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Saltese Flats Wetland Restoration
Spokane County Environmental Services is working to restore wetlands at Saltese Flats. As part of the project, Utilities has purchased three parcels on the Flats, totaling 600 acres. These 3 parcels make up the land area called "Option B" during the completed feasibility study. We believe that restored wetlands in that area will provide benefits in several ways including:
- Delaying runoff to recharge the Spokane Valley-Rathdrum Prairie Aquifer to increase flow in the Spokane River during late summer months
- Restoring a diverse wildlife habitat
- Providing a community resource for public access and education
- Allowing for possible future application of Class A reclaimed water
Anticipated Timeline
- Complete final design: Spring 2018
- Project bidding: August 2018
- Construction and implementation: September 2018
Additional Information
- Public Project Update Meeting (2013)
- Annual monitoring reports
- Water Year 2018 Monitoring Report (PDF) (October 2017 through September 2018)
- Water Year 2017 Monitoring Report (PDF) (October 2016 through September 2017)
- Water Year 2016 Monitoring Report (PDF) (October 2015 through September 2016)
- Water Year 2015 Monitoring Report (PDF) (October 2014 through September 2015)
- Water Year 2014 Monitoring Report (PDF) (October 2013 through September 2014)
- Water Year 2013 Monitoring Report (PDF) (October 2012 through September 2013)
- Water Year 2012 Monitoring Report (PDF) (October 2011 through September 2012)
- Water Year 2011 Monitoring Report (PDF) (October 2010 through September 2011)
- Neighborhood meeting presentation slides (PDF),
- Project Background
- Feasibility Study (completed March 2010)
- Reclaimed Water
Helpful Resources
For more information or to send comment or questions, please email Ben Brattebo, Water Resources Specialist.