Surveying for Atlantic Salmon

WDFW is conducting surveys in fresh water areas to assess these potential impacts of Atlantic salmon from all sources of escape. The Pacific States Marine Fisheries Commission has also provided a grant to WDFW to survey selected freshwater streams throughout Washington. The goal of the survey is to assess the presence and distribution of Atlantic salmon in selected watersheds. In streams where Atlantic salmon are found, established procedures will be followed to estimate abundance. Reported sightings of Atlantic salmon in watersheds will be followed up by WDFW staff to confirm their presence and document spawning, rearing, or other elements of colonization.