Our Mission

The Clark Fork-Pend Oreille river system is vital to the quality of life in a watershed that spans three states. Citizens, business, industry, tribes, government and environmental groups are united in the Tri-State Water Quality Council to improve water quality in this watershed. We accomplish our mission through mutual respect, collaboration, science and education.


                                     Our Vision for the Watershed

~ Clean and clear waters throughout the Clark Fork-Pend Oreille Watershed are at the heart of   

   the Tri-State Water Quality Council's vision

~ These waters foster community through region-wide shared values

~ Water quality issues are cooperatively and effectively addressed across jurisdictions

~ The Tri-State Water Quality Council is recognized as the voice for sound, healthy, and     

   balanced water policies throughout the watershed