In addition to providing a renewable source of electricity, Tacoma Power’s four hydroelectric projects support major fish and wildlife programs.

Thousands of acres of wildlife land are carefully managed to provide quality wildlife habitat. Some of these wildlife areas are managed by Tacoma Power’s natural resources management team, while others are managed by the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife.

The Cowlitz Wildlife Area encompasses 14,000 acres dedicated to wildlife habitat. Tacoma Power manages 3,500 acres of wildlife land in the Nisqually River Project area. Designated zones are managed differently on the basis of their unique habitats and features.