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King County’s new recycling and transfer station in Algona nears completion and features improved water quality, restored habitat
When the South County Recycling and Transfer Station in Algona opens this summer to replace its 60-year-old predecessor, customers of King County’s newest solid waste facility will find convenient waste…
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Celebrating winners of the 24th John D. Spellman Awards, King County’s highest honor for historic preservation
Celebrating winners of the 24th John D. Spellman Awards, King County’s highest honor for historic preservation
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VIDEO: A unique salmon recovery partnership in King County has proven to be an effective model for collective impact
A unique salmon recovery partnership in King County has proven to be a successful model for collective impact
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By the numbers: A look back at King County’s response to historic flooding
On Dec. 8, the first of two atmospheric rivers slammed into King County and brought historic river flooding, setting all-time…
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Update: King County closes Flood Warning Center after three weeks of 24/7 monitoring and river patrols, recovery and repair work continues
King County’s Flood Warning Center closed on Dec. 30 at 4:55 p.m. now that rivers have receded. During the three…

DNRP Field Notes
Our talented workforce protects and restores the natural environment for the people, fish, and wildlife of King County, promoting more resilient, sustainable, equitable communities. We restore habitat, build and operate major infrastructure that protects Puget Sound, transform waste management to reduce carbon emissions, and expand and enhance regional parks and trails, all of which contribute to our region’s unique quality of life.
DNRP Field Notes extends this mission by offering a behind-the-scenes look at the people, places, and projects shaping King County’s environment. Through field notes, project updates, photo essays, and stories from our teams and partners, we highlight the science, creativity, and collaboration that drive our work. It’s a space designed to make our environmental stewardship more accessible, connect readers with the communities we serve, and share the innovations, challenges, and everyday moments that define our commitment to a healthier, more resilient region.
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