What is the deadline to submit comments on this permit application?

Comments must be received in writing no later than 30 days after the last date this notice is published.

Where is the 15th Street Reservoir project located?

The project is at 1497 Eastmont Ave, East Wenatchee, Douglas County, discharging to the Columbia River.

How do I submit a public comment to the Department of Ecology?

Email ecyrewqianoi@ecy.wa.gov or mail to Water Quality Program, Construction Stormwater, P.O. Box 47696, Olympia, WA 98504-7696.

Public Hearing — 1497 Eastmont Ave, East Wenatchee, WA (WWO002385)

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Pipkin Inc. seeks a Construction Stormwater NPDES permit for the 15th Street Reservoir project at 1497 Eastmont Ave, disturbing 3.7 acres for utility work near the Columbia River; public comments are invited within 30 days of the notice's last publication.

Key Takeaways

Project: 15th Street Reservoir at 1497 Eastmont Ave
3.7 acres of soil disturbance for utilities and construction
Receiving water: Columbia River — potential water quality impact
Public comments accepted within 30 days of last publication
Submit comments to ecyrewqianoi@ecy.wa.gov or Ecology mailing address

Published: May 16, 2026 · 3 days ago
Category: Public Hearing
City: East Wenatchee
Address: 1497 Eastmont Ave, East Wenatchee, WA

Case #

WWO002385

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If you don't respond

If no comments are submitted within 30 days of the notice's last publication, Ecology will proceed without public input and may approve permit coverage based on its review and anti-degradation rules.

What to do next

1
Prepare and submit written comments
Send comments by email to ecyrewqianoi@ecy.wa.gov or mail to the Ecology address; ensure they arrive within 30 days of the notice's last publication.
2
Review project impacts
Inspect project location at 1497 Eastmont Ave or consult local resources to assess potential water-quality or neighborhood impacts before commenting.
3
Contact Ecology for questions
Reach out to the Water Quality Program at the provided mailing address or via the comment email for clarifications about the permit or review process.

Frequently asked questions

What is the deadline to submit comments on this permit application?: Comments must be received in writing no later than 30 days after the last date this notice is published.
Where is the 15th Street Reservoir project located?: The project is at 1497 Eastmont Ave, East Wenatchee, Douglas County, discharging to the Columbia River.
How do I submit a public comment to the Department of Ecology?: Email ecyrewqianoi@ecy.wa.gov or mail to Water Quality Program, Construction Stormwater, P.O. Box 47696, Olympia, WA 98504-7696.

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Legal terms in this notice

NPDES: National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System permit for controlling water pollution from discharges.
State Waste Discharge General Permit: State-level permit authorizing routine discharges under set conditions without an individual permit.
Tier II anti-degradation: Rule protecting existing high-quality waters from degradation unless justification shows overriding public interest.

Full Notice Text

Washington State Department of Ecology Construction Stormwater NDPES NOIPipkin Inc, Justin Hansen, 4801 Contractors Dr East Wenatchee, WA 98802-8688,is seeking coverage under the Washington State Department of Ecology's Construction Stormwater NPDES and State Waste Discharge General Permit.The proposed project,15th Street Reservoir,is located at1497 Eastmont Ave in East Wenatchee in Douglas county.This project involves 3.7 acres of soil disturbance for Utilities, construction activities.The receiving wateris Columbia River.Any persons desiring to present their views to the Washington State Department of Ecology regarding this Application, or interested in Ecology's action on this Application, may notify Ecology in writing no later than 30 days of the last date of publication of this notice. Ecology reviews public comments and considers whether discharges from this project would cause a measurable change in receiving water quality, and, if so, whether the project is necessary and in the overriding public interest according to Tier II anti-degradation requirements under WAC 173-201A-320.Comments can be submitted to:ecyrewqianoi@ecy.wa.gov, or ATTN: Water Quality Program, Construction Stormwater Washington State Department of Ecology P.O. Box 47696 Olympia, WA 98504-7696Date: May 16, 23, 2026WWO002385

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