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Big Cypress Basin

The South Florida Water Management District is comprised of two major basins, the Okeechobee and the Big Cypress Basin.

The Big Cypress Basin (BCB) includes Collier County and part of Monroe County, and is responsible for the operation, maintenance, planning and capital improvements for approximately 162 miles of canals and 46 water control structures in this region.

Our Office Location

Poinciana Professional Park
2640 Golden Gate Parkway, Suite 205
Naples, FL 34105
Phone: (239) 263-7615
Fax: (239) 263-8166

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bullet Water Managers, City of Naples Partner to Improve Stormwater Management - Projects to enhance flood control, improve water quality, protect Naples Bay. (Jan. 27)

bullet 2009 Roller Coaster of Weather Extremes, Water Management Challenges - Year ends with rainfall deficits on the Caloosahatchee and Southwest Coast. (Jan. 8)

bullet SFWMD, Bonita Springs Partner to Improve Stormwater Management - Work to help alleviate flooding for city residents, improve regional water quality. (Dec. 15)

bullet Three Local Partner Agreements to Benefit Big Cypress Basin - SFWMD invests more than $1.1 million in projects to expand alternative water supplies and improve stormwater management. (Dec. 14)

LOCAL GOVERNMENT NEWSLETTER - news and information of interest to local governments in the Big Cypress Basin and Collier County.

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Water Shortage Restrictions
Remain in Effect

Water Shortage - more info

Residents in most areas are allowed to water from one to two-days-a-week, if needed. Deepening drought makes conservation even more important. more >

Frequently Asked Questions about Water Restrictions

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Photo of Charles J. Dauray

Governing Board members representing this region:
bullet Charles J. Dauray
Big Cypress Basin  Board Chairman and
Joe Collins bullet


Photo of Joe Collins

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Photo of Clarence S. Tears, Jr.

bullet Clarence S. Tears, Jr.
is the Director of the Big Cypress Basin.
Phone: (239) 263-7615, ext. 7601
or e-mail ctearsjr@sfwmd.gov



The BCB Field Station is located nearby, at 6167 Janes Lane, Naples, Florida 34109. Hours of operation are from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.

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