Agency Overview The "seeds" for the creation of the SFWMD were planted in the late 1940s. The agency's responsibilities have evolved to meet the needs of a growing human population and increasingly stressed natural systems. more >
Our Mission, Vision & Values What goals guide the agency, its leaders and staff? Learn about SFWMD's four part mission; to manage and protect water quality, flood control, ecosystem restoration and water supply. more >
Office & Field Locations SFWMD includes 16 counties. To serve these varied communities, local offices and field stations are found from central Florida to both east and west coasts, and south to the Florida Keys. more >
Overview Maps Discover the primary lakes, rivers and wetlands within the SFWMD; as well as the counties, cities and planning watersheds that are found within our borders. more >
Budget & Strategic Plan SFWMD projects and programs are funded by ad valorem (property) taxes, and by other sources such as federal and state revenues and grants. more >
How We're Organized The Executive Director, with the Assistant Executive Director oversees five resource areas: Everglades Restoration; Water Resources; Operations & Maintenance Resources; Government and Public Affairs and Corporate Resources. more >
Agency Overview
Northern Everglades
