The affected stream flows into Ames Creek and, then, the Snoqualmie River. At present, the manure is blocking the creek, restricting water flow and creating a manure dam.
Some water flow through the blockage continues.
Should this dam break, a dairy farm, farm animals, and a road potentially could be threatened. Public Health officials are currently assessing the risk to the public's health. Assure that domestic animals avoid consumption of and contact with this water. Public Health officials do not believe that local well water will be affected by this incident. All information is general in nature and is not intended to be used as a substitute for appropriate professional advice.