Water Supply

Rainfall replenishes the aquifers that supply close to 90% of the region's drinking water. But rain can be scarcest when demand is highest, stressing water supplies.

Water Shortage Restrictions
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		Effective April 18, most areas of the District will be allowed to water two-days-a-week if needed. Improved conditions prompted the modified mandatory water use restrictions. more >
QUESTIONS & ANSWERS: Two-Day-A-Week Watering

WATER SAVINGS INCENTIVE PROGRAM (SIP): Get Grant Application (You will need to register from this link).

A Shared Responsibility

While the SFWMD is responsible for permits that determine how much water city and county utilities and other large users are allowed to withdraw from our shared underground water reserves, it is not responsible for delivering, or treating the water you use in your home or business. If you have questions about your water bill, or about water pressure or water quality, you should contact your city or county. The same is true for sewage treatment questions. Both these activities are overseen by the state's Department of Environmental Protection (DEP).

Planning & Partnerships

Water Supply Plans

Monroe County is within the Lower East Coast water supply planning area – one of four areas in the SFWMD.

• Lower East Coast