Who Decides What is a Noxious Weed?
Every year the Washington State Noxious Weed Control Board puts out a State Weed List. Weeds are divided into three classes. Class A Weeds are ones which are not yet widespread in Washington but could have serious impacts if they became established. State law requires eradication of all Class A weeds. Class B Weeds are prevalent in some parts of the state and less so in others; control is required in designated areas. Class C Weeds are ones which are already widespread; control is encouraged but not required. However, counties can select Class B or C Weeds and require control within their own county. Who Should Control Noxious Weeds? State Weed Law says that control of noxious weeds is the landowners responsibility. However, staff of the Jefferson County Noxious Weed Control Program are available to assist landowners with noxious weed identification and control options. We also have tools that can help with weed removal. Feel free to call our office (360-379-5610 ext 205) with your que
