Aquatic invasive species can clog water intake pipes and impede the flow of water to municipal water supplies, irrigation operations, and power plants.

Aquatic invasive species can cause long-term taste and odor issues in drinking water supplies.

The goal of the Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) Program is to protect Whatcom County's natural resources, infrastructure, recreation, wildlife, and economy from the impacts of aquatic invasive species by:

By educating all Whatcom County boaters and residents, the Aquatic Invasive Species Prevention Program aims to protect:

Eurasian watermilfoil has NOT been found growing in any lake in Whatcom County.

Inspectors will ask you where and when your watercraft was last used.