The Port of Olympia has released results from sediment testing in East Bay, identifying contamination levels and areas where natural recovery may be possible. The testing marks the first phase of a larger sediment assessment effort in Budd Inlet, according to a Port announcement dated October 27, 2025.
The Port said marine experts conducted months of sediment sampling and lab analysis before releasing the findings. Results identified both contaminated zones and areas considered candidates for natural recovery, though specific contaminant types and concentration levels were not detailed in the announcement.
The East Bay assessment is part of a broader effort to understand the environmental condition of Budd Inlet, the body of water that borders downtown Olympia. Additional phases of sediment testing are expected to follow.