Floodplains

Floodplains are the areas of low-lying ground adjacent to rivers, formed mainly of nutrient-rich river sediments and subject to flooding after storms and heavy snowmelt.

Source: Floodplains by Design

Aerial photo of Hansen Creek restoration site in Skagit County, WA. October 15, 2010. Photo: Kari Neumeyer/NWIFC

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Nature inspires new approach to flood control

Scientists are rethinking floodplain management in Puget Sound. Can we have our farms and salmon too?

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Floodplains