Fecal Bacteria Pollution

If you see a spill or activity that is causing fecal bacteria pollution (e.g., poop getting into surface water), report it to the Washington State Department of Ecology. Email and online reports are reviewed during office hours. You may request that your personal information be kept confidential.

• Report online: Visit the Department of Ecology's website to access the online form.
• Send an email for quick and easy reporting: click here to e-mail.
• Talk to a person: Report concerns to staff at Ecology’s Bellingham Field Office at 360-255-4400.
• For emergencies: call 911

What to Report

• Where is the problem? Please be as specific as possible.
• What kind of material is involved?
• How much is there?
• Who is responsible for the material?

Other Types of Pollution

• Report a spill of oil or hazardous materials to Washington State Department of Ecology
• Report stormwater pollution and spills to Whatcom County Public Works