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December 8, 2025
Kitsap County Public Works Stormwater Division launches study to strengthen stormwater resilience in the Point No Point area
PORT ORCHARD, Wash. - Kitsap County Public Works Stormwater Division is launching a yearlong study to better understand stormwater and flooding concerns in the Point No Point area. Beginning this month, the Stormwater Division and its technical partners will gather information to analyze how water moves through the area. The project will use data to help identify options to improve drainage and reduce flood risks along Point No Point Road and the surrounding areas.
The study will not endorse any particular project, but will evaluate a range of possibilities. The project will wrap up at the end of 2026 and will outline three conceptual design alternatives. It is funded by a Stormwater Strategic Initiative (SIL) grant from the Washington Department of Ecology via the National Estuary Program.
A webpage found at kcowa.us/PNPStormwater, provides an overview of the study, project timeline, and ways to stay informed.
Upcoming Winter Field Work
Beginning in December 2025, residents may notice short-term field work taking place. All field work will be completed by a small crew (2-3 people) using hand tools. Crews will carry proper identification and will not enter private property without prior permission. No construction or disturbance to the marsh will occur during this phase.
This field work is not related to the Point No Point beach restoration project, which is wrapping up later this winter.
Field work for the stormwater study this winter may include:
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Installing flow-measuring equipment at one or two locations, including near or inside the outlet pipe structure from the marsh and another upstream site to be determined. These devices help track how much water is moving through the area during storms and high tides.
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Conducting brief survey work within the public right of way to better understand local elevations, drainage patterns, and observations during high tide events.
Why This Study Matters
Point No Point experiences flooding from high tides, groundwater, and heavy rain. With climate conditions changing, understanding these patterns is essential to:
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Protect public infrastructure from flooding
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Reduce safety risks during storms and high-water events
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Support healthy habitat for fish and wildlife
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Honor the cultural and community values that make the area unique
This study will help the County explore feasible, climate-resilient stormwater solutions grounded in science and shaped by community perspectives.
Community Engagement Opportunities
Community input is vital to this effort. Public meetings are planned for spring 2026, when the Stormwater Division will share early findings and conceptual stormwater approaches for feedback. Additional opportunities for community conversations may be scheduled as the study progresses. Updates will be posted on the project webpage throughout the study.
Stay Connected
Residents are encouraged to:
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Contact Information
Kimberly Pleger, Public Works Communications Manager, at 360.337.5777 or 360.277.6032
Michelle Perdue, Senior Stormwater Program Manager, at 360.337.5777
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