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Warming temps, rain could bring flooding and ice jams

Warming temps, rain could bring flooding and ice jams

The National Weather Service is forecasting warmer temperatures and possible rain this week – weather conditions that may lead to the formation of hazardous ice jams and flooding along the county’s rivers and streams.

Posted: January 13, 2017

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Chelan County invites public to comment on transportation needs

Chelan County invites public to comment on transportation needs

What will Chelan County's transportation system look like in 20 years? The County invites the public to comment on its transportation needs. Send your comments to public.works@co.chelan.wa.us.

Posted: November 18, 2016

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Whispering Ridge Road closed -- local traffic only

Whispering Ridge Road closed -- local traffic only

Chelan County and its consultant continue to monitor Whispering Ridge Road

Posted: November 01, 2016

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Hazardous trees to come down on Chumstick Highway

Hazardous trees to come down on Chumstick Highway

The second phase of a hazardous tree removal project on Chumstick Highway begins Oct. 19.

Posted: October 18, 2016

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Homeowners reminded to clear drainways to protect against mudflows, flooding

Homeowners reminded to clear drainways to protect against mudflows, flooding

Recent rains caused a mudflow event on Saturday, Oct. 15, on South Lakeshore Road near Chelan, near milepost 6.

Posted: October 17, 2016

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Single Lane Restored on Joe Miller Road between milepost 2.12 - milepost 2.25

Single Lane Restored on Joe Miller Road between milepost 2.12 - milepost 2.25

Chelan County Public Works crews were able to reopen one lane of Joe Miller Road between mileposts 2.12 and 2.25 .

Posted: July 14, 2016

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Seasonal Closure of Burch Mountain Road

Seasonal Closure of Burch Mountain Road

The seasonal closure of Burch Mountain Road is now in effect.

Posted: February 16, 2016

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Seasonal Closure of Horselake Road & Oklahoma Gulch Road

Seasonal Closure of Horselake Road & Oklahoma Gulch Road

A reminder that winter weather initiates closures of Horselake Road & Oklahoma Gulch Road.

Posted: November 30, 2015

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South Lakeshore Road Hazard Tree Removal Beginning November 30, 2015

South Lakeshore Road Hazard Tree Removal Beginning November 30, 2015

Chelan County Public Works has identified approximately 68 trees in the County right-of-way along South Lakeshore and will begin removal of these trees beginning Monday, November 30, 2015.

Posted: November 24, 2015

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Chelan County Calendar

Upcoming events and schedules at the county!

  • 11
    Oct 2024
    08:00 AM - 05:00 PM

    Local Voters Pamphlet mailed to voters

    Posted by: Chelan County Elections

    Local Voters' Pamphlet mailed to voters.

  • 02
    Oct 2024
    09:00 AM - 10:00 AM

    Hearing Examiner - October 2, 2024

    Posted by: Community Development

    By Zoom Video Conference or in person
  • 25
    Sep 2024
    06:30 PM - 09:00 PM

    Planning Commission - September 25, 2024

    Posted by: Community Development

    400 Douglas Street
  • 20
    Sep 2024
    08:00 AM - 05:00 PM

    Ballots mailed for military, overseas and out of state voters

    Posted by: Chelan County Elections

    Ballots mailed for Military, Overseas and Out of State voters

  • 18
    Sep 2024
    01:00 PM - 02:00 PM

    Hearing Examiner - September 18, 2024

    Posted by: Community Development

    Chelan County Administrative Building or via zoom