The goal of decontamination is to kill and remove all evidence of aquatic invasive species using high-pressure, hot water.
Inspectors will only need to do a visual inspection of the exterior of the watercraft.
Inspectors rely on both your answers to survey questions as well as a visual and physical inspection of the watercraft to make their risk determination.
Aquatic invasive species can make shoreline areas hazardous and uninviting for recreational users and waterfront property owners.
Eurasian watermilfoil has NOT been found growing in any lake in Whatcom County.
What are inspectors looking and feeling for when they conduct a physical watercraft inspection?
All of our education and outreach efforts are designed to help the public to understand the threat that invasive species pose to Whatcom County waters and steps they can take to help prevent their spread.
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