We provide stormwater leadership through research, training, and education.
The Washington Stormwater Center is a collaboration between Washington State University and University of Washington. Our mission is to provide stormwater management solutions and leadership through research, training, and education.
6PPD-Quinone Tire Research
Ground-breaking research done by Dr. Jen McIntyre and others has established a link between coho salmon pre-spawn mortality and the rubber preservative 6PPD-Quinone commonly found in tires. This discovery has garnered attention, not only from the scientific community but also from major industry heads and lawmakers.
Latest Research and News
How roofs can add pollutants to your stormwater.
Inspecting and properly maintaining your roof is an important industrial source control BMP. There is a lot of talk about…
Material Storage and Handling
How you store and handle materials on your site can significantly impact your stormwater compliance. The key to proper material…
