Walla Walla County is located in Southeastern Washington State and is bounded on the north by the Snake River and Oregon on the South. The principle economic activities are food processing, agriculture, wood and paper products, and manufacturing. The County is also home to three colleges, a large state prison, and several federal facilities.
Flooding is the primary natural hazard that threatens the County.
Other significant natural hazards include wildfires, unstable slopes, and severe winter storms. The structure comprises of four subcommittees - Flood. The County hired a project coordinator to administer the initiative. The Project Impact grant application, including the scope of work, has been approved by the Regional office. The next PI meeting will focus on participation in the Southeast Washington State Fair.