood control dikes.4
The economy of the area was once strongly tied to agriculture, although the economy has diversified in the past few decades.5 Farms are still a major part of Skagit’s identity. Skagit County is America’s largest producer of bulbs for irises, daffodils and tulips. The Skagit Valley Tulip Festival draws 300,000 visitors every April to the flower fields lying between the Skagit and Samish rivers. The county also produces a quarter of the world’s supply of beet and cabbage seeds, and
4 HSRG http://hatcheryreform.us/hrp_downloads/reports/puget_sound/reviews/HSRG_Recommendations_Skagit.pdf 5 Lee http://www.skagitcounty.net/EnvisionSkagit/Documents/ClimateChange/ch1_basin_overview.pdf
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three-quarters of the seeds for spinach grown in the United States. There is a significant amount of acreage devoted to dairy production, as well as potatoes, berries and vineyards6.
2.3 HYDROLOGY
The Skagit River drains the North Cascade range and experiences high volumes of precipitation in the fall and winter, but the peak flows are in late spring and early summer from glaciers and mountain snowmelt. To a limited extent, controlled discharges for energy generation from the three dams on the Skagit River even out river flows and reduce the chance of flooding in lower lying areas. Because of the agricultural nature of the lower Skagit watershed, water levels in the valleys downstream of Sedro-Woolley are used for irrigation in the summer. There is one USGS station in the planning area tracking velocity and river height, located in Mount Vernon at river mile 15.7 between the I-5 Bridge and the BNSF rail bridge. This gage shows that highest flows are from May to July, with average flow from 20,100 cubic feet per second (cfs) to 24,300 cfs in June, and a monthly low of 9,390 cfs in September.7
The streams in the lower valley are precipitation-fed, with low flows from July through October. Big Fisher Creek, which drains from the east into Fisher Slough and then Tom Moore Slough off the South Fork Skagit River, briefly had a velocity gage near I-5 from 2006-2008. It tracked monthly average flows from 15 cfs in January to 0.6 cfs in September.8
The planning area resides entirely within Water Resource Inventory Area Lower Skagit/Samish (WRIA 3).
Lower Skagit/Samish (WRIA 3): The Lower Skagit Watershed is situated in the northern part of Puget Sound east of the San Juan Islands. It comprises the western part of Skagit County and small portions of Snohomish and Whatcom Counties. Fidalgo, Guemes, Cypress and other smaller offshore islands are also included in the WRIA 3 watershed. In addition to the Skagit River and its delta, the watershed includes Lake Samish and the Samish River watersheds. Water from the Skagit River basin supports a robust agricultural economy, hydroelectric generation and growing cities and towns. The Skagit River is the only large river system in Washington that contains healthy populations of all five native salmon species.9
2.4 CLIMATE AND WINDS
The temperatures in the lower Skagit area remain mild year round, with winter lows above freezing, and highs in the low-to-mid 70s from June to September. Mount Vernon averages under 4
6 WSU 2014 http://ext100.wsu.edu/skagit/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2014/02/WSU-Skagit-County-Agricultural-Statistics-20141.pdf 7 USGS http://waterdata.usgs.gov/nwis/inventory/?site_no=12200500&agency_cd=USGS 8 USGS http://waterdata.usgs.gov/wa/nwis/uv/?site_no=12200701 9 ECY 2014 https://fortress.wa.gov/ecy/publications/documents/1111008.pdf
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inches of snowfall in the winter months, but no accumulation.10 Total precipitation averages 32 inches annually.11 Upstream of the planning area, precipitation increases and temperature drops. The town of Concrete averages 67 inches of precipitation and 25 inches of snowfall.12 Closer to the source of the Skagit, Diablo Dam records 75 inches of precipitation and 60 inches of snow.13
Wind speed at Burlington-Mount Vernon Airport averages 5.7 mph.14 Winds in Sedro-Woolley tend easterly, switching towards the southeast in the summer and northeast in winter.15 Skagit County has experienced several major windstorms, typically between November and February, with wind gusts reaching 90 mph. In December 1996 and January of 1997, one of these windstorms was accompanied by heavy snowfall of three to five feet, collapsing roofs of homes, warehouses and marinas. Another combined wind and snowstorm in December 2007 caused landslides in eastern Skagit County.16
2.5 TIDES AND CURRENTS
The flow speed on the main fork of the Skagit at the Mount Vernon gage (river mile 15.7) is 2.25 miles per hour (mph) at the annual mean velocity of 16,610 cfs. Each portion of the river will have faster or slower speeds based on a variety of factors, including channel width, channel depth, debris blockages, incoming or outgoing tides, and elevation change, among others. In low and average flows, the North Fork carries about 60% of the flow while 40% enters the South Fork. In high water, the split is close to 50%. Sloughs and side channels will have significantly lower flow speeds commensurate with their channel width, depth, tidal influence and vegetation.
Tidal influence as far upstream as the Mount Vernon gage is minimal even in low summer water. In the delta, closer to the coast, the tide reversal can be extreme. Incoming tides will send the flow rushing upstream at the Skagit Wildlife Area on Freshwater Slough. The strength and extent of tidal zones will vary based on outgoing river flow and extreme tides, but is generally considered to end just upstream of the forks, near river mile nine.17
There are several tide gates in the delta that automatically close on the incoming tide, which will slow or stop outgoing streamflow while closed, then speed up significantly as the tide reverses and the gates open. There are also gates and pump stations further inland used for agriculture and riverine flood control, managed by the diking, drainage and irrigation districts in the area.
10 WRCC 2016 http://www.wrcc.dri.edu/cgi-bin/cliMAIN.pl?wa7507 11 WRCC 2005 http://www.wrcc.dri.edu/cgi-bin/cliMAIN.pl?wa5678 12 WRCC 2016 http://www.wrcc.dri.edu/cgi-bin/cliMAIN.pl?wa1679 13 WRCC 2016 http://www.wrcc.dri.edu/cgi-bin/cliMAIN.pl?wa2157 14 WRCC 2006 http://www.wrcc.dri.edu/climatedata/climtables/westwind/ 15 NOAA http://www.ci.sedro-woolley.wa.us/Home/weather/noaa/NOAAPRYR.TXT 16 Skagit ftp://ftp.skagitcounty.net/DEM/NatHazMitPlan2014.pdf (p118) 17 Lee http://www.skagitcounty.net/EnvisionSkagit/Documents/ClimateChange/ch1_basin_overview.pdf
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2.6 RISK ASSESSMENT
The Skagit River area is plentiful in natural, cultural, and economic resources, all at risk of injury from oil spills. Potential oil spill risks include, but are not limited to, road transportation, rail transportation, oil pipelines, aircraft, recreational boating, and other oil spill risks. This section briefly discusses these risks and how they could impact the GRP planning area.
Oil Types: Both refined petroleum products and crude oil are transported in bulk within this planning area.
Crude oil and refined products contain a mix of hydrocarbons with varying properties; different types of crude oil and refined products will behave differently when spilled. Recent changes in oil production have led to an increase in the movement of Bakken light crude and diluted bitumen from Canada transported through the planning area via rail.
Crude oil from the Bakken fields in North Dakota has properties similar to gasoline or diesel, and poses a higher risk of fire because much of it will evaporate quickly into flammable vapors. Unlike gasoline, the heavier hydrocarbons in the crude will persist in the environment after the light ends evaporate or burn. Bitumen from the oil sands in Alberta, Canada, is heavy, almost asphalt-like, until it is mixed with lighter oil products known as diluents to create diluted bitumen. Once mixed, the diluted bitumen will initially float on water after being spilled. Environmental conditions, such as the density of the receiving waters and sediment load of the receiving waters, will affect how long diluted bitumen floats. As the light diluents evaporate, the remaining heavy constituents may sink into the water column.18 There are specific response actions recommended for non-floating oils, detailed in the Non-Floating Oil Spill Response Tool in the Northwest Area Contingency Plan (NWACP), Section 9412.
Road Systems: Vehicle traffic on roadways pose an oil spill risk in areas where they run adjacent to the shorelines, or cross over lakes, rivers, creeks, and ditches that drain into the Skagit River. In the northern delta area, most roads are low-speed roads connecting farm communities, although Chuckanut Drive is a popular scenic route between Bellingham and Mount Vernon. Interstate 5 carries West Coast traffic between Canada and Mexico and poses the most significant risk of highway spills, due to the frequency of large tank trucks carrying a number of fuel types. State Highway 9 does not have the traffic capacity of I-5 but is more convenient to move between smaller upland communities, so there is potentially high use by logging trucks and local fuel trucks serving the inland communities north and south of Sedro-Woolley.
A vehicle spill onto one of these bridges or roadways can cause fuel or oil to flow from hardened surfaces into the Skagit River or its tributaries. Commercial trucks can contain hundreds to thousands of gallons of fuel and oil, especially fully loaded tank trucks, and may carry almost any kind of cargo, including hazardous waste or other materials that might
18 NASEM 2016: http://www.nap.edu/21834
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injure sensitive resources if spilled. Smaller vehicle accidents pose a risk as well, a risk commensurate to the volume of fuel and oil they carry.
Rail Transportation and Facilities: Rail companies transport oil via both unit trains and manifest trains in this area. Unit trains include: up to four locomotives, buffer cars, and 118 loaded tank cars transporting oil in 714-barrel (29,998 gallon) capacity USDOT-approved tank cars. Manifest trains include: up to four locomotives, a mix of non-oil merchandise cars, and one or more 714-barrel (29,998 gallon) capacity USDOT-approved tank cars carrying refined oil products, such as diesel, lubrication oil, or gasoline. These trains may include emptied tank cars, each with residual quantities of up to 1,800 gallons of crude oil or petroleum products. Every train locomotive typically holds a few hundred gallons of engine lubrication oil, plus saddle tanks that each have an approximate capacity of 5,000 gallons of diesel fuel. Manifest trains may also transport biological oils and non-petroleum chemicals.
Unit trains carrying crude currently operate on specific routes. Unit trains carrying crude from the Bakken Formation in North Dakota enter Washington State near Spokane, continue along the Columbia River to Vancouver, and then head north along I-5. This main rail line, the BNSF Bellingham subdivision, enters Skagit County from the south near I-5 and meets a junction north of the river in the City of Burlington. Here, the tracks split into thirds. Unit trains deliver crude to the Tesoro refinery in Anacortes along the rail spur leading west from Burlington along State Highway 20. The remaining loaded trains remain on the Bellingham line and continue north out of the planning area. Unit trains of Canadian diluted bitumen are also transported south through the planning area on these tracks, heading to Tacoma.
The third line is the Sumas subdivision, which also splits from the main tracks in Burlington, follows Highway 20 east along the Skagit River through Sedro-Woolley, and then parallels Highway 9 north to Canada. Within the planning area, BNSF Railway owns the majority of commercial railroad tracks. Mount Vernon Terminal Railway (MVTR) owns a mile-long section of track in downtown Mount Vernon, used to store emptied tank cars with residual amounts of crude oil. As of this publishing, MVTR has not reported carrying bulk oil as cargo.19
Oil Pipelines: The BP Olympic Pipeline travels 400 miles from the Cherry Point refinery to Portland, Oregon, with additional input lines from the refineries at Phillips 66 Ferndale, Tesoro Anacortes, and Shell Anacortes. It delivers to the terminals at Harbor Island in Seattle, jet fuel to SeaTac airport, and facilities in Tacoma before exporting 1.3 billion gallons per year across the Columbia River to Oregon.20
In the Lower Skagit River area, the pipeline enters the planning area west of I-5 and northwest of Mount Vernon. It continues south under Highway 20 and Highway 536, then
19 WA Dept. of ECY 2015 https://fortress.wa.gov/ecy/publications/publications/1508010.pdf (320) 20 WA Dept. of ECY 2015 https://fortress.wa.gov/ecy/publications/publications/1508010.pdf
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angles towards the southeast, parallel to the coast. It crosses the Skagit River not far upstream of the fork at the top of the delta, before crossing Big Fisher Creek and other tributaries as it switches to the east of I-5 and south out of the planning area.
Aircraft: Skagit Regional airport lies in the northwest corner of the LSKAR-GRP area, west of Burlington, and is owned and operated by the Port of Skagit. There is no control tower and is primarily used by recreational aircraft or corporate jets, rather than large commercial airliners.21 Since this airport is within three miles of the river, the potential exists for aircraft failures during inbound or outbound flights that result in a spill by releasing aviation fuel to the Skagit River or its tributaries.
Recreational Boating: Accidents involving recreational watercraft on the Skagit River have the potential to result in spills of a few gallons of gasoline up to hundreds of gallons of diesel fuel. Examples of such accidents might include vessel collisions, allisions, groundings, fires, sinking, or explosions.
Other Spill Risks : Other potential oil spill risks in the area include: dam turbine mechanical failures from upriver dams, fuel storage areas (including waste oil storage), road run-off during rain events, on-shore or near shore activities where heavy equipment is being operated or stored, and the migration of spilled oil through soil on lands adjacent to the river or its tributary streams.
2.7 REFERENCES
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Lee, Se-Yeun, A.F. Hamlet. (2011). Skagit River basin climate science report, a summary report prepared for Skagit County and the Envision Skagit Project by the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering and The Climate Impacts Group at the University of Washington. Retrieved from:
21 Port of Skagit http://www.portofskagit.com/skagit-regional-airport/
http://www.skagitcounty.net/EnvisionSkagit/Documents/ClimateChange/ch1_basin_overview.pdf
National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine. (2016.) Spills of diluted bitumen from pipelines: a comparative study of environmental fate, effects, and response. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press.
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. (2014). 2014 annual climatological summary for Sedro-Woolley. Retrieved from: http://www.ci.sedro-woolley.wa.us/Home/weather/noaa/NOAAPRYR.TXT
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Ross Lake Resort frequently asked questions. (2014). Retrieved from: http://www.rosslakeresort.com/faq.html
Skagit County Extension. (2014). Skagit County agriculture statistics 2014. (Rep.). Retrieved from :http://extension.wsu.edu/skagit/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2014/02/WSU-Skagit-County-Agricultural-Statistics-2014.pdf
Skagit Regional Airport. (n.d.). Retrieved from: http://www.portofskagit.com/skagit-regional-airport
USGS Water Resources: National Water Information System. (2017). Current conditions for Washington: streamflow. Retrieved from: http://waterdata.usgs.gov/WA/nwis/current/?type=flow
Washington State Dept. of Ecology Spill Prevention, Preparedness and Response Program. (2016). Spills maps: oil trains. Unit oil trains moving through Washington. Retrieved from: https://fortress.wa.gov/ecy/coastalatlas/storymaps/spills/spills_sm.html
Washington State Dept. of Ecology, Spill Prevention, Preparedness and Response Program. (2015, March 1). Washington State 2014 marine and rail oil transportation study (Publication Number: 15-08-010). Retrieved from: https://fortress.wa.gov/ecy/publications/publications/1508010.pdf
Washington State Dept. of Ecology, Water Resources Program. (2014, May 1). Focus on water availability: Lower Skagit watershed, WRIA 3. (Publication Number: 11-11-008). Retrieved from: https://fortress.wa.gov/ecy/publications/documents/1111008.pdf
Western Region Climate Center. (2016). Monthly climate summaries for Washington. Retrieved from: http://www.wrcc.dri.edu/summary/Climsmwa.html
Western Region Climate Center. (2006). Average wind speed - MPH (Burlington-Mt Vernon AP (KBVS)). Retrieved from: http://www.wrcc.dri.edu/climatedata/climtables/westwind
Wilma, D. (2003, March 3). Upper Skagit River Hydroelectric Project. Retrieved from: http://www.historylink.org/index.cfm?DisplayPage=output.cfm&file_id=5347
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Spill Response Options and Considerations
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Note 1: Collection for Skimming Operations response options should include use of enhanced skimming using a U-boom, V – boom, or J – boom configuration in waters large enough for boats to maneuver (e.g., lake, large river).
Note 2: Vessel Based Skimming Operations response options should include use of advancing skimmers: weir, belt, brush, drum, or other skimmer types.
Note 3: Shore Based Skimming Operations response options should include use of fixed skimmers: weir, belt, brush, drum, or other skimmer types.
Note 4: Shoreline Protection should include the deployment of response strategies (boom) to divert and collect oil off of the water before shoreline areas are impacted, or deflect and exclude oil away from shoreline areas. These strategies include those published in this document (GRP response strategies), those provided in other plans (e.g., facility contingency plans), and “ad-hoc” strategies developed during the spill itself. A culvert block or underflow dam might be installed to aid in the recovery of spilled oil in small streams or those with intermittent flow.
Note 5: Shoreside Cleanup options depend on safe and efficient access to locations and the type of river, creek, or stream bank present. Potential activities could include flooding, flushing, manual removal, vacuum, mechanical removal, sorbents, vegetation cutting, mechanical tilling/aeration, and/or sediment reworking/surf washing.
Note 6: More information available in Chapter 6. Response and cleanup in these areas may require coordination with Federal or State Fish and Wildlife staff to reduce disturbances to upland species.
Note 7: This sheet doesn’t represent all locations where Tribes and Tribal Nations have lands or areas of specific interest (including lands established by treaty or rights to Usual and Accustom areas). Early coordination with tribal governments is highly recommended during a response, regardless of the spill location or potential impact areas.
Note 8: These areas are not pre-approved for the use of in-situ burning. Refer to the Northwest Area Contingency Plan for the dispersant Policy.
Note 9: These areas are not pre- approved for the use of dispersants. Refer to the Northwest Area Contingency Plan for the dispersant policy.
Figure 3-1: Response Options and Considerations Area
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Before you print this document
This chapter and its appendices, as well as the appendix at the end of Chapter 6, are provided in “landscape” page orientation. The detailed 2-page information sheets for response strategies, notification strategies, staging areas, and boat launch locations in appendices 4A though 4D (pages 63-154) have been designed for duplex printing (front and back side of paper), “open to top” configuration.
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4.1 CHAPTER INTRODUCTION
This chapter provides information on GRP response strategies and the order they should be implemented, based on Potential Oil Spill Origin Points (POSOPs) and the proximity and relative priority of sensitive resources near those point locations. Area maps, sector maps, and information on staging areas and boat launch locations are also provided in this chapter. During a spill incident, GRP response strategies should be implemented as soon as possible. Unless circumstances unique to a particular spill situation dictate otherwise, the priority tables in Section 4.3 should be used to decide the order that GRP strategies are deployed. The downstream movement of oil and the time it takes to mobilize response resources to deploy GRP strategies must always be considered when setting implementation priorities. Information on resources at risk, sensitive areas, and flight restrictions can be found in Chapter 6 of this plan. Information on shoreline countermeasures can be found in the Northwest Area Shoreline Countermeasures Manual (NWACP Section 9420). The Northwest Area Contingency Plan (NWACP) is available online at http://www.rrt10nwac.com/NWACP/Default.aspx.
The GRP strategies provided in this chapter have been created to reduce spilled oil’s impact on sensitive resources. They are not everything that should or could be done during a response to lessen the chance of injury to natural, cultural, and economic resources at risk from oil spills. Control and containment of an oil spill is always a higher priority than the implementation of GRP response strategies. Although designed to be implemented during the initial phase of an oil spill, GRP strategies may continue to be used throughout a response at the discretion of the Incident Commander, Unified Command, or the Environmental Unit.
4.1.1 On-site Considerations
Before Deploying a GRP Strategy (Questions to Ask)
• Are conditions safe? Response managers and responders must first determine if efforts to implement a response strategy wouldpose an undue risk to worker safety or the public, based on conditions present during the time of the emergency. No strategyshould be implemented if doing so would threaten public safety or present an unreasonable risk to the safety of responders.
• Has initial control and containment been sufficiently achieved? Control and containment of the spill at or near the source arealways higher priorities than the deployment of GRP response strategies, especially when concurrent response activities are notpossible.
• How far downstream or out into the river environment is the spilled oil likely to travel before response personnel will be readyand able to deploy GRP response strategies?
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• Are permits required? Consult the Northwest Area Contingency Plan Permit Summary Table (NWACP Section 9401) forinformation specific to your location and circumstance.
• Will equipment or vehicles need to be staged on or near a roadway? If so, traffic control may be required. Contact the WashingtonState Patrol, or local, county, municipality, or tribal police for assistance. At minimum, Washington Department of Transportation(WSDOT) guidelines for work zone traffic control should be followed when working on or near a roadway.
o Skagit County Sheriff (360) 416-1911
o Snohomish County Sheriff (425) 407-3999
o State Patrol - District 7 (360) 654-1204
During Strategy Implementation (Things to Remember)
• On-scene conditions (weather, currents, tides, waves, river speed, and debris) may require that strategies be modified in order tobe effective. There is a significant chance that weather and conditions experienced at a particular strategy location during anactual spill event will be different from that when data was gathered during field visits. Response managers and responders mustremain flexible and modify the strategies provided in this chapter as needed to meet the challenges experienced during an actualresponse.
• Certain strategies may call for access points or staging areas that are not easily reached at all times of the year or in all conditions.
• The GRP response strategies provided in this chapter were designed for use with persistent heavy oils that float on water and maynot be suitable for other petroleum products or hazardous substances. For information about non-floating oil spill response, referto the Non-Floating Oil Spill Response Tool in the Northwest Area Contingency Plan (NWACP), Section 9412.
After Strategy Implementation (Things to Understand)
• Oil containment boom should be maintained and periodically monitored to ensure its effectiveness. Changes in river or currentspeed will likely require modifications to boom deflection angles (see Table 4.1). Depending on conditions, some boomingstrategies may require around-the-clock tending.
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Water Speed and Boom Deflection Angle
Measure the speed that water is moving by anchoring a line with two floating markers/buoys attached that are spaced 100 feet apart. Time the movement of floating debris between the two buoys, and then use Table 4-1 to estimate the water speed based on the travel time of the debris between the two buoys. You can also measure 100 feet along a straight portion of riverbank or shoreline, and time the movement of debris between those points, but this method is generally less accurate than using the buoys. The maximum boom deflection angle is also provided in the table, based on the water speed measurements.
Table 4-1: Water Speed Drift Measurement Table Time to Drift
100 Feet (seconds)
Velocity (ft/sec)
Velocity (m/sec)
Velocity (knots)
Max Boom Deflection Angle
(degrees)
Boom required for 100-foot Profile to Current
(feet)
Anchors needed if Placed Every 50 feet
(number)
6 16.7 5.1 10.00 4.0 1,429 30
8 12.5 3.8 7.50 5.4 1,071 22
10 10.0 3.1 6.00 6.7 857 18
12 8.3 2.5 5.00 8.0 714 15
14 7.1 2.2 4.29 9.4 612 13
17 5.9 1.8 3.53 11.4 504 11
20 5.0 1.5 3.00 13.5 429 10
24 4.2 1.3 2.50 16.3 357 8
30 3.3 1.0 2.00 20.5 286 7
40 2.5 0.8 1.50 27.8 214 5
60 1.7 0.5 1.00 44.4 143 4
>86 ≤1.2 ≤0.35 ≤0.70 90.0 100 3 Source: Oil Spill Response in Fast Currents. A Field Guide. U.S. Coast Guard Research and Development Center. October 2001
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4.1.2 Historical River Flow Ranges
Streamflow data from U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) was used to determine the mean monthly discharge for rivers and streams in the planning area. Stream discharge is recorded in cubic feet per second (cfs); velocities in miles per hour (mph) or nautical miles per hour (knots) are not available. Table 4.1 provides information that can be used to calculate local river velocities on-site, based on the time it takes a floating object to drift 100 feet downstream from any given point in a river or creek. Additional information for USGS gage stations in the planning area are provided below (hyperlinked column headers), and may include real-time or near real-time streamflow data. The USGS National Water System Mapper is useful for locating gage stations of interest, and is available online at http://maps.waterdata.usgs.gov/mapper/index.html.
Table 4-2: Historical River Streamflow Ranges
Monthly average flow in Cubic Feet per Second (cfs)
Skagit River near Mount Vernon USGS 12200500
(data from 1940 to 2016)
Fisher Creek near Conway USGS 12200701
(data from 2006 to 2008)
Jan 18,000 15
Feb 16,500 12
Mar 14,400 15
Apr 15,000 11
May 20,300 6.1
Jun 24,300 4.5
Jul 20,100 0.67
Aug 11,600 0.67
Sep 9,390 0.55
Oct 12,400 1.1
Nov 18,900 5.9
Dec 18,400 13
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Figure 4-1: Mean Monthly Outflow for the Skagit River and Fisher Creek
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4.2 AREA OVERVIEW MAPS
The following maps provide a geographic overview of the lower Skagit River area. Sector maps in Section 4.4 of this chapter provide more detail on the location of response strategies, notification strategies, staging areas, boat launch locations, and Potential Oil Spill Origin Points (POSOPs). Detailed information for each location can be found in the matrices of Section 4.5 or in the chapter appendices. Priority tables for potential oil spill origin points can be found in Section 4.3.2.
The following area maps are provided for reference:
• Response Strategy Locations
• Notification Strategy Locations
• Staging Areas
• Boat Launch Locations
• Potential Oil Spill Origin Points
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AM1
Figure 4-2: Response Strategy Locations
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AM2
Figure 4-3: Notification Strategy Locations
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AM3
Figure 4-4: Staging Area Locations
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AM4
Figure 4-5: Boat Launch Locations
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AM5
Figure 4-6: Potential Oil Spill Locations
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4.3 STRATEGY AND RESPONSE PRIORITIES
4.3.1 General Response Priorities
The following list provides the order of response priorities after an oil spill occurs in the planning area.
• Safety is always the number one priority. Do not implement GRP strategies or take actions that will unduly jeopardize public,worker, or personal safety.
• Notify local public health and safety personnel.
• Control and contain the source of the spill; mobilize resources to the spill location. Source control and containment are always ahigher priority than the implementation of GRP strategies.
• Determine the priority or order GRP strategies should be implemented based on the location of the spill or affected area.Priorities based on POSOPs are included in this chapter and should be used unless the situation or circumstances dictateotherwise (see Section 4.3.2).
• As response resources become available, implement the GRP Strategies in order of priority or as necessary based on the scenario,trajectory, or conditions of the day.
• Permits may be required. Consult the Northwest Area Contingency Plan Permit Summary Table (NWACP Section 9401) forinformation.
4.3.2 Strategy Priorities based on Potential Oil Spill Origin Points
Potential Oil Spill Origin Points (POSOPs) are geographic locations that have a defined list of response strategy implementation priorities provided in a table within Section 4.3. The placement of each POSOP is often based on spill risks in the area. Occasionally POSOPs are generalized to ensure implementation priorities are developed throughout an entire planning area.
These points are displayed on area overview and sector maps as red boxes. In establishing priorities during a response, or selecting an appropriate POSOP, the downstream and/or tidal movement of spilled oil and the time it takes to mobilize and deploy response resources must be considered. Generally, on streams, creeks, and rivers, GRP strategies should first be implemented downstream, well beyond the
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furthest extent of the spill, with deployments continuing upstream towards the spill source and in some cases slightly beyond. POSOPs are alphabetically designated.
The following tables provide the strategy implementation order for Potential Oil Spill Origin Points in the Lower Skagit River GRP; points LSKAR-A through LSKAR-E. The priority tables provided in this section were developed using a combination of variables, including: notification time, travel time for responders and equipment, average and seasonal flow rates, average winds, deployment time, proximity to the spill source, trustee input, the relative priority of the resources at risk, and other considerations.
Source control and containment are a higher priority than GRP strategy implementation
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Table 4-3: LSKAR-A (Skiyou Island SKAR-24.8)
LSKAR-A (Skiyou Island ~SKAR-24.8)
Implementation Priority
Strategy Number
Sector Map
Strategy Matrix
Strategy Details
1 SKAR-24.5 47 56 107
2 SKAR-23.7 47 55 105
3 SKAR-18.1 47 55 103
4 SKAR-16.7 47 55 101
5 SKAR-16.6 47 54 99
6 SKAR-13.6 47 54 97
7 SKAR-11.9 47 54 95
8 SKAR-9.0 47 53 93
9 SFSKAR-6.5 48 53 91
10 NFSKAR-5.7 48 51 79
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Table 4-4: LSKAR-B (Brickyard Creek ~BRKC-3.1/SKAR-20.6)
LSKAR-B (Brickyard Creek ~BRKC-3.1/SKAR-20.6)
Implementation Priority
Strategy Number
Sector Map
Strategy Matrix
Strategy Details
1 BRKC-0.1 47 50 67
2 SKAR-18.1 47 55 103
3 SKAR-16.7 47 55 101
4 SKAR-16.6 47 54 99
5 SKAR-13.6 47 54 97
6 SKAR-11.9 47 54 95
8 SKAR-9.0 47 53 93
9 SFSKAR-6.5 48 53 91
10 NFSKAR-5.7 48 51 79
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Table 4-5: LSKAR-C (BNSF Rail Bridge ~SKAR-16.2)
LSKAR-C (BNSF Rail Bridge ~SKAR-16.2)
Implementation Priority
Strategy Number
Sector Map
Strategy Matrix
Strategy Details
1 SKAR-13.6 47 54 97
2 SKAR-11.9 47 54 95
3 SKAR-9.0 47 53 93
4 SFSKAR-6.5 48 53 91
5 NFSKAR-5.7 48 51 79
6 SFSKAR-5.7 48 53 89
7 SFSKAR-4.5 48 52 87
8 SFSKAR-4.4 48 52 85
9 SFSKAR-4.3 48 52 83
10 SFSKAR-4.1 48 52 81
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Table 4-6: LSKAR-D (W Division St Bridge ~SKAR-11.4)
LSKAR-D (W Division St Bridge ~SKAR-11.4)
Implementation Priority
Strategy Number
Sector Map
Strategy Matrix
Strategy Details
1 NFSKAR-5.7 48 51 79
2 SFSKAR-5.7 48 53 89
3 SFSKAR-4.5 48 52 87
4 SFSKAR-4.4 48 52 85
5 SFSKAR-4.3 48 52 83
6 SFSKAR-4.1 48 52 81
7 FWS-1.8 48 51 73
8 SFSKAR-6.5 48 53 91
9 SKAR-9.0 47 53 93
10 TMRS-0.9 48 56 111
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Table 4-7: LSKAR-E (Big Fisher Creek at 324th St NW ~BFSHC-4.6)
LSKAR- E (Big Fisher Creek at 324th St NW ~BFSHC-4.6)
Implementation Priority
Strategy Number
Sector Map
Strategy Matrix
Strategy Details
1 BFSHC-1.1 48 50 65
2 FSHRS-0.2 48 51 71
3 TMRS-0.9 48 56 111
4 TMRS-0.7 48 56 109
5 NC-14 N/A N/A 77
6 NC-13 N/A N/A 75
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4.4 SECTOR MAPS (STRATEGY LOCATIONS)
SM1
Figure 4-7: Sector Map LSKAR-1
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SM2
Figure 4-8: Sector Map LSKAR-2
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4.5 MATRICES
4.5.1 Naming Conventions (Short Names)
Each strategy, staging area, and boat launch location in this document has been given a unique “Short Name” which includes one to six letters denoting the associated waterbody. Following the letters are numbers that specify the location. On rivers or other linear waterbodies, the location is named by river mile: the distance from the mouth of the river or creek upstream to the site location. Some short names indicate whether the site is located on river right, river left, or mid-river by an “R”, “L” or “M” after the river mile. On lakes, the numbers indicate the location by shoreline mile, typically starting at the northernmost point and increasing clockwise around the lake. In marine areas, the numbers do not have a geographic meaning. Notification strategies are indicated by an “-N” at the end of the name. Staging Areas and Boat Launches are indicated by the prefix “SA” or “BL”.
Associated waterbody short name designations used within the Lower Skagit River GRP include:
BFSHC = Big Fisher Creek
BRKC = Brickyard Creek
DRYS = Dry Slough
FSHRS = Fisher Slough
FWS = Freshwater Slough
GGS = Gages Slough
NFSKAR = North Fork Skagit River
SFSKAR = South Fork Skagit River
SKAR = Skagit River
TMRS = Tom Moore Slough
BL-SKAR-23.7
Boat Launch
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Strategy Name Location
Strategy Type
Boom Length
Boat Req? Staging Area
Resources At Risk Comments
Sector Map
(Page #)
Strategy Details (Page#)
BFSHC-1.1 Big Fisher Creek at Franklin Rd 48.31944 -122.32983
Collection Boom 200ft, Sorbent 200ft
No Onsite Stage on front yards/driveways alongside creek.
Habitat Restoration Site/Project, Salmon - Chinook, Waterfowl
Shallow riffles and 3ft pool at creek. Upstream side of bridge has steeper banks and blackberry; downstream has easy clear slope on south bank downstream. Big Fisher Creek drains into Fisher Slough, then Tom Moore Slough.
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BRKC-0.1 Brickyard Creek at Pebble Lane (Hart Isl.) 48.49693 -122.26907
Collection Boom 100ft, Sorbent 100ft
No Onsite Stage on Pebble Lane, private dead-end road N of site.
Emergent Wetlands, Riparian Habitat, Salmon, Slough and Marsh Habitat
Follow WSDOT work zone traffic control guidelines when working on or near roadway. Large culvert in steep gully between dead-end road and Hwy 20. Creek drains to Hart Island oxbow/wetland. May need waders or plywood sheets to access west bank.
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DRYS-4.1 Dry Slough at Moore Rd 48.37032 -122.38081
Collection Boom 100ft, Sorbent 100ft
No Onsite Stage onsite using dirt tractor paths on either side of slough. Lane closure may be required.
Estuary Resources, Salmon, Wildlife Refuge
Follow WSDOT work zone traffic control guidelines when working on or near roadway. Usually slow or no flow. Dirt road/path along creek north of Moore Rd. Downstream of road has heavy vegetation blocking access.
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Strategy Name Location
Strategy Type
Boom Length
Boat Req? Staging Area
Resources At Risk Comments
Sector Map
(Page #)
Strategy Details (Page#)
FSHRS-0.2 Fisher Creek at SR 530 (BP SR 530/Site #1) 48.32379 -122.34337
Collection Boom 400ft, Sorbent 200ft
No Onsite Stage onsite, using access road and grassy area north of site.
Estuary Resources, Salmon, Sensitive Resources Nearby, Waterfowl
Floodgate float/arms close above 7.5' deep in winter, 9.5' spring. Open all summer. Also 2 submerged flapgates, in summer 1 is held open for fish. Inverted siphon for Big Ditch under Slough = 2 pipes, each has screw gate to adjust flow of Big Ditch, but can't close it.
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FWS-1.8 Skagit Wildlife Boat Launch 48.32415 -122.37332
Collection Boom 1100ft
Yes Onsite Stage onsite at WDFW boat launch. Large gravel lot.
Forage Fish Spawning Area, Marine Mammals, Raptors, Salmon, Waterfowl and Shorebird Concentrations
At public boat launch with long side inlet, in rough water may want to use launch inlet for collection. Tidal slough will reverse flow on incoming tide.
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NFSKAR-5.7 North Fork Skagit at Moore Rd 48.36982 -122.39462
Collection Boom 500ft
Yes Remote Stage at SA-NFSKAR-3.2, 2.5 mi downstream.
Forage Fish Spawning Area, Marine Mammals, Salmon, Waterfowl and Shorebird Concentrations
Steep rip-rap between levee access road and water. Partial shelf midway on slope may be more accessible in high water. Park vac truck on levee road, may need booster pump & extra hose. Diking District 22, contact Partnership manager for permissions.
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Strategy Name Location
Strategy Type
Boom Length
Boat Req? Staging Area
Resources At Risk Comments
Sector Map
(Page #)
Strategy Details (Page#)
SFSKAR-4.1 Freshwater Slough Exclusion 48.33817 -122.34901
Exclusion Boom 1000ft
Yes Remote Stage at Conway Park (SA-SFSKAR-4.3).
Raptors, Salmon, Sensitive Resources, Wetland Habitat
Log jam changes frequently. Slough's tidal influence may push boom into South Fork on flood tides.
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SFSKAR-4.3 Conway Park downstream deflection 48.34090 -122.35053
Deflection Boom 400ft
Yes Onsite Stage at Conway Park (SA-SFSKAR-4.3).
Sensitive Resources
Sandy beach at boat launch; area has sandbars that may be hidden in high water.
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SFSKAR-4.4 Conway Park Collection 48.34170 -122.35133
Collection Boom 400ft
Yes Onsite Stage onsite at Conway Park (SA-SFSKAR-4.3).
Marine Mammals, Raptors, Salmonids, Sensitive Resources, Waterfowl and Shorebird Concentrations
Large boat launch can be deep mud after rain. Sandy beach area at launch edge.
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SFSKAR-4.5 Conway Bridge Diversion 48.34273 -122.35275
Diversion Boom 500ft
Yes Remote Stage at Conway Park (SA-SFSKAR-4.3).
Sensitive Resources
Levee is clear just above bridge, trees start about 150ft north. Tidal influence may push boom/oil upstream. Levee property owned by Diking District 22, contact Partnership manager for permissions.
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Strategy Name Location
Strategy Type
Boom Length
Boat Req? Staging Area
Resources At Risk Comments
Sector Map
(Page #)
Strategy Details (Page#)
SFSKAR-5.7 South Fork Skagit at Skagit City levee access 48.35874 -122.35851
Collection Boom 1100ft
Yes Remote Stage at Conway Park (SA-SFSKAR-4.3).
Marine Mammals, Salmonids, Sensitive Resources, Waterfowl and Shorebird Concentrations
Hand launch potential from beach onsite. East bank across from site has shallow water, in low water will be exposed sandbar. Collection point for logs and debris. Levee property owned by Diking District 22, contact Partnership manager for permissions.
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SFSKAR-6.5 South Fork Skagit River at Stackpole and Dike Rd 48.37106 -122.35902
Collection Boom 1000ft
Yes Remote Stage at Spudhouse Boat Launch SA-SKAR-8.7.
Marine Mammals, Raptors, Salmon, Sensitive Resources, Waterfowl and Shorebird Concentrations
Potential hand launch onsite. May need 200ft hose to reach vac truck. Path leads west from gate entrance. Large grassy area between road and water. Levee property owned by Diking District 3, contact Partnership manager for permissions.
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SKAR-9.0 Spudhouse Collection 48.40018 -122.36555
Collection Boom 500ft
Yes Remote Stage at SA-SKAR-8.7, Spudhouse Boat Launch, on the same road 1/4 mile downstream.
Forage Fish Spawning Area, Marine Mammals, Raptors, Salmon (Coho, Chinook and Chum), Steelhead, Waterfowl and Shorebird Concentrations
Concrete ecology blocks may have to be moved, or just park truck at end of road. Potato plant workers park on access road so parking may be blocked. Property of Dike District 1, contact Partnership manager for permissions.
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Strategy Name Location
Strategy Type
Boom Length
Boat Req? Staging Area
Resources At Risk Comments
Sector Map
(Page #)
Strategy Details (Page#)
SKAR-11.9 Skagit River at Lions Park 48.42803 -122.34158
Collection Boom 300ft
Yes Remote Stage at SA-SKAR-11.1. Edgewater Park, 0.8 mi downstream.
Public Recreation Site/Area, Salmon, Waterfowl and Shorebird Concentrations
Cut lock at bollards to access strategy location from parking lot at Lion's Park. Vegetation/rip-rap and short steep bank. Rock outcropping may be submerged in high water. Property of Diking District 17, call Partnership Manager for contact info.
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SKAR-13.6 Anacortes Water Intake exclusion 48.43769 -122.37460
Exclusion Boom 300ft, Sorbent 300ft
Yes Remote Stage at Edgewater Park SA-SKAR-11.1.
Public Health and Safety, Water Intakes
Steep rip-rap bank on either side of intake. Large logs and debris in water. Additional staging area on land at intake, off Avon Allen Rd/Memorial Highway.
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SKAR-16.6 Skagit River Rail Bridge Upstream Deflection 48.44862 -122.31981
Deflection Boom 600ft
Yes Remote Stage at SA-SKAR-18.1 (1.5 mi upstream).
Sensitive Resources
River is extremely turbulent downstream of BNSF bridge, with powerful eddies and a hole/underwater fall 35' below riverbed. Structure cabled to bridge downstream along south bank. Sandbars along NW bank. Dike District 20, Partnership manager has contact.
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Strategy Name Location
Strategy Type
Boom Length
Boat Req? Staging Area
Resources At Risk Comments
Sector Map
(Page #)
Strategy Details (Page#)
SKAR-16.7 E Whitmarsh Rd Collection 48.44987 -122.32131
Collection Boom 500ft
Yes Remote Stage at Tjeerdsma Boat Launch (SA-SKAR-18.1).
Public Recreation Site/Area, Salmon, Sensitive Resources, Water Intakes
Site is at southern edge of Skagit River Park. Gravel road on top of levee for vac truck access. 10ft steep slope to water's edge with larger rocks at edge. Property of Diking District 12, call Partnership Manager for contact info.
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SKAR-18.1 Tjeerdsma Boat Launch Collection 48.46755 -122.30848
Collection Boom 1000ft
Yes Onsite Stage onsite at boat launch and parking area.
Public Recreation Site/Area, Raptors, Salmon (Coho, Chinook and Chum), Sensitive Resources
Eddy and natural collection on river right downstream of boat launch. Large parking area turns to mud in rainy season. May be blocked by concrete, contact Burlington Parks for permission to move via winch for vac truck access. Otherwise need 300ft extra hose.
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SKAR-23.7 Sedro-Woolley Riverfront Park Ramp 48.48950 -122.21972
Collection Boom 500ft
Yes Onsite Stage onsite at SA-SKAR-23.7 Riverfront Park.
Public Recreation Site/Area, Raptors, Riparian Habitat, Salmon, Waterfowl (Wintering)
Eroding banks. Natural collection point upstream of boat launch so may be large trees or other debris blocking access. Swift water. May need bolt cutters to access site after dark.
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Strategy Name Location
Strategy Type
Boom Length
Boat Req? Staging Area
Resources At Risk Comments
Sector Map
(Page #)
Strategy Details (Page#)
SKAR-24.5 Skagit PUD Water Intake 48.48870 -122.19962
Exclusion Boom 400ft, Sorbent 400ft
Yes Remote Stage at SA-SKAR-23.7, <1 mile downstream.
Public Health and Safety, Water Intakes
AIR BURST SYSTEM **Call 911 or PUD to stop air bursts before anchoring.** CAUTION: Floating discharge pipe may be partially or fully submerged at downstream end of building. Large rip-rap onshore near discharge pipe; no land access upstream of intake.
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TMRS-0.7 Tom Moore Slough at Milltown Rd 48.30865 -122.34960
Collection Boom 800ft
Yes Stage onsite at gravel boat launch.
Forage Fish Spawning Area, Marine Mammals, Raptors, Salmonids, Waterfowl and Shorebird Concentrations
Call BNSF 800-832-5452 to alert of heavy equipment at unsignaled crossing between mile 60/61 on Bellingham sub. Public water access site (can use as boat ramp) on private land with County easement.
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TMRS-0.9 Tom Moore Slough Upstream 48.31265 -122.34867
Collection Boom 600ft Boom Length
Yes Onsite Stage onsite. Use Milltown Boat Launch (BL-TMRS-0.7), 0.2mi downstream.
Forage Fish Spawning Area, Marine Mammals, Raptors, Salmonids, Waterfowl and Shorebird Concentrations
Call BNSF 800-832-5452 to alert of heavy equipment at unsignaled crossing between mile 60/61 on Bellingham sub. WDFW public access site. Large potholes in road. May be debris/dumping at collection point.
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4.5.3 Notification Strategy Matrices
Notification Strategy Location
Strategy Type
Resources at Risk Implementation Comments
Sector Map
(Page #)
Strategy Details (Page#)
GGS-0.3-N Gages Slough Pump Station 48.45031 -122.35689
Notification Sensitive Resources, Water Intakes
Call City of Burlington Sewer Department's 24/7 answering service at 360-848-3510 and request a callback from their on-call/duty person; inform the answering service operator that this is concerning an oil spill that might impact the city's pump station on Gages Slough. During call-back, inform duty person of spill situation, so the city can then take whatever action(s) they deem necessary to protect the resources under their control, including the pump station on Gages Slough.
Contact City of Burlington so they can take action to protect their pumping station between Gages Slough and Skagit River.
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SKAR-13.6-N Anacortes Water Intake Mt Vernon 48.43769 -122.37480
Notification Economic Resource, Public Health and Safety, Water Intakes
Call City of Anacortes Water Treatment Plant at 360-428-1598 and inform them of any significant oil spill or potential spill that impacts or threatens to impact the drinking water intake on the Skagit River in Mt Vernon.
Notify City of Anacortes so they can take action to protect their drinking water intakes
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SKAR-24.5-N Skagit PUD Drinking Water Intake 48.48832 -122.20001
Notification Economic Resource, Public Health and Safety, Water Intakes
Call Skagit PUD #1 at (360) 424-7104 and inform them of any significant oil spill or potential spill that impacts or threatens to impact the drinking water intake on the Skagit River.so they can take action to protect the resources under their control, including the protection of their drinking water intakes near location.
Notify Skagit County PUD so they can take action to protect their drinking water intakes
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4.5.4 Staging Area Matrices
Staging Area Location Position Nearest Address Contact Strategies
Served Comments
Sector Map
(Page #)
Strategy Details (Page#)
SA-SFSKAR-4.3 Conway Park
48.34163 -122.35022
20800 Dike Road Mount Vernon, WA 98273
Skagit County Parks and Recreation Department Weekday Office 1730 Continental Place Mt Vernon, WA 98273 360-416-1350
SFSKAR-4.1, SFSKAR-4.5, NFSKAR-5.7
Coordinate use of staging area with Skagit County Parks and Recreation Department; call 360-416-1350; if after-hours leave message.
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SA-SKAR-8.7 Spudhouse Boat Launch
48.39509 -122.36535
17670 Calhoun Rd Mount Vernon, WA 98273
Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife Region 4 16018 Mill Creek Blvd Mill Creek, WA 98012 425-775-1311
SFSKAR-6.5, SKAR-9.0
Coordinate use of staging area with Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife Region 4; call 425-775-1311; if after-hours leave message. May need to move parked trucks/cars at entrance for large equipment.
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SA-SKAR-11.1 Edgewater Park
48.41813 -122.34208
216 S Ball St Mount Vernon, WA 98273
Mount Vernon Parks & Recreation Department Property Owner 360-336-6215
Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife Region 4 425-775-1311
SKAR-11.9, SKAR-13.6
Coordinate use of staging area with Mount Vernon Parks & Recreation Department; call 360-336-6215; if after-hours leave message.
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Staging Area Location Position Nearest Address Contact Strategies
Served Comments
Sector Map
(Page #)
Strategy Details (Page#)
SA-SKAR-18.1 Burlington Tjeerdsma Boat Launch
48.46805 -122.30819
851 S Gardner Road Burlington, WA 98233
City of Burlington Parks & Rec Land owner Burlington, WA 98233 360-755-9649
SKAR-16.6, SKAR-16.7
Coordinate use of staging area with City of Burlington Parks & Recreation Department; call 360-755-9649; if after-hours leave message. Gates locked overnight or if river level is 19ft or higher. Additional flat dirt lot is only accessible if concrete blocks are moved using power winch.
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SA-SKAR-23.7 Sedro-Wooley Riverfront Park
48.48995 -122.22102
1001 River Road Sedro-Wooley, WA 98284
Sedro-Wooley Parks and Recreation Property Owner 360-855-1661
Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife Region 4 425-775-1311
SKAR-24.5 Coordinate use of staging area with Sedro-Woolley Parks & Recreation: call 360-855-1661; if after-hours leave message.
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4.5.5 Boat Launch Matrices
Boat Launch Name Position Nearest Address Contact
Strategies Served Comments
Sector Map
(Page #)
Strategy Details (Page#)
BL-FWS-1.8 WDFW Skagit Wildlife Area Launch
48.32480 -122.37397
21961 Wylie Road Mount Vernon, WA 98273
Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife Region 4 16018 Mill Creek Boulevard Mill Creek, WA 98012-1296 425-775-1311
FWS-1.8 Coordinate use of boat launch with Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife Skagit Wildlife Area Manager; call 360-445-4441; or contact Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife Region 4; call 425-775-1311; if after-hours leave message.
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BL-SFSKAR-4.3 Conway Park 48.34163 -122.35022
20800 Dike Road Mount Vernon, WA 98273
Skagit County Parks and Recreation Department Weekday Office 1730 Continental Place Mt Vernon, WA 98273 360-416-1350
SFSKAR-4.1, SFSKAR-4.3, SFSKAR-4.5
Coordinate use of boat ramp with Skagit County Parks and Recreation Department; call 360-416-1350; if after-hours leave message.
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BL-SKAR-8.7 Spudhouse Boat Launch
48.39509 -122.36535
17670 Calhoun Rd Mount Vernon, WA 98273
Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife Region 4 16018 Mill Creek Boulevard Mill Creek, WA 98012-1296 425-775-1311
SFSKAR-5.7, SFSKAR-6.5, SKAR-9.0
Coordinate use of boat launch with Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife Region 4; call 425-775-1311; if after-hours leave message. Deep mud accumulation during rainy season. May need to move parked trucks/cars at entrance for large equipment.
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Boat Launch Name Position Nearest Address Contact
Strategies Served Comments
Sector Map
(Page #)
Strategy Details (Page#)
BL-SKAR-11.1 Edgewater Park
48.41813 -122.34208
216 S Ball St Mount Vernon, WA 98273
Mount Vernon Parks & Recreation Department 360-336-6215
Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife 425-775-1311
SKAR-10.2, SKAR-13.6
Coordinate use of boat launch with Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife Region 4; call 425-775-1311; if after-hours leave message. Deep mud accumulation during rainy season.
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BL-SKAR-18.1 Burlington Tjeerdsma Boat Launch
48.46805 -122.30819
851 S Gardner Road Burlington, WA 98233
City of Burlington Parks & Rec Land owner Burlington, WA 98233 360-755-9649
SKAR-16.6 SKAR-18.1
Coordinate use of boat launch with City of Burlington Parks & Recreation Department; call 360-755-9649; if after-hours leave message. Gates locked overnight or if river level is 19ft or higher.
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BL-SKAR-23.7 Sedro-Wooley Riverfront Park
48.48995 -122.22102
1001 River Road Sedro-Wooley, WA 98284
Sedro-Wooley Parks and Recreation 360-855-1661
Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife 425-775-1311
SKAR-23.7, SKAR-24.5
Coordinate use of boat launch with Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife Region 4; call 425-775-1311; if after-hours leave message.
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Boat Launch Name Position Nearest Address Contact
Strategies Served Comments
Sector Map
(Page #)
Strategy Details (Page#)
BL-TMRS-0.7 Milltown Crossing Access site - Tom Moore Slough
48.30858 -122.34923
18429 Milltown Road Mount Vernon, WA 98273
BNSF Railroad 800-832-5452
Skagit County Emergency Management 360-416-1850
TMRS-0.7, TMRS-0.9
Coordinate use of boat launch with Skagit County Emergency Management; call 360-416-1850; if after-hours leave message. To notify BNSF of vehicles and large equipment located near unsignaled rail crossing, call BNSF Emergency Line 800-832-5452. Launch is on private property, but Skagit County has recreation easement.
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APPENDIX 4A
Response Strategy 2-Pagers
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RESPONSE STRATEGIES LIST
BFSHC-1.1 BRKC-0.1 DRYS-4.1 FSHRS-0.2 FWS-1.8
NC-13** NC-14** NFSKAR-5.7 SFSKAR-4.1 SFSKAR-4.3
SFSKAR-4.4 SFSKAR-4.5 SFSKAR-5.7 SFSKAR-6.5 SKAR-9.0
SKAR-11.9 SKAR-13.6 SKAR-16.6 SKAR-16.7 SKAR-18.1
SKAR-23.7 SKAR-24.5 TMRS-0.7 TMRS-0.9
**Strategies from North Central Puget Sound GRP that are included in this Appendix
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1BFSHC-1.1
1BFSHC-1.1
Big Fisher Creek at Franklin Rd BFSHC-1.1
Site Safety: Traffic Hazard; Water Hazard (PFD Required); Slips, Trips, Falls; Heavy Vegetation.
Staging Area: Onsite : Stage on front yards/driveways alongside creek.
Deploy one length of hard boom across creek on upstream/east side of Franklin Road. Deploy additional length of hard boom on downstream side of roadway. Deploy multiple lengths of sorbent boom on upstream side of hard boom and on downstream/west side of roadway. Use shoreside anchoring systems or existing features to secure boom to creek banks. Replace saturated sorbents as needed. If product collecting beyond capacity sorbents can handle, use vac-truck or skimmer/storage for collection.
Shallow riffles and 3ft pool at creek. Upstream side of bridge has steeper banks and blackberry; downstream has easy clear slope on south bank downstream. Big Fisher Creek drains into Fisher Slough, then Tom Moore Slough.
Watercourse: Creek - Big Fisher Creek (seasonal variation is low in summer, high in winter)
Resources at Risk: Habitat Restoration Site/Project, Salmon - Chinook, Waterfowl
Strategy Objective: Collection : Collect oil moving downstream on Big Fisher Creek
Recommended Equipment
Recommended Personnel
Implementation:
Field Notes:
4 Each Anchoring System(s)- Shoreside
200 Feet Boom - B3 (River Boom) or equivalent
200 Feet Boom - Sorbent
100 Feet Line - 1/2" poly line
1 Each Machete(s) - (or other vegetation cutting tool)
1 Each Vac Truck or Skimmer and Storage
2 Laborer
1 Supervisor
Mount Vernon48.31944, -122.32983 48° 19' 10.0", -122° 19' 47.4" 48° 19.166', -122° 19.790' Position - Location:
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Big Fisher Creek at Franklin Rd BFSHC-1.1
BFSHC-1.1 Photo: From Franklin Rd bridge, looking W downstream towards collection point/pool. Taken in early summer at average flow.
Nearest Address
Site Contact
22556 Franklin RdMount Vernon, WA 98273
No InformationNot Determined :
Driving Directions
1. From Everett, head north on I-5 towards Skagit County.2. At exit 210 take ramp on the right and go on 236th St. N.E. (8.3 miles)3. At exit 218 take ramp on the right to Starbird Rd. (0.22 miles)4. Turn left on Starbird Rd (0.14 miles)5. Continue on Milltown Rd (Starbird Rd) (0.59 miles)6. Turn right on Franklin Rd (0.72 miles)7. Finish at 22556 Franklin Rd, 98273, on the left. Striped signs for creek crossing, collection pointon left at driveway next to creek.
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2BRKC-0.1 z 2BRKC-0.1
Brickyard Creek at Pebble Lane (Hart Isl.) BRKC-0.1
Site Safety: Steep Slopes; Water Hazard (PFD Required); Traffic Hazard; Heavy Vegetation; Slips, Trips, Falls.
Staging Area: Onsite : Stage on Pebble Lane, private dead-end road N of site.
Deploy one length of hard boom across creek on upstream/NE side of Holtcamp Road, adjacent to Cascade Highway (Hwy 20). Deploy multiple lengths of sorbent boom on upstream side of hard boom. Use shoreside anchoring systems or existing features to secure boom to creek banks. Replace saturated sorbents as needed. If product collecting beyond capacity sorbents can handle, use vac-truck or skimmer/storage for collection. If time allows, install culvert block or underflow dam at location.
Follow WSDOT work zone traffic control guidelines when working on or near roadway. Large culvert in steep gully between dead-end road and Hwy 20. Creek drains to Hart Island oxbow/wetland. May need waders or plywood sheets to access west bank.
Watercourse: Creek - Brickyard Creek (speed and depth vary seasonally)
Resources at Risk: Emergent Wetlands, Riparian Habitat, Salmon, Slough and Marsh Habitat
Strategy Objective: Collection : Collect oil moving downstream on Brickyard Creek
Recommended Equipment
Recommended Personnel
Implementation:
Field Notes:
2 Each Anchoring System(s)- Shoreside
100 Feet Boom - B3 (River Boom) or equivalent
100 Feet Boom - Sorbent
1 Assort Fill material (sand, earth, gravel, sandbags)
500 Feet Line - 1/2" poly line
1 Each Machete(s) - (or other vegetation cutting tool)
20 Feet Plastic Sheeting
4 Each Plywood sheets (4ft x 8ft)
1 Each Vac Truck or Skimmer and Storage
3 Laborer
1 Supervisor
Sedro-Woolley48.49693, -122.26907 48° 29' 48.9", -122° 16' 8.7" 48° 29.816', -122° 16.144' Position - Location:
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Brickyard Creek at Pebble Lane (Hart Isl.) BRKC-0.1
BRKC-0.1 Photo: From the guardrail along Holtcamp Rd, looking SE down at the upstream side of the culvert under Hwy 20. Taken in average spring water.
Nearest Address
Site Contact
10087 Holtcamp RdSedro-Woolley, WA 98284
No InformationNot Determined :
Driving Directions
1. Head North on I-5 towards Mt Vernon.2. At exit 218 take ramp on the right and go on Starbird Rd. (11.47 miles)3. At exit 230 bear right onto ramp to WA-20 toward Burlington / Anacortes (0.42 miles)4. Follow WA-20E (Make sharp right on W Rio Vista Ave) (0.24 miles)5. Follow WA-20E (Turn left on S Burlington Blvd) (0.43 miles)6. Follow WA-20E (Turn right on Avon Ave) (0.6 miles)7. Follow WA-20E (Bear left on North Cascades Scenic Hwy) (2.77 miles)8. Turn left on Holtcamp Rd (0.01 miles)9. Finish at 10087 Holtcamp Rd, 98284, on the right
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3DRYS-4.1 3DRYS-4.1
Dry Slough at Moore Rd DRYS-4.1
Site Safety: Traffic Hazard; Slips, Trips, Falls; Heavy Vegetation; Farm Equipment.
Staging Area: Onsite : Stage onsite using dirt tractor paths on either side of slough. Lane closure may be required.
Secure 100 ft section of boom upstream of Moore Rd on right bank, near A. Extend boom downstream and across to left bank and secure near roadside, at/near B. Collect oil at B using a vac truck or skimmer/storage. Deploy multiple lengths of sorbent boom across creek on downstream (south side) of Moore Rd.
Follow WSDOT work zone traffic control guidelines when working on or near roadway. Usually slow or no flow. Dirt road/path along creek north of Moore Rd. Downstream of road has heavy vegetation blocking access.
Watercourse: Slough - Dry Slough (tidal influence)
Resources at Risk: Estuary Resources, Salmon, Wildlife Refuge
Strategy Objective: Collection : Collect oil moving downstream on Dry Slough
Recommended Equipment
Recommended Personnel
Implementation:
Field Notes:
2 Each Anchoring System(s)- Shoreside
100 Feet Boom - B2 (Contractor Boom) or equivalent
100 Feet Boom - Sorbent
1 Each Machete(s) - (or other vegetation cutting tool)
1 Each Vac Truck or Skimmer and Storage
2 Laborer
1 Supervisor
Mount Vernon48.37027, -122.38081 48° 22' 13.0", -122° 22' 50.9" 48° 22.216', -122° 22.849' Position - Location:
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Dry Slough at Moore Rd DRYS-4.1
DRYS-4.1 Photo: From Dry Slough creek left at Moore Rd shoulder, looking NW at strategy location. Taken during average spring water at slack tide.
Nearest Address
Site Contact
16900 Moore RdMount Vernon, WA 98273
No InformationPrivate Owner :
Driving Directions
1. Head North on I-5 towards Skagit County.2. At exit 218 take ramp on the right and go on Starbird Rd. (2.5 miles)3. At exit 221 bear right onto ramp to WA-534 E toward Lake McMurray (0.27 miles)4. Turn left on Pioneer Hwy (0.27 miles)5. At roundabout, take the second exit to proceed on Fir Island Rd (2.32 miles)6. Turn right on Dry Slough Rd (2.48 miles)7. Turn left on Moore Rd (Johnson Rd) (0.09 miles)8. Finish at stream crossing near 16900 Moore Rd, 98273
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4FSHRS-0.2 4FSHRS-0.2 Fisher Slough at SR 530 (BP SR 530/Site #1) FSHRS-0.2
Site Safety: Tidal Gates; Water Hazard (PFD Required); Traffic Hazard; Slips, Trips, Falls.
Staging Area: Onsite : Stage onsite, using access road and grassy area north of site.
Disengage floats on tide gate arms to close gates. Secure 200 ft section of boom upstream of Pioneer Highway on left bank, near A. Extend boom across slough using a line, and secure to creek right underneath bridge, at/near B. Collect using vac truck or skimmer/storage at B on creek right. Deploy an additional length of hard boom across Big Ditch on the north side of Fisher Slough. Deploy multiple lengths of sorbent boom on upstream side of hard boom. Similarly, deploy hard boom and sorbent across Big Ditch on south side of Fisher Slough. Replace saturated sorbents as needed.
Floodgate float/arms close above 7.5' deep in winter, 9.5' spring. Open all summer. Also 2 submerged flapgates, in summer 1 is held open for fish. Inverted siphon for Big Ditch under Slough = 2 pipes, each has screw gate to adjust flow of Big Ditch, but can't close it.
Watercourse: Slough - Fisher Slough (Tidal influence. Tide gates and screw traps may affect flow)
Resources at Risk: Estuary Resources, Salmon, Sensitive Resources Nearby, Waterfowl
Strategy Objective: Collection : Collect oil moving downstream on Fisher Slough
Recommended Equipment
Recommended Personnel
Implementation:
Field Notes:
6 Each Anchoring System(s)- Shoreside
400 Feet Boom - B3 (River Boom) or equivalent
200 Feet Boom - Sorbent
300 Feet Line - 1/2" poly line
1 Each Vac Truck or Skimmer and Storage
2 Laborer
1 Supervisor
Mt Vernon48.32379, -122.34337 48° 19' 25.6", -122° 20' 36.1" 48° 19.427', -122° 20.602' Position - Location:
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Fisher Slough at SR 530 (BP SR 530/Site #1) FSHRS-0.2
FSHRS-0.2 Photo: On Fisher Creek (creek right), looking E upstream at strategy location and Point A. Taken with open tide gate, at slack tide, average spring water.
Nearest Address
Site Contact
22331 Pioneer HwyMt Vernon, WA 98273
The Nature ConservancyLand/Property Owner : Seattle Office206-343-4345
Skagit Dike District PartnershipAlternate Contact : Manager - maintains dike district contacts360-708-7670
Driving Directions
1. Head South on I-5 towards Mt Vernon2. At exit 221 take ramp on the right to WA-534 E toward Lake McMurray (0.27 miles)3. Turn right on Pioneer Hwy (0.14 miles)4. At roundabout, take the fourth exit to proceed South on Pioneer Hwy (1.25 miles)5. Turn left just before bridge to gated access road at bridge over irrigation channel. Near 22331 Pioneer Hwy, 98273.
Gate access and dike are managed by Skagit Dike District #3.
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FWS-1.8
5FWS-1.8
FWS-1.8
5FWS-1.8
Skagit Wildlife Boat Launch FWS-1.8
Site Safety: Water Hazard (PFD Required); Slips, Trips, Falls; Heavy Vegetation; Hunting Area.
Staging Area: Onsite : Stage onsite at WDFW boat launch. Large gravel lot.
Using workboat, secure 600ft boom to bank on east side of river (river left) at/near Point A (48.3243, -122.3709). Extend boom downstream ~600ft and across to river right; secure to bank at/near Point B (48.32419, -122.37348). Extend remaining boom downstream ~600ft and across to river left, securing end to bank at/near Point D (48.3231, -122.3738). Use shoreside anchoring systems or existing features to secure boom to banks. Use in-water anchoring systems as needed to keep boom secure in river. Adjust boom angles as needed based on streamflow.
At public boat launch with long side inlet, in rough water may want to use launch inlet for collection. Tidal slough will reverse flow on incoming tide.
Watercourse: Slough - Freshwater Slough (Tidal influence. Tributary of South Fork Skagit River)
Resources at Risk: Forage Fish Spawning Area, Marine Mammals, Raptors, Salmon, Waterfowl and Shorebird Concentrations
Strategy Objective: Collection : Collect oil moving downstream or upstream on Freshwater Slough
Recommended Equipment
Recommended Personnel
Implementation:
Field Notes:
14 Each Anchoring System(s) - (anchor, lines, floats)
4 Each Anchoring System(s)- Shoreside
1100 Feet Boom - B3 (River Boom) or equivalent
1 Each Machete(s) - (or other vegetation cutting tool)
1 Each Vac Truck or Skimmer and Storage
1 Each Workboat(s) - of adequate size for type and amount of boom
1 Boat Operator
4 Laborer
1 Supervisor
Mount Vernon48.32399, -122.37319 48° 19' 26.4", -122° 22' 23.5" 48° 19.439', -122° 22.391' Position - Location:
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Skagit Wildlife Boat Launch FWS-1.8
FWS-1.8 Photo: From river right at Point B on Freshwater Slough, on south edge of boat launch inlet. Looking E upstream towards Point A. Taken in high spring water at slack tide.
Nearest Address
Site Contact
21961 Wylie RdMount Vernon, WA 98273
WDFW Skagit Wildlife AreaPrimary Contact : Area Manager360-445-4441
Washington Department of Fish and WildlifeSecondary Contact : Region 4425-775-1311
Driving Directions
1. Head South on I-5 past Mount Vernon2. At exit 221 take ramp on the right to WA-534 E toward Lake McMurray (0.27 miles)3. Turn right on Pioneer Hwy (0.16 miles)4. Turn right on Fir Island Rd (1.8 miles)5. Turn left on Wylie Rd (0.78 miles)6. At Moberg Rd continue straight on Wylie Rd (0.21 miles)7. Turn left onto unnamed Rd where Wylie Rd splits (sign for Public Fishing/WDFW) (0.1 mi).8. Keep left to access WDFW Skagit Wildlife Boat Launch.
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NC-13
6NC-13
Davis Slough at Highway 532 NC-13
Site Safety: Slips, Trips, Falls; Water Hazard; Roadway Traffic; Strong Tidal Currents; Uneven Surfaces; Logs and Debris
Staging Area: Onsite : Stage at pull-off ~300ft west of bridge.
Secure end of 200ft hard boom to shore on SW side of Hwy 532 Bridge, at or near Point A (48.23981, -122.39409). Extend line to opposite bank using bridge and heaving line. Then use line to pull boom across to opposite bank of slough, and secure remaining boom end at/near Point B (48.23982, -122.3949). If oil collecting at location, use sorbents, vac-truck, or a skimmer with portable storage for collection.
Vehicle access from I-5 to Highway 532 to parking areas on each side of the bridge over the slough. Recent bridge restoration may increase flow speeds in high water. High chance of large floating logs in channel after flooding.
Watercourse: Slough - Davis Slough
Resources at Risk: Sensitive Nesting Species, Tidal Marshes, Waterfowl Concentrations
Strategy Objective: Exclusion : Keep oil out of Davis Slough at Highway 532
Recommended Equipment
Recommended Personnel
Implementation:
Field Notes:
2 Each Anchoring System(s)- Shoreside
200 Feet Boom - B2 (Contractor Boom) or equivalent
200 Feet Boom - Sorbent
1 Each Heaving Line(s)
300 Feet Line - 3/8” poly line
1 Each Vac Truck or Skimmer and Storage (if collection)
2 Laborer
1 Supervisor
Stanwood48.23981, -122.39449 48° 14' 23.3", -122° 23' 40.2" 48° 14.389', -122° 23.669' Position - Location:
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Davis Slough at Highway 532 NC-13
NC-13 Photo: Bing Maps Streetside Screen Capture, driving west on the new WA-532 bridge, looking south at the downstream side of the bridge. Taken 7/7/2015. Copyright Bing.
Nearest Address
Site Contact
1500 Highway 532Stanwood, WA 98282
No InformationNot Determined :
Driving Directions
1. Head north on Interstate 5 from Everett, and take EXIT 2122. Turn LEFT at end of ramp onto Hwy 532 (west towards Camano Island/Stanwood)3. After 7.3 miles pullout will be on the LEFT, about ~300ft past the bridge over the slough
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NC-14
7NC-14
Stillaguamish River (West Pass) at Highway 532 NC-14
Site Safety: Slips, Trips, Falls; Water Hazard; Roadway Traffic; Strong Currents Possible; Uneven Surfaces; Old Rail Line; Debris
Staging Area: Onsite : Stage at turnout adjacent to West Pass off 270th Street NW (NE Corner of Bridge)
Using workboat, secure end of 400ft hard boom to shore at/near Point A (48.24018, -122.38286; about 100ft south of bridge on east bank of slough). Extend boom NW, under Hwy 532 Bridge, pull tight, and secure to shore at/near Point B (48.24044, -122.38405). Adjust boom as needed for conditions. If oil collecting at location, use sorbents, vac-truck, or a skimmer with portable storage for collection.
Use Boat Launch at Camano Island State Park (BL-NC-246). Follow WSDOT work zone traffic control guidelines when working near roadway.
Watercourse: Slough - West Pass of the Stillaguamish River
Resources at Risk: Sensitive Nesting Species, Waterfowl Concentrations
Strategy Objective: Exclusion : Keep oil out of West Pass at Highway 532
Recommended Equipment
Recommended Personnel
Implementation:
Field Notes:
2 Each Anchoring System(s)- Shoreside
400 Feet Boom - B2 (Contractor Boom) or equivalent
400 Feet Boom - Sorbent
2 Each Heaving Line(s)
1 Each Vac Truck or Skimmer and Storage (if collection)
1 Each Workboat(s) - of adequate size for type and amount of boom
1 Boat Operator
2 Laborer
1 Supervisor
Stanwood48.24032, -122.38351 48° 14' 25.2", -122° 23' .6" 48° 14.419', -122° 23.011' Position - Location:
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Stillaguamish River (West Pass) at Highway 532 NC-14
NC-14 Photo: Looking west at the collection area.
Nearest Address
Site Contact
10328 270th St NWStanwood, WA 98292
No InformationNot Determined :
Driving Directions
1. Head north on Interstate 5 from Everett, and take EXIT 2122. Turn LEFT at end of ramp onto Hwy 532 (west towards Camano Island/Stanwood).3. After 6.5 miles (~900ft before West Pass bridge), turn RIGHT onto 270th Street/Lovers Road;road will immediately bend to the left.4. After 0.2 miles, a pull-off is available on the LEFT. Path under bridge leads towards strategylocation (Anchor Point A).
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NFSKAR-5.7
8NFSKAR-5.7
NFSKAR-5.7
8NFSKAR-5.7
North Fork Skagit at Moore Rd NFSKAR-5.7
Site Safety: Water Hazard (PFD Required); Steep Slopes; Rip-Rap; Logs/Debris; Slips, Trips, Falls.
Staging Area: Remote : Stage at SA-NFSKAR-3.2, 2.5 mi downstream.
Using workboat, anchor 600ft boom in river at/near Point A (48.3711, -122.39495), ~50ft from river right. Extend boom south/downstream ~600ft and secure to bank on river left at/near Point B (48.36967, -122.39448). Extend remaining boom downstream ~200ft, out into the river, and anchor at/near Point C (48.3694, -122.3955), ~120ft from river left. Use shoreside anchoring systems to secure boom to banks. Use in-water anchoring systems as needed to keep boom secure in river. Adjust boom angles as needed based on streamflow. Vac-truck or skimmer/storage collection at Point B.
Steep rip-rap between levee access road and water. Partial shelf midway on slope may be more accessible in high water. Park vac truck on levee road, may need booster pump & extra hose. Diking District 22, contact Partnership manager for permissions.
Watercourse: River - With Tidal Influence - North Fork Skagit River
Resources at Risk: Forage Fish Spawning Area, Marine Mammals, Salmon, Waterfowl and Shorebird Concentrations
Strategy Objective: Collection : Collect oil moving downstream or upstream on the North Fork Skagit River
Recommended Equipment
Recommended Personnel
Implementation:
Field Notes:
6 Each Anchoring System(s) - (anchor, lines, floats)
2 Each Anchoring System(s)- Shoreside
500 Feet Boom - B3 (River Boom) or equivalent
1 Each Pump(s)
1 Each Vac Truck or Skimmer and Storage
1 Each Workboat(s) - of adequate size for type and amount of boom
1 Boat Operator
3 Laborer
1 Supervisor
Mount Vernon48.37018, -122.39448 48° 22' 12.6", -122° 23' 40.1" 48° 22.211', -122° 23.669' Position - Location:
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North Fork Skagit at Moore Rd NFSKAR-5.7
NFSKAR-5.7 Photo: From river left, on levee road, looking N upstream at Point A. Taken in July at low water, 11,000 cfs/12.7 ft.
Nearest Address
Site Contact
13739 Rawlins RdMount Vernon, WA 98273
Skagit Dike District PartnershipPrimary Contact : Manager - maintains dike district contacts
Mt Vernon, WA 98233360-708-7670
Driving Directions
DIRECTIONS TO STAGING AREA SA-NFSKAR-3.2: 1. From Seattle, head N on I-5 to exit 221, WA-534 E toward Lake McMurray (0.27 miles)2. Turn left on WA 534 E / Pioneer Hwy (0.27 miles)3. At roundabout, take the second exit to proceed on Fir Island Rd (4.85 miles)4. Turn left on Rawlins Rd (1.0 miles)5. Turn right at sign for Blake's RV and Marina onto dirt/gravel road. (0.3 miles) DIRECTIONS TO SITE FOR VAC-TRUCK: 1. From Seattle, head N on I-5 towards Skagit County and take exit 221 to WA-534 E.2. Turn left on Pioneer Hwy (0.27 miles)3. At roundabout, take the second exit to proceed on Fir Island Rd (2.32 miles)4. Turn right on Dry Slough Rd (2.48 miles)5. Turn left on Moore Rd (Johnson Rd) (0.67 miles)6. Where Moore Rd turns right and becomes Johnson Rd, turn left up onto gravel levee road.
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9SFSKAR-4.1 9SFSKAR-4.1
Freshwater Slough Exclusion SFSKAR-4.1
Site Safety: USE CAUTION TO AVOID SUBMERGED LOGS/DEBRIS; Water Hazard (PFD Required); Submerged Debris; Slips, Trips, Falls.
Staging Area: Remote : Stage at Conway Park, SA-SFSKAR-4.3
Using workboat, secure 1000ft boom to pilings or existing features on river right at/near Point A (48.339, -122.3506, upstream of Freshwater Slough). Extend boom south/downstream and anchor at/near Point B (48.3378, -122.3488; or as needed to clear logjam). Extend boom downstream around logs and anchor at/near Point C. Secure remaining boom end to shore on river right at/near D (48.3368, -122.3484). Do not adjust anchor point A. Use existing features or shoreside anchoring system to secure boom at D. Use in-line anchoring systems as needed to keep boom secure in river.
Log jam changes frequently. Slough's tidal influence may push boom into South Fork on flood tides.
Watercourse: Slough - Freshwater Slough (at South Fork Skagit River)
Resources at Risk: Raptors, Salmon, Sensitive Resources, Wetland Habitat
Strategy Objective: Exclusion : Keep oil out of Freshwater Slough
Recommended Equipment
Recommended Personnel
Implementation:
Field Notes:
13 Each Anchoring System(s) - (anchor, lines, floats)
2 Each Anchoring System(s)- Shoreside
1000 Feet Boom - B3 (River Boom) or equivalent
1 Each Workboat(s) - shallow-water
1 Boat Operator
3 Laborer
1 Supervisor
Conway48.33808, -122.34918 48° 20' 17.1", -122° 20' 57.0" 48° 20.285', -122° 20.951' Position - Location:
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Freshwater Slough Exclusion SFSKAR-4.1
SFSKAR-4.1 Photo: From South Fork Skagit River (in boat) looking SW at Freshwater Slough mouth, log jam and anchor points B, C and D. Taken in high spring water, 16,500 cfs / 15.5 ft
Nearest Address
Site Contact
20800 Dike RoadMount Vernon, WA 98273
Skagit County Parks and Recreation DepartmentPrimary Contact : Weekday Office1730 Continental PlaceMt Vernon, WA 98273360-416-1350
Driving Directions
DIRECTIONS TO CONWAY PARK STAGING AREA (SA-SFSKAR-4.3):1. From Bellingham, head South on I-5 towards Mt Vernon2. At exit 221 take ramp on the right to WA-534 E toward Lake McMurray (0.27 miles)3. Turn right on Pioneer Hwy (0.16 miles)4. Turn right on Fir Island Rd (0.31 miles)5. Turn right on Dike Rd (0.29 miles)6. Take the next left into the gravel lot at Conway Park boat launch.
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SFSKAR-4.3
10SFSKAR-4.3
SFSKAR-4.3
10SFSKAR-4.3
Conway Park Downstream Deflection SFSKAR-4.3
Site Safety: Water Hazard (PFD Required); Slips, Trips, Falls.
Staging Area: Onsite : Stage at Conway Park (SA-SFSKAR-4.3).
Secure 400ft boom to river left at/near A (48.3413, -122.3506; south of boat ramp,). Using workboat, extend boom downstream and out into the river, anchoring at/near B (48.3402, -122.3502; ~150ft away from bank on river left). Use shoreside anchoring systems or existing features to secure boom to banks. Use in-water anchoring systems as needed to keep boom secure in river. Adjust boom angles as needed based on stream flow. DO NOT ADJUST LOCATION OF SHORESIDE ANCHOR POINT (at Point A).
Sandy beach at boat launch; area has sandbars that may be hidden in high water.
Watercourse: River - With Tidal Influence - South Fork Skagit River
Resources at Risk: Sensitive Resources
Strategy Objective: Deflection : Keep oil away from river left, downstream of strategy location.
Recommended Equipment
Recommended Personnel
Implementation:
Field Notes:
5 Each Anchoring System(s) - (anchor, lines, floats)
1 Each Anchoring System(s)- Shoreside
400 Feet Boom - B3 (River Boom) or equivalent
1 Each Workboat(s) - shallow-water
1 Boat Operator
2 Laborer
1 Supervisor
Conway48.34069, -122.35036 48° 20' 26.5", -122° 21' 1.3" 48° 20.441', -122° 21.022' Position - Location:
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Conway Park Downstream Deflection SFSKAR-4.3
SFSKAR-4.3 Photo: From river left at Conway Boat Launch, looking S towards river right at strategy location. Taken in average winter water.
Nearest Address
Site Contact
20898 Dike RdConway, WA 98273
Skagit County Parks and Recreation DepartmentLand/Property Owner : Weekday Office1730 Continental PlaceMt Vernon, WA 98273360-416-1350
Driving Directions
Directions to SA-SFSKAR-4.3 Conway Park: 1. From Bellingham, head South on I-5 towards Mt Vernon. 2. At exit 221 take ramp on the right to WA-534 E toward Lake McMurray (0.27 miles)3. Turn right on Pioneer Hwy (0.16 miles)4. Turn right on Fir Island Rd (0.31 miles)5. Turn right on Dike Rd (0.16 miles)6. Take the next left into large gravel lot for Conway Park/Boat Launch. Launch is at the end of the gravel/dirt road, under the bridge.
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SFSKAR-4.4
11SFSKAR-4.4
SFSKAR-4.4
11SFSKAR-4.4
Conway Park Collection SFSKAR-4.4
Site Safety: Water Hazard (PFD Required); Slips, Trips, Falls.
Staging Area: Onsite : Stage onsite at Conway Park, SA-SFSKAR-4.3
Using workboat, anchor 400ft boom mid-channel at/near Point A (48.34203, -122.35193; ~280ft upstream from bridge). Extend boom SE/downstream and secure to river left upstream of boat launch, at/near Point B (48.341453, -122.35067). Use existing features or a shoreside anchor system to secure boom to banks, but minimize ground-disturbing activity as much as possible. Do not anchor more than 3ft away from either side of boat ramp. Use in-water anchoring systems as needed to keep boom secure in river.
Large boat launch can be deep mud after rain. Sandy beach area at launch edge.
Watercourse: River - With Tidal Influence - South Fork Skagit River
Resources at Risk: Marine Mammals, Raptors, Salmonids, Sensitive Resources, Waterfowl and Shorebird Concentrations
Strategy Objective: Collection : Collect oil moving downstream on South Fork Skagit River
Recommended Equipment
Recommended Personnel
Implementation:
Field Notes:
6 Each Anchoring System(s) - (anchor, lines, floats)
1 Each Anchoring System(s)- Shoreside
400 Feet Boom - B3 (River Boom) or equivalent
1 Each Vac Truck or Skimmer and Storage
1 Each Workboat(s) - shallow-water
1 Boat Operator
2 Laborer
1 Supervisor
Mount Vernon48.34175, -122.35126 48° 20' 30.3", -122° 21' 4.5" 48° 20.505', -122° 21.076' Position - Location:
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Conway Park Collection SFSKAR-4.4
SFSKAR-4.4 Photo: From edge of Conway Park boat launch on river left, looking NW at strategy location towards river right. Taken in average winter water.
Nearest Address
Site Contact
20898 Dike RdMount Vernon, WA 98273
Skagit County Parks and Recreation DepartmentLand/Property Owner : Weekday Office1730 Continental PlaceMt Vernon, WA 98273360-416-1350
Driving Directions
1. From Bellingham, head South on I-5 towards Mt Vernon2. At exit 221 take ramp on the right to WA-534 E toward Lake McMurray (0.27 miles)3. Turn right on Pioneer Hwy (0.16 miles)4. Turn right on Fir Island Rd (0.31 miles)5. Turn right on Dike Rd (0.16 miles)6. Take the next left into Conway Park boat launch. 20898 Dike Rd, 98273
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SFSKAR-4.5
12SFSKAR-4.5
SFSKAR-4.5
12SFSKAR-4.5
South Fork Skagit above Conway Bridge SFSKAR-4.5
Site Safety: Water Hazard (PFD Required); Logs And Debris In Channel; Slips, Trips, Falls
Staging Area: Remote : Stage at Conway Park, SA-SFSKAR-4.3
Using workboat, secure boom to trees or boulders on river right at/near Point A (48.34288, -122.35342). Extend boom downstream, out into midriver, and anchor at/near Point B (48.34228, -122.35216; ~230ft upstream from power line crossing). Use in-water anchoring systems as needed to keep boom secure in river. Adjust boom angles as needed based on streamflow. DO NOT SECURE BOOM TO SHORE SOUTH/DOWNSTREAM OF TREE LINE; DO NOT USE ANCHORING POSTS OR ANYTHING THAT MIGHT PENETRATE THE SOIL.
Levee is clear just above bridge, trees start about 150ft north. Tidal influence may push boom/oil upstream. Levee property owned by Diking District 22, contact Partnership manager for permissions.
Watercourse: River - With Tidal Influence - South Fork Skagit River
Resources at Risk: Sensitive Resources
Strategy Objective: Diversion : Divert oil away from river right, and towards collection point on river left, downstream of strategy location.
Recommended Equipment
Recommended Personnel
Implementation:
Field Notes:
6 Each Anchoring System(s) - (anchor, lines, floats)
1 Each Anchoring System(s)- Shoreside
500 Feet Boom - B3 (River Boom) or equivalent
1 Each Workboat(s) - shallow-water
1 Boat Operator
3 Laborer
1 Supervisor
Mount Vernon48.34248, -122.35257 48° 20' 32.9", -122° 21' 9.3" 48° 20.549', -122° 21.154' Position - Location:
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South Fork Skagit above Conway Bridge SFSKAR-4.5
SFSKAR-4.5 Photo: From Conway Park boat launch on river left, looking NW across river upstream towards strategy location. 2 tall trees across river are shoreside anchor point.
Nearest Address
Site Contact
20800 Dike RoadMount Vernon, WA 98273
Skagit Dike District PartnershipEmergency Contact : Manager - maintains dike district contacts
Mt Vernon, WA 98233360-708-7670
Driving Directions
1. From Bellingham, head South on I-5 towards Mt Vernon2. At exit 221 take ramp on the right to WA-534 E toward Lake McMurray (0.27 miles)3. Turn right on Pioneer Hwy (0.16 miles)4. Turn right on Fir Island Rd (0.31 miles)5. Turn right on Dike Rd (0.29 miles)6. Take the next left into the gravel lot at Conway Park boat launch.
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SFSKAR-5.7
13SFSKAR-5.7
SFSKAR-5.7
13SFSKAR-5.7
South Fork Skagit at Skagit City levee access SFSKAR-5.7
Site Safety: Water Hazard (PFD Required); Submerged Sandbar; In-Water Logs and Debris; Slips, Trips, Falls.
Staging Area: Remote : Stage at Conway Park, SA-SFSKAR-4.3.
Using workboat, anchor 600ft boom mid-river at/near Point A (48.3597, -122.3579). Extend boom downstream and secure to shore on river right at/near Point B (48.35855, -122.35893; just south/downstream of tree line). Similarly, deploy 500ft boom between Points C & D, ~50ft downstream of boom deployed between Points A & B. Use shoreside anchoring systems or existing features to secure boom to banks. Use anchoring systems to keep boom secure in water. Adjust boom angle and quantity/placement of anchors as needed, based on conditions. Vac-truck or skimmer/storage collection at Points B & D.
Handlaunch potential from beach onsite. East bank across from site has shallow water, in low water will be exposed sandbar. Collection point for logs and debris. Levee property owned by Diking District 22, contact Partnership manager for permissions.
Watercourse: River - With Tidal Influence - South Fork Skagit River
Resources at Risk: Marine Mammals, Salmonids, Sensitive Resources, Waterfowl and Shorebird Concentrations
Strategy Objective: Collection : Collect oil moving downstream on South Fork Skagit River
Recommended Equipment
Recommended Personnel
Implementation:
Field Notes:
15 Each Anchoring System(s) - (anchor, lines, floats)
2 Each Anchoring System(s)- Shoreside
1100 Feet Boom - B3 (River Boom) or equivalent
1 Each Vac Truck or Skimmer and Storage
1 Each Workboat(s) - shallow-water
1 Boat Operator
3 Laborer
1 Supervisor
Mount Vernon48.35894, -122.35843 48° 21' 32.2", -122° 21' 30.3" 48° 21.536', -122° 21.506' Position - Location:
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South Fork Skagit at Skagit City levee access SFSKAR-5.7
SFSKAR-5.7 Photo: From river right, looking upstream NE at strategy location. Anchor point B in foreground. Taken in average spring water at slack tide.
Nearest Address
Site Contact
20800 Dike RoadMount Vernon, WA 98273
Skagit Dike District PartnershipEmergency Contact : Manager - maintains dike district contacts360-708-7670
Skagit County Parks and Recreation DepartmentSecondary Contact : Weekday Office360-416-1350
Driving Directions
DIRECTIONS TO CONWAY PARK STAGING AREA (SA-SFKAR-4.3):1. From Bellingham, head South on I-5 towards Mt Vernon.2. At exit 221 take ramp on the right to WA-534 E toward Lake McMurray (0.27 miles)3. Turn right on Pioneer Hwy (0.14 miles)4. At roundabout, take the second exit to proceed on Fir Island Rd (0.32 miles)5. Turn right on Dike Rd (0.26 miles)6. Take the next left into the Conway Park gravel lot. Stage near boat launch. Strategy location isabout 1.4 mi upstream from this staging area.
DIRECTIONS TO COLLECTION SITE FOR VAC TRUCK: 1. From Bellingham, head South on I-5 towards Mt Vernon.2. At exit 221 take ramp on the right to WA-534 E toward Lake McMurray (0.27 miles)3. Turn right on Pioneer Hwy (0.16 miles)4. Turn right on Fir Island Rd (0.65 miles)5. Make sharp right on Skagit City Rd (1.37 miles)6. Finish at 19793 Skagit City Rd, 98273, on the right, at dirt/gravel levee access road.
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SFSKAR-6.5
14SFSKAR-6.5
SFSKAR-6.5
14SFSKAR-6.5
South Fork Skagit River at Stackpole and Dike Rd SFSKAR-6.5
Site Safety: Water Hazard (PFD Required); Logs; Sandbars; Slips, Trips, Falls; Heavy Vegetation; Farm Equipment.
Staging Area: Remote : Stage at Spudhouse Boat Launch, SA-SKAR-8.7.
Secure 500ft boom on river left at/near B (48.3708, -122.3582). Using workboat, extend boom upstream and anchor mid-river at/near Point A (48.3716, -122.36). Use shoreside anchoring systems or existing features to secure boom to banks. Use additional anchoring systems to keep boom secure in water. Adjust boom angle and quantity/placement of anchors as needed, based on stream flow and environmental conditions. Vac-truck or skimmer/storage collection at Point B.
Potential handlaunch onsite. May need 200 ft hose to reach vac truck. Path leads west from gate entrance. Large grassy area between road and water. Levee property owned by Diking District 3, contact Partnership manager for permissions.
Watercourse: River - With Tidal Influence - South Fork Skagit River
Resources at Risk: Marine Mammals, Raptors, Salmon, Sensitive Resources, Waterfowl and Shorebird Concentrations
Strategy Objective: Collection : Collect oil moving downstream on the South Fork Skagit River
Recommended Equipment
Recommended Personnel
Implementation:
Field Notes:
13 Each Anchoring System(s) - (anchor, lines, floats)
2 Each Anchoring System(s)- Shoreside
1000 Feet Boom - B3 (River Boom) or equivalent
1 Each Machete(s) - (or other vegetation cutting tool)
1 Each Vac Truck or Skimmer and Storage
1 Each Workboat(s) - shallow-water
1 Boat Operator
3 Laborer
1 Supervisor
Mount Vernon48.37146, -122.35985 48° 22' 17.3", -122° 21' 35.5" 48° 22.288', -122° 21.591' Position - Location:
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South Fork Skagit River at Stackpole and Dike Rd SFSKAR-6.5
SFSKAR-6.5 Photo: From river left, looking NW upstream from collection point towards strategy location and river right. Taken at average spring water at slack tide.
Nearest Address
Site Contact
17670 Calhoun RdMount Vernon, WA 98273
Skagit Dike District PartnershipEmergency Contact : Manager - maintains dike district contacts
Mt Vernon, WA 98233360-708-7670
Driving Directions
DIRECTIONS TO SPUDHOUSE LAUNCH STAGING AREA (SA-SKAR-8.7):1. From Bellingham head south on I-5 towards Mt Vernon.2. At exit 226 bear right onto ramp to WA-536 W / Kincaid St (0.18 miles)3. Turn right on S 3rd St (WA-536). (0.2 miles)4. Continue as S 3rd St turns slightly left and becomes W Division St. (0.3 miles)4. Turn left on S Wall St, then bear right onto McLean Rd (0.87 miles)5. Turn left on Penn Rd (1.58 miles)6. Before the hairpin turn on Calhoun, at Pioneer Potatoes, turn left onto gravel dike access road:sign for WDFW boat launch. Follow road south to launch.
DIRECTIONS FOR VAC TRUCK TO COLLECTION SITE AT 18002 W Stackpole Rd: 1. From Bellingham, head South on I-5 towards Mt Vernon.2. At exit 225 take ramp on the right to Anderson Rd. Turn right on Anderson Rd (0.25 miles)3. Turn left on Old Highway 99 South Rd (1.08 miles)4. Turn right on Conway Frontage Rd (Conway Rd) (0.92 miles)5. Turn right on W Stackpole Rd (0.96 miles)6. Where W Stackpole dead-ends at Dike Rd, continue straight onto gated gravel levee road.
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SKAR-9.0
15SKAR-9.0
SKAR-9.0
15SKAR-9.0
Spudhouse Collection SKAR-9.0
Site Safety: Water Hazard (PFD Required); Steep Slope; Rip Rap And Heavy Vegetation; Heavy Equipment In Area; Slips, Trips, Falls.
Staging Area: Remote : Stage at SA-SKAR-8.7, Spudhouse Boat Launch, on the same road 1/4 mile downstream.
Using workboat, anchor 500ft at/near Point A (48.40074, -122.36544; about ~225ft out from river right). Extend boom downstream, and secure to bank on river right at/near Point B (48.39948, -122.36597; riverside of intersection between Calhoun & Penn Roads). Use shoreside anchoring systems or existing features to secure boom to bank. Use additional anchoring systems to keep boom secure in water. Adjust boom angle and quantity/placement of anchors as needed, based on stream flow and environmental conditions. Vac-truck or skimmer/storage collection at Point B.
Concrete ecology blocks may have to be moved, or just park truck at end of road. Potato plant workers park on access road so parking may be blocked. Property of Dike District 1, contact Partnership manager for permissions.
Watercourse: River - With Tidal Influence - Skagit River (mild tidal influence)
Resources at Risk: Forage Fish Spawning Area, Marine Mammals, Raptors, Salmon (Coho, Chinook and Chum), Steelhead, Waterfowl and Shorebird Concentrations
Strategy Objective: Collection : Collect oil moving downstream on the the Skagit River
Recommended Equipment
Recommended Personnel
Implementation:
Field Notes:
7 Each Anchoring System(s) - (anchor, lines, floats)
1 Each Anchoring System(s)- Shoreside
500 Feet Boom - B3 (River Boom) or equivalent
1 Each Machete(s) - (or other vegetation cutting tool)
1 Each Machete(s) - (or other vegetation cutting tool)
1 Each Pump(s)
1 Each Vac Truck or Skimmer and Storage
1 Each Workboat(s) - of adequate size for type and amount of boom
1 Boat Operator
3 Laborer
1 Supervisor
Mount Vernon48.40018, -122.36555 48° 24' .6", -122° 21' 56.0" 48° 24.011', -122° 21.933' Position - Location:
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Spudhouse Collection SKAR-9.0
SKAR-9.0 Photo: From river right, looking N upstream from levee access road at strategy location, towards river left.
Nearest Address
Site Contact
17670 Calhoun RdMount Vernon, WA 98273
Skagit Dike District PartnershipEmergency Contact : Manager - maintains dike district contacts
Mt Vernon, WA 98233360-708-7670
Driving Directions
DIRECTIONS TO STAGING AREA (SA-SKAR-8.7):1. From Anacortes, head east on State Route 20 towards Mt Vernon 2. At fork keep right on WA-536 toward Mt Vernon (3.79 miles)3. Make sharp right on Sunset Ln (0.48 miles)4. Turn right on McLean Rd (0.17 miles)5. Turn left on Penn Rd (1.57 miles)6. Bear right on Calhoun Rd (0.03 miles)7. At the hairpin turn on Calhoun, at Pioneer Potatoes, turn left onto gravel dike access road.
Signs for WDFW boat launch.8. Boat launch at end of road. Vac truck access at entrance near Pioneer Potatoes. Strategy location is 0.3 miles upstream.
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SKAR-11.9
16SKAR-11.9
SKAR-11.9
16SKAR-11.9
Skagit River at Lions Park SKAR-11.9
Site Safety: Water Hazard (PFD Required); Steep Slope, Rip Rap; Logs/Debris In River; Slips, Trips, Falls.
Staging Area: Remote : Stage at SA-SKAR-11.1 Edgewater Park, 0.8 mi downstream.
Secure end of 300ft boom to bank on river left at/near Point B (48.42785, -122.3408; ~130ft west of Freeway Drive). Using workboat, extend boom upstream and out into the river, anchoring end at/near Point A (48.428, -122.34203; ~200ft off of river left). Use shoreside anchoring systems or existing features to secure boom to banks. Use anchoring systems to keep boom secure in water. Adjust boom angle and quantity/placement of anchors as needed, based on stream flow and environmental conditions. Vac-truck or skimmer/storage collection at Point B.
Cut lock at bollards to access strategy location from parking lot at Lion's Park. Vegetation/rip-rap and short steep bank. Rock outcropping may be submerged in high water. Property of Diking District 17, call Partnership Manager for contact info.
Watercourse: River - Skagit River
Resources at Risk: Public Recreation Site/Area, Salmon, Waterfowl and Shorebird Concentrations
Strategy Objective: Collection : Collect oil moving downstream on the Skagit River
Recommended Equipment
Recommended Personnel
Implementation:
Field Notes:
4 Each Anchoring System(s) - (anchor, lines, floats)
1 Each Anchoring System(s)- Shoreside
1 Each Bolt Cutters
300 Feet Boom - B3 (River Boom) or equivalent
1 Each Machete(s) - (or other vegetation cutting tool)
1 Each Vac Truck or Skimmer and Storage
1 Each Workboat(s) - of adequate size for type and amount of boom
1 Boat Operator
2 Laborer
1 Supervisor
Mount Vernon48.42803, -122.34158 48° 25' 40.9", -122° 20' 29.7" 48° 25.682', -122° 20.495' Position - Location:
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Skagit River at Lions Park SKAR-11.9
SKAR-11.9 Photo: From river left, looking upstream from collection point (rocks lower left) towards strategy location and river right. Taken in July at low water.
Nearest Address
Site Contact
216 S Ball StMount Vernon, WA 98273
Mount Vernon Parks & Recreation DepartmentPrimary Contact : Property Owner1717 South 13th StreetMount Vernon, WA 98273360-336-6215
Driving Directions
DIRECTIONS TO EDGEWATER PARK STAGING AREA (SA-LSKAR-11.1):1. From Anacortes, head east on State Route 20 towards Mt Vernon2. At fork keep right on WA-536 toward Mt Vernon (4.31 miles)3. Continue on W Division St (WA-536) (0.5 miles)4. Turn right on S Ball St (0.07 miles)5. Take the first left towards the river. Boat launch at end of road. Strategy is 0.8 miles upstream.
DIRECTIONS TO STRATEGY LOCATION FOR VAC TRUCK:1. From Anacortes, head east on State Route 20 towards Mt Vernon2. At fork keep right on WA-536 toward Mt Vernon (4.31 miles)3. Continue on W Division St (WA-536) (0.7 miles)4. Use the left lane to turn left on Freeway Dr (0.3 mi)5. Turn left at the next light into Lion's Park. Strategy location is 700 ft north along narrow graveltrail.
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SKAR-13.6
17SKAR-13.6
SKAR-13.6
17SKAR-13.6
Anacortes Water Intake SKAR-13.6
Site Safety: Water Hazard (PFD Required); In-River Debris; Steep Banks; Slips, Trips, Falls
Staging Area: Remote : Stage at Edgewater Park SA-SKAR-11.1.
Secure 300ft boom to river right, upstream of intake, at/near Point A (48.43786, -122.37509). Using workboat, extend boom SE/downstream about ~200ft, out into the river, and anchor at/near B (48.4375, -122.3746). Extend remaining boom to bank on river right, downstream of water intake, at/near Point C. Back hard boom with sorbent boom. Use shoreside anchoring systems or existing features to secure boom to banks. Use anchoring systems to keep boom secure in water. Adjust boom angle and quantity/placement of anchors as needed, based on stream flow and environmental conditions.
Steep rip-rap bank on either side of intake. Large logs and debris in water. Additional staging area on land at intake, off Avon Allen Rd/Memorial Highway.
Watercourse: River - Skagit River
Resources at Risk: Public Health and Safety, Water Intakes
Strategy Objective: Exclusion : Keep oil out of drinking water intake
Recommended Equipment
Recommended Personnel
Implementation:
Field Notes:
4 Each Anchoring System(s) - (anchor, lines, floats)
2 Each Anchoring System(s)- Shoreside
300 Feet Boom - B3 (River Boom) or equivalent
300 Feet Boom - Sorbent
500 Feet Line - 1/2" poly line
1 Each Workboat(s) - of adequate size for type and amount of boom
1 Boat Operator
2 Laborer
1 Supervisor
Mt Vernon48.43769, -122.37460 48° 26' 15.7", -122° 22' 28.6" 48° 26.261', -122° 22.476' Position - Location:
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Anacortes Water Intake SKAR-13.6
SKAR-13.6 Photo: On river right at water intake, looking upstream towards shoreside anchor point for strategy (Point A). Taken at 18' water.
Nearest Address
Site Contact
216 S Ball StMt Vernon, WA 98273
City of Anacortes Water IntakeEmergency Contact : Water Treatment Plant
Mt. Vernon, WA 98273360-428-1598
Driving Directions
DIRECTIONS TO EDGEWATER PARK STAGING AREA (SA-LSKAR-11.1):1. From Anacortes, head east on State Route 202. At fork keep right on WA-536 (4.31 miles)3. Continue on W Division St (WA-536) (0.5 miles)4. Turn right on S Ball St (0.07 miles)5. Take the first left towards the river. Boat launch at end of road..DIRECTIONS TO WATER INTAKE BY LAND:1. From Anacortes, head east on WA-20 E towards Mt Vernon/Avon.2. Take 536 East towards Mt Vernon (2.8 mi).3. Turn left onto Avon Allen Rd (100 ft)4. Take an immediate right onto access road to Water Intake (600 ft)5. Turn left at the end of the road to the small gravel lot and intake building (20 ft).
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SKAR-16.6
18SKAR-16.6
SKAR-16.6
18SKAR-16.6
Skagit River Rail Bridge Deflection SKAR-16.6
Site Safety: Water Hazard (PFD Required); Strong Eddies; Cabled Structures In Channel Downstream Of Bridge; Slips, Trips, Falls
Staging Area: Remote : Stage at SA-SKAR-18.1 (1.5 mi upstream).
Using workboat, secure 600ft boom to river left at/near Point A (48.4496, -122.3195; about ~0.4mi upstream from railroad bridge). Extend boom SW/downstream, out into the river, and anchor at/near Point B (48.4481, -122.3204; ~220ft out from river left). Use shoreside anchoring systems or existing features to secure boom to banks. Use anchoring systems to keep boom secure in water. Adjust boom angle and quantity/placement of anchors as needed, based on stream flow and environmental conditions.
River is extremely turbulent downstream of BNSF bridge, with powerful eddies and a hole/underwater fall 35' below riverbed. Structure cabled to bridge downstream along south bank. Sandbars along NW bank. Dike District 20, Partnership manager has contact.
Watercourse: River - Skagit River
Resources at Risk: Sensitive Resources
Strategy Objective: Deflection : Keep oil away from river left, downstream of strategy location
Recommended Equipment
Recommended Personnel
Implementation:
Field Notes:
8 Each Anchoring System(s) - (anchor, lines, floats)
1 Each Anchoring System(s)- Shoreside
600 Feet Boom - B3 (River Boom) or equivalent
1 Each Workboat(s) - of adequate size for type and amount of boom
1 Boat Operator
3 Laborer
1 Supervisor
Burlington48.44868, -122.31996 48° 26' 55.2", -122° 19' 11.9" 48° 26.921', -122° 19.198' Position - Location:
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Skagit River Rail Bridge Deflection SKAR-16.6
SKAR-16.6 Photo: From river right at park, looking E upstream towards strategy location and Point A (sandy beach) on river left. Taken in high spring water.
Nearest Address
Site Contact
851 S Gardner RdBurlington, WA 98233
Skagit Dike District PartnershipEmergency Contact : Manager - maintains dike district contacts360-708-7670
City of Burlington Parks & RecLand/Property Contact : Land owner360-755-9649
Driving Directions
TO TJEERDSMA BOAT LAUNCH STAGING AREA (SA-SKAR-18.1): 1. From Bellingham, head South on I-5 towards Sedro-Woolley2. Take exit 232 for Cook Rd toward Sedro-Woolley (0.2 miles)3. Turn left onto Cook Rd (1.5 mi)4. Turn right onto Gardner Rd (2.7 mi)5.
6. Boat launch is at the end of the road. Stage in parking area next to boat launch.
At Gardner and Rio Vista, continue straight on Gardner through gate, past sign for Mayor GusTjeerdsma Memorial Boat Launch.
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SKAR-16.7
19SKAR-16.7
SKAR-16.7
19SKAR-16.7
Skagit River at E Whitmarsh Rd SKAR-16.7
Site Safety: Water Hazard (PFD Required); In-River Logs/Debris; Steep Bank; Slips, Trips, Falls.
Staging Area: Remote : Stage at Tjeerdsma Boat Launch (SA-SKAR-18.1).
Using workboat, anchor 500 ft of boom mid-river at/near Point A (48.45038, -122.32134; ~140ft out from river right). Extend boom downstream, and secure to bank on river right at/near Point B (48.4491, -122.3217; about ~0.4mi upstream from railroad bridge). Use shoreside anchoring systems or existing features to secure boom to banks. Use anchoring systems to keep boom secure in water. Adjust boom angle and quantity/placement of anchors as needed, based on streamflow and environmental conditions. Vac truck or skimmer/storage collection at Point B.
Site is at southern edge of Skagit River Park. Gravel road on top of levee for vac truck access. 10 ft steep slope to water's edge with larger rocks at edge. Property of Diking District 12, call Partnership Manager for contact info.
Watercourse: River - Skagit River
Resources at Risk: Public Recreation Site/Area, Salmon, Sensitive Resources, Water Intakes
Strategy Objective: Collection : Collect oil moving downstream on the Skagit River
Recommended Equipment
Recommended Personnel
Implementation:
Field Notes:
7 Each Anchoring System(s) - (anchor, lines, floats)
1 Each Anchoring System(s)- Shoreside
1 Each Bolt Cutters
500 Feet Boom - B3 (River Boom) or equivalent
1 Each Vac Truck or Skimmer and Storage
1 Each Workboat(s) - of adequate size for type and amount of boom
1 Boat Operator
3 Laborer
1 Supervisor
Burlington48.44975, -122.32145 48° 26' 59.1", -122° 19' 17.2" 48° 26.985', -122° 19.287' Position - Location:
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Skagit River at E Whitmarsh Rd SKAR-16.7
SKAR-16.7 Photo: From levee road on river right at shoreside anchor point (Point B), looking NE upstream. Taken in high spring water.
Nearest Address
Site Contact
851 S Gardner RdBurlington, WA 98233
Skagit Dike District PartnershipEmergency Contact : Manager - maintains dike district contacts360-708-7670
City of Burlington Parks & RecLand/Property Contact : Land owner360-755-9649
Driving Directions
TO TJEERDSMA BOAT LAUNCH STAGING AREA (SA-SKAR-18.1):1. From Bellingham, head South on I-5 towards Sedro-Woolley2. Take exit 232 for Cook Rd toward Sedro-Woolley (0.2 miles)3. Turn left onto Cook Rd (1.5 mi)4. Turn right onto Gardner Rd (2.7 mi)5. At Gardner and Rio Vista, continue straight on Gardner through gate, past sign for Mayor Gus
Tjeerdsma Memorial Boat Launch.6. Boat launch is at the end of the road. Stage in parking area next to boat launch.
DIRECTIONS FOR VAC TRUCK TO COLLECTION SITE:1. From Bellingham, head South on I-5 S towards Burlington2. At exit 229 take ramp on the right to George Hopper Road (0.23 miles)3. Make sharp left on George Hopper Rd (George Hopper Interchange Rd) (0.32 miles)4. Turn right on S Burlington Blvd (0.44 miles)5.6.
Turn left on Whitmarsh Rd (0.7 miles)Past the railroad bridge, turn right into the gravel parking lot for the park/playfields.
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SKAR-18.1
20SKAR-18.1
SKAR-18.1
20SKAR-18.1
Skagit River at Tjeerdsma Boat Launch SKAR-18.1
Site Safety: Water Hazard (PFD Required); Eroding Banks; Heavy Vegetation; Slips, Trips, Falls
Staging Area: Onsite : Stage onsite at boat launch and parking area.
Using workboat, secure 1000ft boom to bank on river left at/near Point A (48.4668, -122.3057). Extend boom downstream, and secure to bank on river right at/near Point B (48.4676, -122.3096). Use shoreside anchoring systems or existing features to secure boom to banks. Use anchoring systems to keep boom secure in water. Adjust boom angle and quantity/placement of anchors as needed, based on streamflow and environmental conditions. Vac truck or skimmer/storage collection at Point B.
Eddy and natural collection on river right downstream of boat launch. Large parking area turns to mud in rainy season. May be blocked by concrete, contact Burlington Parks for permission to move via winch for vac truck access. Otherwise need 300 ft extra hose.
Watercourse: River - Skagit River
Resources at Risk: Public Recreation Site/Area, Raptors, Salmon (Coho, Chinook and Chum), Sensitive Resources
Strategy Objective: Collection : Collect oil moving downstream on the Skagit River
Recommended Equipment
Recommended Personnel
Implementation:
Field Notes:
13 Each Anchoring System(s) - (anchor, lines, floats)
2 Each Anchoring System(s)- Shoreside
1 Each Bolt Cutters
1000 Feet Boom - B3 (River Boom) or equivalent
1 Each Machete(s) - (or other vegetation cutting tool)
1 Each Vac Truck or Skimmer and Storage
1 Each Winch - Power Winch
1 Each Workboat(s) - of adequate size for type and amount of boom
1 Boat Operator
3 Laborer
1 Supervisor
Burlington48.46736, -122.30761 48° 28' 2.5", -122° 18' 27.4" 48° 28.042', -122° 18.457' Position - Location:
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Skagit River at Tjeerdsma Boat Launch SKAR-18.1
SKAR-18.1 Photo: Skagit River (river right), looking downstream (west) towards strategy location. Logs/Debris present in river. Taken at low winter water.
Nearest Address
Site Contact
851 S. Gardner RoadBurlington, WA 98233
City of Burlington Parks & RecEmergency Contact : Land owner
Burlington, WA 98233360-755-9649
Driving Directions
TO TJEERDSMA BOAT LAUNCH STAGING AREA (SA-SKAR-18.1): 1. From Bellingham, head South on I-5 towards Sedro-Woolley2. Take exit 232 for Cook Rd toward Sedro-Woolley (0.2 miles)3. Turn left onto Cook Rd (1.5 mi)4. Turn right onto Gardner Rd (2.7 mi)5.
6. Boat launch is at the end of the road.
At Gardner and Rio Vista, continue straight on Gardner through gate, past sign for Mayor GusTjeerdsma Memorial Boat Launch.
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SKAR-23.7
21SKAR-23.7
SKAR-23.7
21SKAR-23.7
Skagit River at Riverfront Park SKAR-23.7
Site Safety: Water Hazard (PFD Required); Hidden Logs And Sandbars; Slips, Trips, Falls; Eroding Bank; Heavy Vegetation
Staging Area: Onsite : Stage onsite at SA-SKAR-23.7 Riverfront Park.
Using workboat, anchor 500ft boom mid-river at/near Point A (48.4894, -122.2189; ~200ft out from river right). Extend boom downstream, and secure to bank on river right at/near Point B (48.4898, -122.22056). Use shoreside anchoring systems or existing features to secure boom to banks. Use anchoring systems to keep boom secure in water. Adjust boom angle and quantity/placement of anchors as needed, based on streamflow and environmental conditions. Vac truck or skimmer/storage collection at Point B.
Eroding banks. Natural collection point upstream of boat launch so may be large trees or other debris blocking access. Swift water. May need bolt cutters to access site after dark.
Watercourse: River - Skagit River
Resources at Risk: Public Recreation Site/Area, Raptors, Riparian Habitat, Salmon, Waterfowl (Wintering)
Strategy Objective: Collection : Collect oil moving downstream on the Skagit River
Recommended Equipment
Recommended Personnel
Implementation:
Field Notes:
7 Each Anchoring System(s) - (anchor, lines, floats)
1 Each Anchoring System(s)- Shoreside
1 Each Bolt Cutters
500 Feet Boom - B3 (River Boom) or equivalent
1 Each Machete(s) - (or other vegetation cutting tool)
1 Each Vac Truck or Skimmer and Storage
1 Each Workboat(s) - of adequate size for type and amount of boom
1 Boat Operator
3 Laborer
1 Supervisor
Sedro-Woolley48.48950, -122.21972 48° 29' 22.2", -122° 13' 11.0" 48° 29.370', -122° 13.183' Position - Location:
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Skagit River at Riverfront Park SKAR-23.7
SKAR-23.7 Photo: From river right at shoreside anchor point (Point B), looking SE upstream towards strategy location. Taken in low winter water.
Nearest Address
Site Contact
1001 River RoadSedro-Woolley, WA 98284
Sedro-Woolley Parks and RecreationLand/Property Contact : Property Owner360-855-1661
Washington Department of Fish and WildlifeAlternate Contact : Region 4425-775-1311
Driving Directions
1. From Bellingham, head South on I-5 towards Burlington/WA-20 East.2. At exit 230 bear right onto ramp toward WA-20 / Burlington / Anacortes (0.44 miles)3. Turn right on WA-20 E (Cascade Loop) (0.56 miles)4. Turn left at S Burlington Blvd / E Rio Vista Ave to stay on WA-20 E (S Burlington Blvd) (0.42miles)5. Turn right at N Burlington Blvd / Avon Ave to stay on WA-20 E (Avon Ave) (4.23 miles)6. Turn right on W State St (0.8 miles)7. Turn right on 3rd St (0.9 miles)8. Turn left on River Rd (0.9 miles)9. Signs for Riverfront Park - at far end of RV park turn right into second entrance, before River Rdcurves south. Boat launch is at end of road past RV park. May have to cut gate to access at night.
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SKAR-24.5
22SKAR-24.5
SKAR-24.5
22SKAR-24.5
Skagit PUD Water Intake SKAR-24.5
Site Safety: Floating Discharge Pipe Near Shore; Air Burst System; Water Hazard (PFD Required); Overhead Lines; Logs In River; Slips, Trips, Falls
Staging Area: Remote : Stage at SA-SKAR-23.7, <1 mile downstream.
Secure 400ft boom to river left, upstream of intake, at/near Point A (48.4883, -122.199). Using workboat, extend boom SE/downstream about ~100ft, out into the river, and anchor at/near B (48.4886, -122.1999). Extend remaining boom to bank on river left, downstream of water intake, at/near Point C. Back hard boom with sorbent boom. Use shoreside anchoring systems or existing features to secure boom to banks. Use anchoring systems to keep boom secure in water. Adjust boom angle and quantity/placement of anchors as needed, based on stream flow and environmental conditions.
AIR BURST SYSTEM **Call 911 or PUD to stop air bursts before anchoring.** CAUTION: Floating discharge pipe may be partially or fully submerged at downstream end of building. Large rip-rap onshore near discharge pipe; no land access upstream of intake.
Watercourse: River - Skagit River
Resources at Risk: Public Health and Safety, Water Intakes
Strategy Objective: Exclusion : Keep oil out of Skagit PUD drinking water intake
Recommended Equipment
Recommended Personnel
Implementation:
Field Notes:
6 Each Anchoring System(s) - (anchor, lines, floats)
2 Each Anchoring System(s)- Shoreside
400 Feet Boom - B3 (River Boom) or equivalent
400 Feet Boom - Sorbent
1 Each Workboat(s) - of adequate size for type and amount of boom
1 Boat Operator
2 Laborer
1 Supervisor
Sedro-Woolley48.48870, -122.19962 48° 29' 19.3", -122° 11' 58.6" 48° 29.322', -122° 11.977' Position - Location:
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Skagit PUD Water Intake SKAR-24.5
SKAR-24.5 Photo: From river left, downstream of intake, looking E upstream at discharge pipe and anchor point A. Taken early summer in average water.
Nearest Address
Site Contact
1001 River RoadSedro-Woolley, WA 98284
Skagit PUDEmergency Contact : Water Intake Operator
Mount Vernon, WA 98273360-424-7104
Driving Directions
TO RIVERFRONT PARK STAGING AREA (SA-SKAR-23.7):1. From Anacortes, head east on WA-20 towards Sedro-Woolley.2. Turn left at S Burlington Blvd / E Rio Vista Ave to stay on WA-20 E (S Burlington Blvd) (0.42miles)3. Turn right at N Burlington Blvd / Avon Ave to stay on WA-20 E (Avon Ave) (4.23 miles)4. Turn right on W State St (0.28 miles)5. Turn right on WA-9 (0.18 miles)6. Turn left on W Nelson St (0.16 miles)7. Turn right on Batey Rd (0.11 miles)8. Bear left on Jameson St (0.8 miles)9. Turn right on Township St (0.49 miles)10. Turn left on River Rd (0.2 miles)11. Signs for Riverfront Park - at far end of RV park turn right into second entrance, before RiverRd curves south. Boat launch is at end of road past RV park.
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TMRS-0.7
23TMRS-0.7
TMRS-0.7
23TMRS-0.7
Tom Moore Slough at Milltown Crossing Rd TMRS-0.7
Site Safety: Unsignaled Rail Crossing; Trains In Area; Water Hazard (PFD Required); Hunting In Area; Slips, Trips, Falls; Heavy Vegetation
Staging Area: Onsite : Stage onsite at gravel boat launch.
Using workboat, secure 800 ft of boom to river right, at/near Point A (48.30947, -122.35026). Extend boom south/downstream ~400 ft and secure to bank on river left at/near Point B (48.30856, -122.3494). Extend remaining boom downstream ~375 ft, and anchor end to river right, at/near Point C (48.30778, -122.3504). Use shoreside anchoring systems or existing features to secure boom to banks. Use in-water anchoring systems as needed to keep boom secure in river. Adjust boom angles as needed based on stream flow. Vac truck or skimmer/storage collection at B.
Call BNSF 800-832-5452 to alert of heavy equipment at unsignaled crossing between mile 60/61 on Bellingham sub. Public water access site (can use as boat ramp) on private land with County easement.
Watercourse: Slough - Tom Moore Slough (tidal influence)
Resources at Risk: Forage Fish Spawning Area, Marine Mammals, Raptors, Salmonids, Waterfowl and Shorebird Concentrations
Strategy Objective: Collection : Collect oil moving upstream or downstream on Tom Moore Slough
Recommended Equipment
Recommended Personnel
Implementation:
Field Notes:
12 Each Anchoring System(s) - (anchor, lines, floats)
4 Each Anchoring System(s)- Shoreside
800 Feet Boom - B3 (River Boom) or equivalent
1 Each Machete(s) - (or other vegetation cutting tool)
1 Each Vac Truck or Skimmer and Storage
1 Each Workboat(s) - shallow-water
1 Boat Operator
3 Laborer
1 Supervisor
Conway48.30857, -122.34970 48° 18' 30.9", -122° 20' 58.9" 48° 18.514', -122° 20.982' Position - Location:
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Tom Moore Slough at Milltown Crossing Rd TMRS-0.7
TMRS-0.7 Photo: On river left at boat launch, looking NW upstream from shoreside anchor point (Point B) towards strategy location on river right. Taken in high spring water at sla
Nearest Address
Site Contact
Milltown Crossing RdConway, WA 98273
BNSF RailroadPre-Notification Required : Emergency Contact Number800-832-5452
Skagit County Emergency ManagementMunicipality (County/City) : Emergency Management360-416-1850
Driving Directions
1. From Seattle, head N on I-5 towards Skagit County.2. At exit 218 take ramp on the right to Starbird Rd. (0.22 miles)3. Turn left on Starbird Rd (0.14 miles)4. Continue on Milltown Rd (Starbird Rd) (1.46 miles)5. Continue straight across Pioneer Highway, across un-signaled railroad track, onto MilltownCrossing Rd (0.03 miles)6. Gravel water access/boat ramp and collection site is straight ahead.
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TMRS-0.9
24TMRS-0.9
TMRS-0.9
24TMRS-0.9
Tom Moore Slough Upstream TMRS-0.9
Site Safety: Unsignaled Rail Crossing; Trains In Area; Water Hazard (PFD Required); Hunting In Area; Slips, Trips, Falls; Heavy Vegetation
Staging Area: Onsite : Stage onsite. Use Milltown Boat Launch (BL-TMRS-0.7), 0.2mi downstream.
Using workboat, secure 600 ft of boom to river right, at/near Point A (48.31332, -122.34855). Extend boom south/downstream ~270 ft and secure to bank on river left at/near Point B (48.3126, -122.34846). Extend remaining boom downstream ~390 ft, and anchor end to river right, at/near Point C (48.31213, -122.34944). Use shoreside anchoring systems or existing features to secure boom to banks. Use in-water anchoring systems as needed to keep boom secure in river. Adjust boom angles as needed based on stream flow. Vac truck or skimmer/storage collection at B.
Call BNSF 800-832-5452 to alert of heavy equipment at unsignaled crossing between mile 60/61 on Bellingham sub. WDFW public access site. Large potholes in road. May be debris/dumping at collection point.
Watercourse: Slough - Tom Moore Slough (tidal influence)
Resources at Risk: Forage Fish Spawning Area, Marine Mammals, Raptors, Salmonids, Waterfowl and Shorebird Concentrations
Strategy Objective: Collection : Collect oil moving upstream or downstream on Tom Moore Slough
Recommended Equipment
Recommended Personnel
Implementation:
Field Notes:
8 Each Anchoring System(s) - (anchor, lines, floats)
4 Each Anchoring System(s)- Shoreside
600 Feet Boom - B3 (River Boom) or equivalent
1 Each Machete(s) - (or other vegetation cutting tool)
1 Each Vac Truck or Skimmer and Storage
1 Each Workboat(s) - shallow-water
1 Boat Operator
3 Laborer
1 Supervisor
Mt Vernon48.31267, -122.34870 48° 18' 45.6", -122° 20' 55.3" 48° 18.760', -122° 20.922' Position - Location:
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Tom Moore Slough Upstream TMRS-0.9
TMRS-0.9 Photo: On river left at Point B, looking upstream at strategy location. Taken in high spring water at slack tide.
Nearest Address
Site Contact
Milltown Cross RdMt Vernon, WA 98273
BNSF RailroadPre-Notification Required : Emergency Contact Number800-832-5452
Washington Department of Fish and WildlifeLand/Property Owner : Region 4425-775-1311
Driving Directions
1. Head N on I-5 towards Skagit County.2. At exit 218 take ramp on the right to Starbird Rd. (0.22 miles)3. Turn left on Starbird Rd (0.14 miles)4. Continue on Milltown Rd (Starbird Rd) (1.46 miles)5. Continue straight across Pioneer Highway, across un-signaled railroad track, onto MilltownCross Rd (0.03 miles)6. Follow road as it turns right and continue to gate and turnaround area (0.2 miles).
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APPENDIX 4B
Notification Strategy 2-Pagers
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NOTIFICATION STRATEGIES – LIST
GGS-0.3-N SKAR-13.6-N SKAR-24.5-N
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GGS-0.3-N
1GGS-0.3-N
GGS-0.3-N
1GGS-0.3-N
Gages Slough Pump Station GGS-0.3-N
Call City of Burlington Sewer Department's 24/7 answering service at 360-848-3510 and request a callback from their on-call/duty person; inform the answering service operator that this is concerning an oil spill that might impact the city's pump station on Gages Slough. During call-back, inform duty person of spill situation, so the city can then take whatever action(s) they deem necessary to protect the resources under their control, including the pump station on Gages Slough.
Pump Station is located on Pulver Road, 1/4 mile upstream of Skagit River. Gages Slough drains Burlington area into Skagit River if pump station is running.
Watercourse: Slough - Gages Slough
Resources at Risk: : Sensitive Resources, Water Intakes
Strategy Objective: Notification : Contact City of Burlington so they can take action to protect their pumping station between Gages Slough and Skagit River.
Communication Process and Action:
Implementation:
Field Notes:
Call City of Burlington Sewer Department's 24/7 answering service at 360-848-3510 and request a callback from their on-call/duty person; inform the answering service operator that this is concerning an oil spill that might impact the city's pump station on Gages Slough. During call-back, inform duty person of spill situation, so the city can then take whatever action(s) they deem necessary to protect the resources under their control, including the pump station on Gages Slough.
Alternate number M-F 8-4:30:360-757-4085
Position - Location: 48° 27.019', -122° 21.413' 48° 27' 1.1", -122° 21' 24.8" Burlington48.45031, -122.35689
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Gages Slough Pump Station GGS-0.3-N
GGS-0.3-N Photo: View of Gages Slough Pump Station from Pulver Rd.
Nearest Address
Site Contact
13515 Pulver RdBurlington, WA 98273
City of Burlington Sewer DepartmentEmergency Contact : Emergency Pump Shutoff
Burlington, WA 98233360-848-3510
Driving Directions
Directions to Gages Slough Pumping Station:1. From Anacortes, head east on WA-20 towards Burlington.2. Turn right on Pulver Rd (1.06 miles)3. Finish at 13515 Pulver Rd, 98273, on the left
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SKAR-13.6-N
2SKAR-13.6-N
SKAR-13.6-N
2SKAR-13.6-N
Anacortes Water Intake Mt Vernon SKAR-13.6-N
Call City of Anacortes Water Treatment Plant at 360-428-1598 and inform them of any significant oil spill or potential spill that impacts or threatens to impact the drinking water intake on the Skagit River in Mt Vernon.
Intake is on the Skagit across from the water treatment plant in Mt. Vernon. It provides drinking water for the City of Anacortes and La Conner, NAS Whidbey Island and both Anacortes refineries.
Watercourse: River - Skagit River - Mt Vernon
Resources at Risk: : Economic Resource, Public Health and Safety, Water Intakes
Strategy Objective: Notification : Notify City of Anacortes so they can take action to protect their drinking water intakes
Communication Process and Action:
Implementation:
Field Notes:
Call City of Anacortes Water Treatment Plant at 360-428-1598 and inform them of any significant oil spill or potential spill that impacts or threatens to impact the drinking water intake on the Skagit River in Mt Vernon. Once notified, the City will determine what action(s) they need to take to protect the water intakes. Actions by the City might include shutting down the intake pumps and closing intake valves. Also inform the City that there may be responders en route to deploy protective boom around the intake.
Main Line: (360) 428-1598
Line is active 24/7. If nobody is at the plant you will be routed to an operator, who will connect you with a standby duty officer (a plant supervisor or manager). Operator may require a callback number.
Position - Location: 48° 26.261', -122° 22.488' 48° 26' 15.7", -122° 22' 29.3" Mt Vernon48.43769, -122.37480
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Anacortes Water Intake Mt Vernon SKAR-13.6-N
SKAR-13.6-N Photo: From water intake looking upstream, taken at 18' water.
Nearest Address
Site Contact
14489 River Bend RdMt Vernon, WA 98273
City of Anacortes Water IntakeEmergency Contact : Water Treatment Plant
Mt. Vernon, WA 98273360-428-1598
Driving Directions
Directions to water treatment plant office: 1. From Seattle, drive North on I-5 towards Mt Vernon2. At exit 227 bear right onto ramp to WA-538 E / College Way (0.26 miles)3. Turn left on E College Way (WA-538) (0.13 miles)4. Turn left on Freeway Dr (0.4 miles)5. Turn right on River Bend Rd (1.41 miles)6. Turn right at entrance gate to plant, 14489 River Bend Rd, 98273, on the right
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SKAR-24.5-N
3SKAR-24.5-N
SKAR-24.5-N
3SKAR-24.5-N
Skagit PUD Drinking Water Intake SKAR-24.5-N
Call Skagit PUD #1 at (360) 424-7104 and inform them of any significant oil spill or potential spill that impacts or threatens to impact the drinking water intake on the Skagit River.so they can take action to protect the resources under their control, including the protection of their drinking water intakes near this location.
Air burst system will endanger responders and compromise exclusion strategy. It must be disabled in order to deploy strategy SKAR-23.7. Intakes may only be used seasonally.
Watercourse: River - Skagit River
Resources at Risk: : Economic Resource, Public Health and Safety, Water Intakes
Strategy Objective: Notification : Notify Skagit County PUD so they can take action to protect their drinking water intakes
Communication Process and Action:
Implementation:
Field Notes:
Call Skagit PUD #1 at (360) 424-7104 and inform them of any significant oil spill or potential spill that impacts or threatens to impact the drinking water intake on the Skagit River. Request that they shut off their air burst system for the safety of responders who may be deploying a strategy at the intake.
Once notified, the City will determine what action(s) they need to take to protect the water intakes. Actions by the City might include shutting down the intake pumps and closing intake valves.
Call the following numbers in order until someone at PUD is reached:(360) 424-7104 - 24/7 emergency line(360) 848-4457 - Operations Manager(360) 848-4436 - General Manager
Position - Location: 48° 29.299', -122° 12.001' 48° 29' 18.0", -122° 12' .0" Mount Vernon48.48832, -122.20001
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Skagit PUD Drinking Water Intake SKAR-24.5-N
SKAR-24.5-N Photo: View of intake on south/left bank of Skagit River above Sedro-Woolley. Taken in summer at average flow.
Nearest Address
Site Contact
25335 S Skagit Hwy Sedro-Wooley, WA 98284
Skagit PUDEmergency Contact : Water Intake Operator
Mount Vernon, WA 98273360-424-7104
Driving Directions
DIRECTIONS TO WATER INTAKE LOCATION:1. From Bellingham, head South on I-5 towards Sedro-Woolley. 2. At exit 232 take ramp on the right to Cook Road toward Sedro-Woolley (0.19 miles)3. Turn left on Cook Rd (4.31 miles)4. At roundabout, take the first exit to proceed on Ferry St (0.14 miles)5. Make sharp right on WA-9 (WA-20) (0.09 miles)6. Turn left at North Cascades Scenic Hwy / Shadow Dr to stay on WA-9 (1.81 miles)7. Make sharp right on S Skagit Hwy (0.08 miles)8. Turn right at Howey Road B to stay on S Skagit Hwy (2.36 miles)9. Finish at 25335 S Skagit Hwy, 98284, on the left
DIRECTIONS TO SKAGIT PUD # 1 OFFICE/HQ:1. From Bellingham, head South on I-5 S towards Mt Vernon2. At exit 227 take ramp on the right to WA-538 E / College Way (0.26 miles)3. Turn right on W College Way (0.06 miles)4. Turn left on Freeway Dr (0.22 miles)5. Finish at 1415 Freeway Drive, 98273, on the right
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APPENDIX 4C
Staging Area 2-Pagers
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STAGING AREAS - LIST
SA-NFSKAR-3.2** SA-SFSKAR-4.3 SA-SKAR-8.7
SA-SKAR-11.1 SA-SKAR-18.1 SA-SKAR-23.7
**Staging Area from North Central Puget Sound GRP that is included in this Appendix for reference
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SA-NFSKAR-3.2 1SA-NFSKAR-3.2
GRP Response Strategies Served:
NFSKAR-5.7
Blake's RV Park & Marina SA-NFSKAR-3.2
Office and RV Park with power and water hookups. Gravel roads with flat grassy sections. Cabins available for rent. May be several families living on site.
Location Information
Comments:
Staging Area
Asset Type/Status Amount/Number
Boat Dock(s) Yes 2
Boat Ramp(s) Concrete, Solid 1
Boat Ramp(s) Loading Float 1
Cell Phone Coverage Yes Verizon - 2 bars
Covered Spaces Yes 200 Square Feet
Estimated Lot Size 125000 Square Feet
Fuel No
Lot Cover (Primary) Gravel 75 Percent
Parking - Car Gravel 10
Parking - Trailer Gravel 10
Power Yes
Restroom Restroom - with Showers
2
User Fee Yes 10 per launch; parking $5 + .25/ft trailer
Waste Disposal Dump Station 2
Waste Disposal Pumpout 1 RV
Water (potable) Yes
48° 21.634', -122° 26.979' Position - Location: 48° 21' 38.0", -122° 26' 58.7" 48.36056, -122.44965 Mount Vernon
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Blake's RV Park & Marina SA-NFSKAR-3.2
SA-NFSKAR-3.2 Photo: Bing Maps Overhead Photo of Blake's RV Resort and Marina. Boat launch in center of photo. Courtesy Bing Maps.
Nearest Address
Site Contact
13739 Rawlins RoadMount Vernon, WA 98273
Blakes Resort and MarinaPrivate Owner : Property Managers
WA360-445-6533
Driving Directions
1. From Seattle/Everett, head North on I-5 to Skagit County.2. At exit 221 bear right onto ramp to WA-534 E toward Lake McMurray (0.27 miles)3. Turn left on Pioneer Hwy (0.27 miles)4. At roundabout, take the second exit to proceed on Fir Island Rd (4.85 miles)5. Turn left on Rawlins Rd (1.28 miles)6. Turn right at sign for Blake's Skagit Resort. (0.3 miles)7. Resort & RV Park is at the end of long gravel driveway. Boat launch is behind/north of mainoffice building. 13739 Rawlins Rd.
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SA-SFSKAR-4.3
2SA-SFSKAR-4.3
SA-SFSKAR-4.3
2SA-SFSKAR-4.3
GRP Response Strategies Served:
SFSKAR-4.5, SFSKAR-5.7, SFSKAR-4.1
Conway Park SA-SFSKAR-4.3
Coordinate use of staging area with Skagit County Parks and Recreation Department; call 360-416-1350; if after-hours leave message.
Location Information
Comments:
Staging Area
Asset Type/Status Amount/Number
Boat Dock(s) No
Boat Ramp(s) Concrete, Solid 1
Cell Phone Coverage Yes Verizon 3 bars/LTE
Covered Spaces No
Estimated Lot Size 20000 Square Feet
Fuel No
Lot Cover (Primary) Dirt/Gravel 100 %
Parking - Car Gravel 10
Parking - Trailer Gravel 20
Power No
Restroom Restroom - Portable 1
User Fee No
Waste Disposal None
Water (potable) No
48° 20.498', -122° 21.013' Position - Location: 48° 20' 29.9", -122° 21' .8" 48.34163, -122.35022 Mount Vernon
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Conway Park SA-SFSKAR-4.3
SA-SFSKAR-4.3 Photo: On river left at top of boat ramp, looking W under Fir Island Rd bridge.
Nearest Address
Site Contact
20800 Dike RoadMount Vernon, WA 98273
Skagit County Parks and Recreation DepartmentLand/Property Contact : Weekday Office1730 Continental PlaceMt Vernon, WA 98273360-416-1350
Driving Directions
1. From Bellingham, head South on I-5 towards Mt Vernon2. At exit 221 take ramp on the right to WA-534 E toward Lake McMurray (0.27 miles)3. Turn right on Pioneer Hwy (0.16 miles)4. Turn right on Fir Island Rd (0.31 miles)5. Turn right on Dike Rd (0.29 miles)6. Take the next left into the gravel lot at Conway Park boat launch.
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SA-SKAR-8.7
3SA-SKAR-8.7
SA-SKAR-8.7
3SA-SKAR-8.7
GRP Response Strategies Served:
SKAR-9.0, SFSKAR-6.5
Spudhouse Boat Launch SA-SKAR-8.7
Coordinate use of staging area with Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife Region 4; call 425-775-1311; if after-hours leave message. May need to move parked trucks/cars at entrance for large equipment.
Location Information
Comments:
Staging Area
Asset Type/Status Amount/Number
Boat Dock(s) No
Boat Ramp(s) Concrete, Solid 1
Cell Phone Coverage Yes Verizon 3G
Covered Spaces No
Estimated Lot Size 52700 Square Feet
Fuel No
Lot Cover (Primary) Dirt/Gravel
Parking - Car Gravel 20
Parking - Trailer Gravel 20
Power No
Restroom Restroom - Vault 1
User Fee No
Waste Disposal None
Water (potable) No
48° 23.705', -122° 21.921' Position - Location: 48° 23' 42.3", -122° 21' 55.3" 48.39509, -122.36535 Mount Vernon
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Spudhouse Boat Launch SA-SKAR-8.7
SA-SKAR-8.7 Photo: Looking S at boat ramp on river right.
Nearest Address
Site Contact
17670 Calhoun RdMount Vernon, WA 98273
Washington Department of Fish and WildlifeLand/Property Owner : Region 416018 Mill Creek BoulevardMill Creek, WA 98012-1296425-775-1311
Driving Directions
1. From Anacortes, head east on State Route 20 towards Mt Vernon 2. At fork keep right on WA-536 toward Mt Vernon (3.79 miles)3. Make sharp right on Sunset Ln (0.48 miles)4. Turn right on McLean Rd (0.17 miles)5. Turn left on Penn Rd (1.57 miles)6. Bear right on Calhoun Rd (0.03 miles)7. Before the hairpin turn on Calhoun, at Pioneer Potatoes, turn left onto gravel dike access road.Signs for WDFW boat launch.8. Boat launch at end of road.
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SA-SKAR-11.1
4SA-SKAR-11.1
SA-SKAR-11.1
4SA-SKAR-11.1
GRP Response Strategies Served:
SKAR-11.9, SKAR-13.6
Edgewater Park SA-SKAR-11.1
Coordinate use of staging area with Mount Vernon Parks & Recreation Department; call 360-336-6215; if after-hours leave message.
Location Information
Comments:
Staging Area
Asset Type/Status Amount/Number
Boat Dock(s) Yes
Boat Ramp(s) Concrete, Solid 1
Cell Phone Coverage Yes Verizon LTE
Covered Spaces Yes
Estimated Lot Size 30000 Square Feet
Fuel No
Lot Cover (Primary) Dirt/Gravel
Parking - Car Gravel 20
Parking - Trailer Field 6
Power Yes
Restroom Restroom - Flush
User Fee No
Waste Disposal Trash Receptacle
Water (potable) Yes
48° 25.088', -122° 20.525' Position - Location: 48° 25' 5.3", -122° 20' 31.5" 48.41813, -122.34208 Mount Vernon
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Edgewater Park SA-SKAR-11.1
SA-SKAR-11.1 Photo: Looking across lot at boat launch on river right, looking SE.
Nearest Address
Site Contact
216 S Ball StMount Vernon, WA 98273
Mount Vernon Parks & Recreation DepartmentLand/Property Owner : Property Owner360-336-6215
Washington Department of Fish and WildlifeSecondary Contact : Region 4425-775-1311
Driving Directions
1. From Anacortes, head east on State Route 20 towards Mt Vernon 2. At fork keep right on WA-536 toward Mt Vernon (4.31 miles)3. Continue on W Division St (WA-536) (0.5 miles)4. Turn right on S Ball St (0.07 miles)5. Take the first left towards the river. Boat launch at end of road.
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SA-SKAR-18.1
5SA-SKAR-18.1
SA-SKAR-18.1
5SA-SKAR-18.1
GRP Response Strategies Served:
SKAR-16.6, SKAR-16.7
Burlington Tjeerdsma Boat Launch SA-SKAR-18.1
Coordinate use of staging area with City of Burlington Parks & Recreation Department; call 360-755-9649; if after-hours leave message. Gates locked overnight or if river level is 19 ft or higher. Additional flat dirt lot is only accessible if concrete blocks are moved using power winch.
Location Information
Comments:
Staging Area
Asset Type/Status Amount/Number
Boat Dock(s) No
Boat Ramp(s) Concrete, Solid 1
Cell Phone Coverage Yes Verizon 3G
Covered Spaces No
Estimated Lot Size 30000 Square Feet
Fuel No
Lot Cover (Primary) Dirt/Gravel
Parking - Car Gravel 10
Parking - Trailer Gravel 20
Power No
Restroom Restroom - Portable 1
User Fee No
Waste Disposal None
Water (potable) No
48° 28.083', -122° 18.491' Position - Location: 48° 28' 5.0", -122° 18' 29.5" 48.46805, -122.30819 Burlington
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Burlington Tjeerdsma Boat Launch SA-SKAR-18.1
SA-SKAR-18.1 Photo: On river right looking East at boat ramp.
Nearest Address
Site Contact
851 S Gardner RoadBurlington, WA 98233
City of Burlington Parks & RecLand/Property Contact : Land owner
Burlington, WA 98233360-755-9649
Driving Directions
1. From Anacortes, head East on WA-20 towards Burlington.2. Where WA-20 makes a left turn, instead continue straight on E Rio Vista Ave (0.46 miles)3. Turn left on S Spruce St (0.1 miles)4. Turn right on Greenleaf Ave (0.27 miles)5. Turn right on S Anacortes Ave (0.11 miles)6. Turn left on E Rio Vista Ave (0.75 miles)7. Turn right on S Gardner Rd - large wooden sign for Mayor Gus Tjeerdsma Boat Launch (0.3 mi)8. Boat launch is at the end of the road.
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SA-SKAR-23.7
6SA-SKAR-23.7
SA-SKAR-23.7
6SA-SKAR-23.7
GRP Response Strategies Served:
SKAR-24.5
Sedro-Woolley Riverfront Park SA-SKAR-23.7
Coordinate use of staging area with Sedro-Woolley Parks & Recreation: call 360-855-1661; if after-hours leave message.
Location Information
Comments:
Staging Area
Asset Type/Status Amount/Number
Boat Dock(s) No
Boat Ramp(s) Concrete, Plank 1
Cell Phone Coverage Yes Verizon 3G
Covered Spaces Yes In park
Estimated Lot Size 53300 Square Feet
Lot Cover (Primary) Gravel
Parking - Car Gravel 50
Parking - Trailer Gravel 12
Power Yes
Restroom Restroom - Flush 5
Restroom Restroom - Vault 1 Onsite
User Fee Yes 2 In or Out
Waste Disposal Dump Station 1
Water (potable) Yes
48° 29.397', -122° 13.261' Position - Location: 48° 29' 23.8", -122° 13' 15.7" 48.48995, -122.22102 Sedro-Woolley
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Sedro-Woolley Riverfront Park SA-SKAR-23.7
SA-SKAR-23.7 Photo: Top of boat ramp on river right, looking west.
Nearest Address
Site Contact
Sedro-Woolley Parks and RecreationLand/Property Owner : Property Owner360-855-1661
Washington Department of Fish and WildlifeSecondary Contact : Region 4425-775-1311
Driving Directions
1. From Anacortes, head east on WA-20 towards Sedro-Woolley.2. Turn left at S Burlington Blvd / E Rio Vista Ave to stay on WA-20 E (S Burlington Blvd) (0.42 miles)3. Turn right at N Burlington Blvd / Avon Ave to stay on WA-20 E (Avon Ave) (4.23 miles)4. Turn right on W State St (0.28 miles)5. Turn right on WA-9 (0.18 miles)6. Turn left on W Nelson St (0.16 miles)7. Turn right on Batey Rd (0.11 miles)8. Bear left on Jameson St (0.8 miles)9. Turn right on Township St (0.49 miles)10. Turn left on River Rd (0.2 miles)11. Signs for Riverfront Park - at far end of RV park turn right into second entrance, before River Rd curves south. Boat launch is at end of road past RV park.
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1001 River RoadSedro-Woolley, WA 98284
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APPENDIX 4D
Boat Launch 2-Pagers
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BOAT LAUNCHES – LIST
BL-FWS-1.8 BL-NC-246** BL-NFSKAR-3.2** BL-SFSKAR-4.3
BL-SKAR-8.7 BL-SKAR-11.1 BL-SKAR-18.1 BL-SKAR-23.7
BL-TMRS-0.7
**Boat Launch from North Central Puget Sound GRP that is included in this Appendix for reference
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BL-FWS-1.8
1BL-FWS-1.8
BL-FWS-1.8
1BL-FWS-1.8
GRP Response Strategies Served:
FWS-1.8
WDFW Skagit Wildlife Area Launch BL-FWS-1.8
Coordinate use of boat launch with Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife Skagit Wildlife Area Manager; call 360-445-4441; if after-hours leave message, or contact Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife Region 4; call 425-775-1311; if after-hours leave message.
Location Information
Comments:
Boat Launch Location
Asset Type/Status Amount/Number
Boat Ramp(s) Concrete, Plank 2
Covered Spaces No
Lot Cover (Primary) Gravel
Parking - Car Gravel 50
Parking - Trailer Gravel 20
Power No
Restroom Restroom - Vault 2
User Fee No
Waste Disposal None
Water (potable) No
Mount Vernon48.32480, -122.37397 48° 19' 29.3", -122° 22' 26.3" 48° 19.488', -122° 22.438' Position - Location:
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WDFW Skagit Wildlife Area Launch BL-FWS-1.8
Photo: Boat ramp and inlet on Freshwater Slough/WDFW Skagit Wildlife area. Taken high spring water at mid tide.
Driving Directions
Nearest Address
Site Contact
21961 Wylie RoadMount Vernon, WA 98273
WDFW Skagit Wildlife AreaPrimary Contact : Area Manager360-445-4441
Washington Department of Fish and WildlifeSecondary Contact : Region 4425-775-1311
1. Start at I 5 Stanwood2. Go northwest on I-53. At exit 221 bear right onto ramp to WA-534 E toward Lake Mcmurray4. Turn left on Pioneer Hwy5. Turn right on Fir Island Rd6. Turn left on Wylie Rd7. Turn right at Mann Rd to stay on Wylie Rd8. Turn left at Moberg Rd to stay on Wylie Rd9. Finish at 21961 Wylie Road, 98273, on the left
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BL-NC-246
GRP Response Strategies Served:
NC-21, NC-15, NC-14
Camano Island State Park BL-NC-246
Saratoga Passage
Location Information
Comments:
Boat Launch Location
Asset Type/Status Amount/Number
Boat Ramp(s) Concrete, Solid 2
Parking - Car Gravel 5
Parking - Trailer Gravel 40
Restroom Restroom - Portable 1
Waste Disposal Trash Receptacle 3
Camano Island48.12405, -122.49470 48° 7' 26.6", -122° 29' 40.9" 48° 7.443', -122° 29.682' Position - Location:
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Camano Island State Park BL-NC-246
SA-NC-246 Photo: Photo from Coastal Atlas
Driving Directions
Nearest Address
Site Contact
2269 Lowell Point RoadCamano Island, WA 98282
Camano Island State ParkMunicipality (County/City) : Property Managers
WA360-387-3031
1. Head north on Interstate 5 to Exit 2122. At end of ramp, turn left to go west on WA-532 (Stanwood-Bryant Rd) (8.22 miles)3. At fork keep left on WA-532 (State Highway 532) (1.46 miles)4. At fork keep left on WA-532 (0.41 miles)5. At fork keep left on WA-532 (0.02 miles)6. Continue on E Camano Dr (N East Camano Dr) (5.76 miles)7. Make sharp right on E Monticello Dr (1.87 miles)8. Turn left on W Camano Dr (S West Camano Dr) (1.31 miles)9. Make sharp right on S Lowell Point Rd (0.81 miles)10. Finish at 2269 Lowell Point Road, 98282, on the left
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BL-NFSKAR-3.2
2BL-NFSKAR-3.2
GRP Response Strategies Served:
NFSKAR-5.7
Blake's RV Park & Marina BL-NFSKAR-3.2
Skagit River (North Fork). Concrete and gravel launch with liveaboards parked at dock.
Location Information
Comments:
Boat Launch Location
Asset Type/Status Amount/Number
Boat Dock(s) Yes 2
Boat Ramp(s) Concrete, Solid 1
Boat Ramp(s) Loading Float 1
Cell Phone Coverage Yes Verizon - 2 bars
Covered Spaces Yes 200 Square Feet
Estimated Lot Size 125000 Square Feet
Fuel No
Lot Cover (Primary) Gravel 75 Percent
Parking - Car Gravel 10
Parking - Trailer Gravel 10
Power Yes
Restroom Restroom - with Showers
2
User Fee Yes 10 per launch; parking $5 + .25/ft trailer
Waste Disposal Dump Station 2
Waste Disposal Pumpout 1 RV
Water (potable) Yes
Mount Vernon48.36056, -122.44965 48° 21' 38.0", -122° 26' 58.7" 48° 21.634', -122° 26.979'Position - Location:
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Blake's RV Park & Marina BL-NFSKAR-3.2
SA-NFSKAR-3.2 Photo: Bing Maps Overhead Photo of Blake's RV Resort and Marina. Boat launch in center of photo. Courtesy Bing Maps.
Driving Directions
Nearest Address
Site Contact
13739 Rawlins RoadMount Vernon, WA 98273
Blakes Resort and MarinaPrivate Owner : Property Managers
WA360-445-6533
1. From Seattle/Everett, head North on I-5 to Skagit County.2. At exit 221 bear right onto ramp to WA-534 E toward Lake McMurray (0.27 miles)3. Turn left on Pioneer Hwy (0.27 miles)4. At roundabout, take the second exit to proceed on Fir Island Rd (4.85 miles)5. Turn left on Rawlins Rd (1.28 miles)6. Turn right at sign for Blake's Skagit Resort. (0.3 miles)7. Resort & RV Park is at the end of long gravel driveway. Boat launch is behind/north of mainoffice building. 13739 Rawlins Rd.
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BL-SFSKAR-4.3
3BL-SFSKAR-4.3
BL-SFSKAR-4.3
3BL-SFSKAR-4.3
GRP Response Strategies Served:
SFSKAR-4.5, SFSKAR-5.7, SFSKAR-4.1, SFSKAR-4.3
Conway Park BL-SFSKAR-4.3
Coordinate use of boat ramp with Skagit County Parks and Recreation Department; call 360-416-1350; if after-hours leave message.
Location Information
Comments:
Boat Launch Location
Asset Type/Status Amount/Number
Boat Dock(s) No
Boat Ramp(s) Concrete, Solid 1
Cell Phone Coverage Yes Verizon 3 bars/LTE
Covered Spaces No
Estimated Lot Size 20000 Square Feet
Fuel No
Lot Cover (Primary) Dirt/Gravel 100 %
Parking - Car Gravel 10
Parking - Trailer Gravel 20
Power No
Restroom Restroom - Portable 1
User Fee No
Waste Disposal None
Water (potable) No
Mount Vernon48.34163, -122.35022 48° 20' 29.9", -122° 21' .8" 48° 20.498', -122° 21.013' Position - Location:
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Conway Park BL-SFSKAR-4.3
SA-SFSKAR-4.3 Photo: On river left at top of boat ramp, looking W under Fir Island Rd bridge.
Driving Directions
Nearest Address
Site Contact
20800 Dike RoadMount Vernon, WA 98273
Skagit County Parks and Recreation DepartmentLand/Property Contact : Weekday Office1730 Continental PlaceMt Vernon, WA 98273360-416-1350
1. From Bellingham, head South on I-5 towards Mt Vernon2. At exit 221 take ramp on the right to WA-534 E toward Lake McMurray (0.27 miles)3. Turn right on Pioneer Hwy (0.16 miles)4. Turn right on Fir Island Rd (0.31 miles)5. Turn right on Dike Rd (0.29 miles)6. Take the next left into the gravel lot at Conway Park boat launch.
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BL-SKAR-8.7
4BL-SKAR-8.7
BL-SKAR-8.7
4BL-SKAR-8.7
GRP Response Strategies Served:
SKAR-9.0, SFSKAR-6.5
Spudhouse Boat Launch BL-SKAR-8.7
Coordinate use of boat launch with Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife Region 4; call 425-775-1311; if after-hours leave message. Deep mud accumulation during rainy season. May need to move parked trucks/cars at entrance for large equipment.
Location Information
Comments:
Boat Launch Location
Asset Type/Status Amount/Number
Boat Dock(s) No
Boat Ramp(s) Concrete, Solid 1
Cell Phone Coverage Yes Verizon 3G
Covered Spaces No
Estimated Lot Size 52700 Square Feet
Fuel No
Lot Cover (Primary) Dirt/Gravel
Parking - Car Gravel 20
Parking - Trailer Gravel 20
Power No
Restroom Restroom - Vault 1
User Fee No
Waste Disposal None
Water (potable) No
Mount Vernon48.39509, -122.36535 48° 23' 42.3", -122° 21' 55.3" 48° 23.705', -122° 21.921'Position - Location:
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Spudhouse Boat Launch BL-SKAR-8.7
SA-SKAR-8.7 Photo: Looking S at boat ramp on river right.
Driving Directions
Nearest Address
Site Contact
17670 Calhoun RdMount Vernon, WA 98273
Washington Department of Fish and WildlifeLand/Property Owner : Region 416018 Mill Creek BoulevardMill Creek, WA 98012-1296425-775-1311
1. From Anacortes, head east on State Route 20 towards Mt Vernon 2. At fork keep right on WA-536 toward Mt Vernon (3.79 miles)3. Make sharp right on Sunset Ln (0.48 miles)4. Turn right on McLean Rd (0.17 miles)5. Turn left on Penn Rd (1.57 miles)6. Bear right on Calhoun Rd (0.03 miles)7. Before the hairpin turn on Calhoun, at Pioneer Potatoes, turn left onto gravel dike access road.Signs for WDFW boat launch.8. Boat launch at end of road.
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BL-SKAR-11.1
5BL-SKAR-11.1
BL-SKAR-11.1
5BL-SKAR-11.1
GRP Response Strategies Served:
SKAR-11.9, SKAR-13.6
Edgewater Park BL-SKAR-11.1
Coordinate use of boat launch with Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife Region 4; call 425-775-1311; if after-hours leave message. Deep mud accumulation during rainy season.
Location Information
Comments:
Boat Launch Location
Asset Type/Status Amount/Number
Boat Dock(s) Yes
Boat Ramp(s) Concrete, Solid 1
Cell Phone Coverage Yes Verizon LTE
Covered Spaces Yes
Estimated Lot Size 30000 Square Feet
Fuel No
Lot Cover (Primary) Dirt/Gravel
Parking - Car Gravel 20
Parking - Trailer Field 6
Power Yes
Restroom Restroom - Flush
User Fee No
Waste Disposal Trash Receptacle
Water (potable) Yes
Mount Vernon48.41813, -122.34208 48° 25' 5.3", -122° 20' 31.5" 48° 25.088', -122° 20.525'Position - Location:
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Edgewater Park BL-SKAR-11.1
SA-SKAR-11.1 Photo: Looking across lot at boat launch on river right, looking SE.
Driving Directions
Nearest Address
Site Contact
216 S Ball StMount Vernon, WA 98273
Mount Vernon Parks & Recreation DepartmentLand/Property Owner : Property Owner360-336-6215
Washington Department of Fish and WildlifeSecondary Contact : Region 4425-775-1311
1. From Anacortes, head east on State Route 20 towards Mt Vernon 2. At fork keep right on WA-536 toward Mt Vernon (4.31 miles)3. Continue on W Division St (WA-536) (0.5 miles)4. Turn right on S Ball St (0.07 miles)5. Take the first left towards the river. Boat launch at end of road.
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BL-SKAR-18.1
6BL-SKAR-18.1
BL-SKAR-18.1
6BL-SKAR-18.1
GRP Response Strategies Served:
SKAR-18.1, SKAR-16.6, SKAR-16.7
Burlington Tjeerdsma Boat Launch BL-SKAR-18.1
Coordinate use of boat launch with City of Burlington Parks & Recreation Department; call 360-755-9649; if after-hours leave message. Gates locked overnight or if river level is 19 ft or higher.
Location Information
Comments:
Boat Launch Location
Asset Type/Status Amount/Number
Boat Dock(s) No
Boat Ramp(s) Concrete, Solid 1
Cell Phone Coverage Yes Verizon 3G
Covered Spaces No
Estimated Lot Size 30000 Square Feet
Fuel No
Lot Cover (Primary) Dirt/Gravel
Parking - Car Gravel 10
Parking - Trailer Gravel 20
Power No
Restroom Restroom - Portable 1
User Fee No
Waste Disposal None
Water (potable) No
Burlington48.46805, -122.30819 48° 28' 5.0", -122° 18' 29.5" 48° 28.083', -122° 18.491'Position - Location:
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Burlington Tjeerdsma Boat Launch BL-SKAR-18.1
SA-SKAR-18.1 Photo: On river right looking East at boat ramp.
Driving Directions
Nearest Address
Site Contact
851 S Gardner RoadBurlington, WA 98233
City of Burlington Parks & RecLand/Property Contact : Land owner
Burlington, WA 98233360-755-9649
1. From Anacortes, head East on WA-20 towards Burlington.2. Where WA-20 makes a left turn, instead continue straight on E Rio Vista Ave (0.46 miles)3. Turn left on S Spruce St (0.1 miles)4. Turn right on Greenleaf Ave (0.27 miles)5. Turn right on S Anacortes Ave (0.11 miles)6. Turn left on E Rio Vista Ave (0.75 miles)7. Turn right on S Gardner Rd - large wooden sign for Mayor Gus Tjeerdsma Boat Launch (0.3 mi)8. Boat launch is at the end of the road.
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BL-SKAR-23.7
7BL-SKAR-23.7
BL-SKAR-23.7
7BL-SKAR-23.7
GRP Response Strategies Served:
SKAR-23.7, SKAR-24.5
Sedro-Woolley Riverfront Park BL-SKAR-23.7
Coordinate use of boat launch with Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife Region 4; call 425-775-1311; if after-hours leave message.
Location Information
Comments:
Boat Launch Location
Asset Type/Status Amount/Number
Boat Dock(s) No
Boat Ramp(s) Concrete, Plank 1
Cell Phone Coverage Yes Verizon 3G
Covered Spaces Yes In park
Estimated Lot Size 53300 Square Feet
Lot Cover (Primary) Gravel
Parking - Car Gravel 50
Parking - Trailer Gravel 12
Power Yes
Restroom Restroom - Flush 5
Restroom Restroom - Vault 1 Onsite
User Fee Yes 2 In or Out
Waste Disposal Dump Station 1
Water (potable) Yes
Sedro-Woolley48.48995, -122.22102 48° 29' 23.8", -122° 13' 15.7" 48° 29.397', -122° 13.261'Position - Location:
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Sedro-Woolley Riverfront Park BL-SKAR-23.7
SA-SKAR-23.7 Photo: Top of boat ramp on river right, looking west.
Driving Directions
Nearest Address
Site Contact
1001 River RoadSedro-Woolley, WA 98284
Sedro-Woolley Parks and RecreationLand/Property Owner : Property Owner360-855-1661
Washington Department of Fish and WildlifeSecondary Contact : Region 4425-775-1311
1. From Anacortes, head east on WA-20 towards Sedro-Woolley.2. Turn left at S Burlington Blvd / E Rio Vista Ave to stay on WA-20 E (S Burlington Blvd) (0.42 miles)3. Turn right at N Burlington Blvd / Avon Ave to stay on WA-20 E (Avon Ave) (4.23 miles)4. Turn right on W State St (0.28 miles)5. Turn right on WA-9 (0.18 miles)6. Turn left on W Nelson St (0.16 miles)7. Turn right on Batey Rd (0.11 miles)8. Bear left on Jameson St (0.8 miles)9. Turn right on Township St (0.49 miles)10. Turn left on River Rd (0.2 miles)11. Signs for Riverfront Park - at far end of RV park turn right into second entrance, before River Rd curves south. Boat launch is at end of road past RV park.
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BL-TMRS-0.7
8BL-TMRS-0.7
BL-TMRS-0.7
8BL-TMRS-0.7
GRP Response Strategies Served:
TMRS-0.7, TMRS-0.9
Milltown Crossing Access site - Tom Moore Slough BL-TMRS-0.7
Coordinate use of boat launch with Skagit County Emergency Management; call 360-416-1850; if after-hours leave message. To notify BNSF of vehicles and large equipment located near unsignaled rail crossing, call BNSF Emergency Line 800-832-5452. Launch is on private property, but Skagit County has recreation easement.
Location Information
Comments:
Boat Launch Location
Asset Type/Status Amount/Number
Boat Dock(s) No
Boat Ramp(s) Gravel 1
Cell Phone Coverage Yes Verizon 3G
Covered Spaces No
Estimated Lot Size 10000 Square Feet
Fuel No
Lot Cover (Primary) Dirt/Gravel
Parking - Car Gravel 3
Parking - Trailer Gravel 1
Power No
Restroom None
User Fee No
Waste Disposal None
Water (potable) No
Mount Vernon48.30858, -122.34923 48° 18' 30.9", -122° 20' 57.2" 48° 18.515', -122° 20.954'Position - Location:
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Milltown Crossing Access site - Tom Moore Slough BL-TMRS-0.7
Photo: Milltown boat ramp on Tom Moore Slough. Taken in high spring water at mid tide.
Driving Directions
Nearest Address
Site Contact
18429 Milltown RoadMount Vernon, WA 98273
BNSF RailroadPre-Notification Required : Emergency Contact Number800-832-5452
Skagit County Emergency ManagementEmergency Contact : Emergency Management360-416-1850
1. From Seattle, take I-5 North to Skagit County.2.3.
At exit 218 take ramp to Starbird Rd.
4.Turn left on Starbird Rd
5.Continue on Milltown RdFinish at 18429 Milltown Road, 98273, on the left
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CHAPTER 6
Resources at Risk
6.1 CHAPTER INTRODUCTION
This chapter provides a summary of natural, cultural, and economic resources at risk in the planning area. It provides general information on habitat, fish, and wildlife resources, and locations in the area where sensitive natural resource concerns exist. It offers a summary of cultural resources that include fundamental procedures for the discovery of cultural artifacts and human skeletal remains. General information about flight restrictions, wildlife deterrence, and oiled wildlife can be found near the end of this chapter. A list of economic resources in the area is provided in the chapter’s appendix.
This chapter is purposely broad in scope and should not be considered comprehensive. Some of the sensitive resources described in this chapter cannot be addressed in Chapter 4 (Response Strategies and Priorities) because it’s not possible to conduct effective response activities in these locations. Additional information from private organizations or federal, state, tribal, and local government agencies should also be sought during spills.
This material is presented with enough detail to give general information about the area during the first phase of a spill response. During an actual incident, more information about resources at risk will be available from the Environmental Unit in the Planning Section.
The information provided in this chapter can be used in:
• Assisting the Environmental Unit (EU) and Operations in developing additional responsestrategies beyond those found in Chapter 4.
• Providing resource-at-risk “context” to responders, clean-up workers, and others during theinitial phase of a spill response in the GRP area.
• Briefing responders and incident command staff that may be unfamiliar with sensitiveresource concerns in the GRP area.
• Providing background information for personnel involved in media presentations andpublic outreach during a spill incident.
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The lower Skagit River basin includes a wide variety of aquatic, riparian, and upland habitats. The area provides habitat to all of Washington’s anadromous salmonid species and affords a variety of habitat to many bird species as well. These varied habitats support a complex diversity of wildlife species, including large and small mammals; passerine (song) birds, raptors, upland birds, and waterfowl; reptiles; and amphibians. Some species are resident throughout the year; while others are migratory either within the basin or, in many cases, seasonally migrate outside the basin. Many wildlife species found in this area are classified as threatened, endangered, sensitive, or candidate for listing under the federal Endangered Species Act or Washington State guidelines.
Classification types are listed below, with the abbreviation of each type provided in the brackets (to the right of the classification).
• Federal Endangered (FE)
• Federal Threatened (FT)
• Federal Candidate (FC)
• State Endangered (SE)
• State Threatened (ST)
• State Sensitive (SS)
Sensitive species that may occur within this area, at some time of year, include the following federal and state listed species.
Birds:
• Common loon [SS]
• Marbled Murrelet [FT/ST]
• Streaked Horned Lark [FT/SE]*
• Yellow-billed Cuckoo [FT]*
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Fish:
• Bull trout/Dolly Varden [FT]
• Chinook salmon [FT]
6.2 NATURAL RESOURCES AT RISK - SUMMARY
Most biological communities are susceptible to the effects of oil spills. Plant communities on land; aquatic plants; microscopic plants and animals; and larger animals, such as fish, amphibians and reptiles, birds, mammals, and a wide variety of invertebrates, are all potentially at risk from smothering, acute toxicity, and/or the chronic long-term effects that may result from being exposed to spilled oil.
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6.2.1 General Resource Concerns
6.2.1a Habitats
• The sloughs and river deltas associated with the larger drainages provide a variety of keyhabitats for fish, shellfish, waterfowl, herons, and other species.
• Shallow intertidal and subtidal habitats, sheltered bays and coves are critically importantas rearing areas for juvenile salmon, Dungeness crab, hardshell clams and other fish andshellfish. These habitats are important feeding areas for marine birds, shorebirds, herons,and eagles.
• The salt marsh located in sheltered areas of the Skagit River delta supports a diverse array offish and wildlife species.
• The riparian areas adjacent to the lower Skagit River, and its tributaries, contain elements ofboth aquatic and terrestrial ecosystems and provide rich and vital resources to a wide varietyof fish and wildlife. Approximately 85 percent of Washington’s terrestrial vertebrate wildlifespecies depend on riparian habitats for all or critical portions of their life histories.
• Human-made structures such as pilings, rock jetties or log rafts may be used as roosting ornesting areas for a variety of birds and raptors and haulout areas for seals.
• The rivers and streams of this region provide abundant habitat for spawning salmonids.
• Wetlands in this region include areas along the main stem of the lower Skagit River. Allwetland types support a diverse array of bird, insect and fish and wildlife species.
• Islands provide important nesting habitat for a variety of bird species, as well as habitat for avariety of mammals. Gravel bars provide spawning habitat for Chinook salmon.
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• Stream estuaries that connect the freshwater and marine water environments areconcentration areas for anadromous fish and are feeding areas for a variety of birds.
Amphibians and Reptiles:
• Oregon Spotted Frog [FT/SE]
*Unlikely to be directly oiled during a spill incident.
• Steelhead [FT]
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6.2.1b Fish and Shellfish
• Salmonids (including Chinook, coho, chum, pink, sockeye, cutthroat trout (resident andcoastal), steelhead, and bull trout) are present in the river system throughout the year.Thousands of juvenile salmonids use the nearshore areas, backwaters and sloughs asrearing and foraging areas. Returning adult salmonids spawn throughout the river systemand support significant tribal, commercial and recreational fisheries. Some stocks arepresent year-round.
• In addition to salmonids, several dozen species of freshwater fish exist in Washingtonstreams and rivers - including those within the Skagit River basin. These species all provideimportant contributions to stream ecology.
• Hardshell clams and oysters are commonly found intertidally along this area’s marineshorelines. Extensive geoduck beds also occur intertidally and sub-tidally throughout muchof the region.
• Dungeness crabs are commonly found within the Skagit River delta into Skagit Bay.
6.2.1c Wildlife
• Seabird concentrations routinely occur year-round in the marine areas adjacent to therivers mouths and shorelines. The largest concentrations occur in these areas from the fallthrough the spring months. There are documented seabird nesting colonies on the islandsnear Padilla and Skagit Bays.
• Shorebird concentrations (dunlins, sandpipers, plovers, etc. in the many thousands)routinely occur along the mudflats of the river deltas during the annual migrations (fallthrough spring).
• Bald eagles and great blue herons nest throughout the region and forage in intertidal andnearshore waters year-round. Peregrine falcons also occur in the lower Skagit River anddelta.
• Waterfowl concentrations including trumpeter swans and a variety of other species may befound seasonally throughout the region with heavy concentrations in the lower river anddelta.
• Oregon spotted frog may be present in the undisturbed shallow lakes and emergentwetlands associated with the Skagit River.
• Resident and migratory songbirds heavily utilize riparian habitats year-round and aresusceptible to oiling if riparian vegetation and shorelines become contaminated.
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• Harbor seal haulouts are present in the area, with the Skagit River delta a regionallyimportant site. In addition, California sea lions are often observed using navigational buoysin the adjacent marine waters as haulouts.
• Mammals common to the area include deer and elk, bats, and various semi-aquatic speciessuch as muskrat, beaver, river otter, etc. The semi-aquatic mammals are largely dependenton riverine areas, ponds, tributaries, and riparian forests for den sites and foraging areas.
6.2.2 Specific Geographic Areas of Concern
1. Skagit River Delta – harbor seal haulouts, waterfowl and shorebird concentrations, foragefish spawning habitat.
2. Lower Nookachamps Creek and surrounding lakes (including Clear and Barney) –waterfowl winter concentration area. Swan, loon, and other waterfowl present. Salmonidspawning and rearing presence. Riparian and wetland habitat.
3. Big Lake – waterfowl winter concentration area (especially diving ducks and swans), eagles.Salmonid spawning and rearing. Lake, riparian, and wetland habitats.
Figure 6-1: Specific Geographic Areas of Concern
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6.3 CULTURAL RESOURCES AT RISK - SUMMARY
Culturally significant resources are present within the planning area. Information regarding the type and location of cultural resources is maintained by the Washington Department of Archeology and Historic Preservation (WDAHP). This sensitive information is made available to the Washington Department of Ecology for oil spill preparedness and response planning. The Tribal Historic Preservation Offices (THPOs) or Cultural Resource Departments of local tribes (see Table 6-1) may also be able to provide information on cultural resources at risk in the area and should be contacted, along with WDAHP, through normal trustee notification processes when significant oil spills, or smaller spills above reportable thresholds, occur in the area.
During a spill response, after the Unified Command is established, information related to specific archeological concerns will be coordinated through the Environmental Unit. In order to ensure that tactical response strategies do not inadvertently harm culturally sensitive sites, WDAHP should be consulted before disturbing any soil or sediment during a response action. WDAHP and/or the Tribal governments may assign a person, or provide a list of professional archeologists that can be contracted, to monitor response activities and cleanup operations for the protection of cultural resources. Due to the sensitive nature of such information, details regarding the location and type of cultural resources present are not included in this document.
Table 6-1: LSKAR-GRP Cultural Resource Contacts
Contact Phone Email
Washington Department of Archaeology & Historic Preservation
(360) 586-3065 [email protected]
Lummi Nation 360-312-2257, 360-961-7752
Muckleshoot Tribe 253-876-3272 [email protected]
Nooksack Indian Tribe 360-592-5176 (work) 360-305-9126 (cell)
Samish Indian Nation 360-293-6404 x126 [email protected]
Sauk-Suiattle Tribe 360-436-0347 [email protected]
Stillaguamish Tribe of Indians 360-652-3687 x14 [email protected]
The Suquamish Tribe 360-394-8529 [email protected]
Swinomish Indian Tribal Community 360-466-7352 [email protected]
Tulalip Tribes 425-239-0182 [email protected]
Upper Skagit Indian Tribe 360-854-7009 [email protected]
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6.3.1 Discovery of Human Skeletal Remains
Any human remains, burial sites, or burial-related materials that are discovered during a spill response must be treated with respect at all times (photographing human remains is prohibited to all except the appropriate authorities). Refer to Section 9403 of the Northwest Area Contingency Plan for National Historic Preservation Act Compliance Guidelines during an emergency response.
6.3.2 Procedures for the Discovery of Cultural Resources
If any person monitoring work activities or involved in spill response believes that they have encountered cultural resources, all work must be stopped immediately and the Incident Commander and Cultural Resource Specialist notified. The area of work stoppage must be adequate to provide for the security, protection, and integrity of the material or artifact(s) discovered.
Prehistoric Cultural Resources: (May include, but are not limited to, any of the following items)
• Lithic debitage (stone chips and other tool-making byproducts)• Flaked or ground stone tools• Exotic rock, minerals, or quarries• Concentrations of organically stained sediments, charcoal, or ash• Fire-modified rock• Rock alignments or rock structures• Bone (burned, modified, or in association with other bone, artifacts, or features)• Shell or shell fragments• Petroglyphs and pictographs• Fish weirs, fish traps, and prehistoric water craft• Culturally modified trees• Physical locations or features (traditional cultural properties)
Historic cultural material: (May include any of the following items over 50 years old)
• Bottles, or other glass• Cans• Ceramics• Milled wood, brick, concrete, metal, or other building material• Trash dumps• Homesteads, building remains• Logging, mining, or railroad features• Piers, wharves, docks, bridges, dams, or shipwrecks
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6.4 ECONOMIC RESOURCES AT RISK SUMMARY
Socio-economic sensitive resources are facilities or locations that rely on a body of water to be economically viable. Because of their location, they could be severely impacted if an oil spill were to occur. Economically sensitive resources are separated into three categories: critical infrastructure, water dependent commercial areas, and water dependent recreation areas. Appendix 6 A of this chapter provides a list of economic resources for this planning area.
6.5 GENERAL INFORMATION
6.5.1 Flight restriction zones
Flight restriction zones may be recommended by the Environmental Unit (Planning Section) for the purpose of reducing disturbances that could result in injury to wildlife during an oil spill. By keeping a safe distance or altitude from identified sensitive areas, pilots can lessen the risk of aircraft/bird collisions, prevent the accidental hazing of wildlife into oiled areas, and avoid causing the abandonment of nests.
Implementation of Flight Restriction Zones will take place within the Air Operations Branch (Operations Section) after a Unified Command is formed. The Planning Section’s Environmental Unit will work with the Air Ops Branch Director to resolve any potential conflicts with flight activities that are essential to the spill response effort. Typically, the area within a 1,500-foot radius and below 1,000 feet in altitude is restricted to flying in areas that have been identified as sensitive; however, some areas have more restrictive zones. In addition to restrictions associated with wildlife, Tribal authorities may also request notification when overflights are likely to affect culturally sensitive areas within reservations. See Section 9301.3.2 and Section 9301.3.3 of the Northwest Area Contingency Plan for more information on the use of aircraft and helicopters in open water and shoreline responses.
6.5.2 Wildlife Deterrence
After a Unified Command is formed, the Wildlife Branch (Operations Section), in consultation with the appropriate trustee agencies and the Environmental Unit, will evaluate wildlife deterrent options for the purpose of keeping un-oiled birds and mammals away from oil during a spill. The "Bird Deterrence Unit" and "Marine Mammal Deterrence Unit" in the Wildlife Branch would participate in operations. Deterrence options might include the use of acoustic or visual deterrent devices, boats, aircraft or other situation-appropriate tools. For more information see the Northwest Wildlife Response Plan (NWACP Section 9310) and Northwest Area Wildlife Deterrence Resources (NWACP Section 9311).
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6.5.3 Oiled Wildlife
Attempting to capture oiled wildlife can be hazardous to both the animal and the person attempting the capture. Response personnel should not approach or attempt to recover oiled wildlife. Responders should report their observations of oiled wildlife to the Wildlife Branch so appropriate action can be taken. Information provided should include the location, date, and time of the sighting, and the estimated number and kind of animals observed. Early on in the response, before a Unified Command is established, oiled wildlife sightings should be reported to Washington Emergency Management Division. For more information see the Northwest Wildlife Response Plan (NWACP Section 9310).
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List of Economic Resources
Category Name Location Lat Long Contact Phone Email A1 – Drinking Water Intakes
City of Anacortes Main Intake
Skagit River RM 13.6 14489 River Bend Rd Mt Vernon, WA 98273
48.4377 -122.3748 City of Anacortes Water Treatment Plan
360-428-1598 n/a
A1 – Drinking Water Intakes
Skagit County PUD Intake
Skagit River RM 24.5 25347 S Skagit Hwy, Sedro-Woolley 98284
48.4883 -122.2000 Skagit PUD #1 360-424-7104 n/a
A3 – Federal or State Water Projects or Irrigation Channels for Agriculture
Pump Station - Dunbar Rd
Skagit River RM 12.9
48.4282 -122.3601 Diking District 1 - Commissioner Cell Phones
360-661-3480 360-661-6044 360-661-1934
[email protected] [email protected] [email protected]
A3 – Federal or State Water Projects or Irrigation Channels for Agriculture
Flood Gate - Dunbar Rd
Skagit River RM 12.9
48.4312 -122.3603 Diking District 1 - Commissioner Cell Phones
360-661-3480 360-661-6044 360-661-1934
[email protected] [email protected] [email protected]
A3 – Federal or State Water Projects or Irrigation Channels for Agriculture
Flood Gate - Fisher Slough/Skagit River
Fisher Slough 48.3238 -122.3426 Diking District 3 - Commissioner Cell Phones
360-770-0168 360-661-1566 360-661-1453
[email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected]
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Category Name Location Lat Long Contact Phone Email A3 – Federal or State Water Projects or Irrigation Channels for Agriculture
Pump Station - Log Yard Drainage
Steamboat Slough 48.3382 -122.3451 Diking District 3 - Commissioner Cell Phones
360-770-0168 360-661-1566 360-661-1453
[email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected]
A3 – Federal or State Water Projects or Irrigation Channels for Agriculture
Ag Drainage Flood Gate - Fisher Slough
Fisher Slough 48.3243 -122.3404 Diking District 3 - Commissioner Cell Phones
360-770-0168 360-661-1566 360-661-1453
[email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected]
A3 – Federal or State Water Projects or Irrigation Channels for Agriculture
Pump Station - Gages Slough/Skagit River
Gages Slough 48.4503 -122.3557 City of Burlington Sewer Department
360-848-3510 n/a
A3 – Federal or State Water Projects or Irrigation Channels for Agriculture
Flood Gate - Whitmarsh Rd/Skagit River (Port)
Skagit River RM 16 48.4463 -122.3315 Diking District 12 - Commissioner Cell Phones
360-661-2227 360-708-8871 360-661-7936 360-708-1595
[email protected] [email protected] [email protected]
A3 – Federal or State Water Projects or Irrigation Channels for Agriculture
Pump Station - Rexville
Unnamed Creek to North Fork
48.3663 -122.4188 Drainage and Irrigation District 15 - Commissioner Cell Phones
360-840-1163 360-661-3603 206-719-3969
[email protected] [email protected] [email protected]
A3 – Federal or State Water Projects or Irrigation Channels for Agriculture
Flood Gate - Rexville
Unnamed Creek to North Fork
48.3661 -122.4188 Drainage and Irrigation District 15 - Commissioner Cell Phones
360-840-1163 360-661-3603 206-719-3969
[email protected] [email protected] [email protected]
A3 – Federal or State Water Projects or Irrigation Channels for Agriculture
Pump Station - Kayton'S Slough (Conway)
Kayton's Slough 48.3418 -122.3473 Drainage and Irrigation District 17 - Commissioner Cell Phones
360-770-9925 360-661-1307 360-661-5722
[email protected] [email protected] [email protected]
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Category Name Location Lat Long Contact Phone Email A3 – Federal or State Water Projects or Irrigation Channels for Agriculture
Flood Gate - Kayton'S Slough (Conway)
Kayton's Slough 48.3417 -122.3476 Drainage and Irrigation District 17 - Commissioner Cell Phones
360-770-9925 360-661-1307 360-661-5722
[email protected] [email protected] [email protected]
A3 – Federal or State Water Projects or Irrigation Channels for Agriculture
Flood Gate - Skagit River Riverbend
Skagit River RM 12.5
48.4314 -122.3542 Drainage and Irrigation District 17 - Commissioner Cell Phones
360-770-9925 360-661-1307 360-661-5722
[email protected] [email protected] [email protected]
A3 – Federal or State Water Projects or Irrigation Channels for Agriculture
Pump Station - Higgins Slough/Mickey Jensen
Higgins Slough 48.4522 -122.403 Drainage and Irrigation District 19 - Commissioner Cell Phones
360-961-8882 360-391-0774 360-708-3196
[email protected] [email protected] [email protected]
A3 – Federal or State Water Projects or Irrigation Channels for Agriculture
Flood Gate - Unnamed Creek In Mt Vernon
Unnamed Creek to Skagit River RM 16.3
48.4445 -122.3175 Diking Drainage and Irrigation District 20 - Commissioner Cell Phones
360-661-7135 [email protected] [email protected]
A3 – Federal or State Water Projects or Irrigation Channels for Agriculture
Pump Station - Wiley Slough Pump
Wiley Slough 48.3252 -122.3717 Dike District 22 - Commissioner Cell Phones
360-391-0548 360-770-2166 360-770-2168 360-661-4241 360-661-4357
[email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected]
A3 – Federal or State Water Projects or Irrigation Channels for Agriculture
Pump Station - Skagit River
Skagit River RM 11
48.4188 -122.3452 Mount Vernon Spill Response Hotline
360-336-6204 n/a
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Category Name Location Lat Long Contact Phone Email A3 – Federal or State Water Projects or Irrigation Channels for Agriculture
Pump Station - Britt Slough
Britt Slough 48.3936 -122.3579 Skagit County Drainage Utility
360-770-7661 n/a
A3 – Federal or State Water Projects or Irrigation Channels for Agriculture
Tide Gate - 981876
Between Freshwater and Deepwater
48.3242 -122.3661 WDFW Skagit Wildlife Area
360-445-4441 n/a
A3 – Federal or State Water Projects or Irrigation Channels for Agriculture
Tide Gate - 981923
Deepwater slough 48.3248 -122.3559 WDFW Skagit Wildlife Area
360-445-4441 n/a
B5 – Commercial Fishing and Shellfish Harvest Areas
Upper Skagit Indian Tribe
South Skagit Bay 48.2672 -122.4250 Natural Resources Director
360-770-5374 [email protected]
B5 – Commercial Fishing and Shellfish Harvest Areas
Trans Ocean Seafoods Inc
South Skagit Bay 48.2779 -122.4210 Bellingham Corporate Office
800-290-2722 n/a
B6 – Fish Hatcheries WDFW Samish Hatchery
Friday Creek 5585 Old Highway 99 Burlington, WA 98233
48.5651 -122.3326 WDFW Samish Fish Hatchery
360-724-3131 n/a
C2 – Public Recreation Areas
Skagit Bay Estuary Wildlife Area (Island Unit)
Freshwater Slough to Tom Moore Slough
48.3121 -122.3725 WDFW Skagit Wildlife Area Manager
360-445-4441 n/a
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Category Name Location Lat Long Contact Phone Email C2 – Public Recreation Areas
Fir Island Farms Reserve Wildlife Area
Mann Rd at Fir Island Rd, Conway, WA 98273
48.3403 -122.352 WDFW Skagit Wildlife Area Manager
360-445-4442 n/a
C2 – Public Recreation Areas
Skagit Wildlife Area Cottonwood Island Unit
Skagit River at both forks, RM 6 - 9
48.3912 -122.3712 WDFW Skagit Wildlife Area Manager
360-445-4443 n/a
C2 – Public Recreation Areas
Debay Slough Wildlife Area
Skagit River left, RM 21
48.4718 -122.265 WDFW Skagit Wildlife Area Manager
360-445-4444 n/a
C4 – Parks and Beaches
Skagit River Park
1100 S. Skagit St. Burlington, WA 98233
48.4565 -122.3223 City of Burlington Parks and Recreation
360-755-9649 n/a
C4 – Parks and Beaches
Edgewater Park 216 S Ball St, Mt Vernon WA 98273
48.4279 -122.3473 City of Mount Vernon Parks and Recreation Department
360-336-6215 n/a
C4 – Parks and Beaches
Lion's Park 501 Freeway Drive, Mt Vernon WA 98273
48.4294 -122.3424 City of Mount Vernon Parks and Recreation Department
360-336-6215 n/a
C4 – Parks and Beaches
Skagit Riverwalk Park
509 S. Main Street Mount Vernon, WA 98273
48.4199 -122.339 City of Mount Vernon Parks and Recreation Department
360-336-6215 n/a
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Category Name Location Lat Long Contact Phone Email C4 – Parks and Beaches
Sedro-Woolley Riverfront Park
1001 River Road, Sedro-Woolley, WA 98284
48.49 -122.221 City of Sedro-Woolley Parks and Recreation
360-855-1661 n/a
C4 – Parks and Beaches
Conway Park 20800 Dike Road, Mt Vernon WA 98273
48.3416 -122.3502 Skagit County Parks and Recreation Department
360-416-1350 n/a
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