Watershed Management Plan - Mason County

Appendix
A Sub-basin Summaries
• Stormwater drainage into Hood Canal has been cited as contributor
to poor water quality near Hoodsport;
• Roads and residential development have degraded and limited fish
access to habitat in the estuary and in riparian areas;
• The construction of dikes, channeling of the stream, and removal of
large woody debris have led to decreased habitat quality; and
• Culverts and other structures limit fish passage in several creeks and
can block transport of woody debris.
• Population growth and future development may place further strain
on water resources in the sub-basin.
page 78 Final Plan for County Adoption – May 11, 2006