The South Florida Water Management District (District) operates and maintains 11 navigational locks throughout Central and Southern Florida.
DID YOU KNOW: These navigational locks provide access to an interconnected system of waterways, including the Kissimmee Chain of Lakes, Kissimmee River and Lake Okeechobee.
From its sawgrass marshes and freshwater wetlands to its prairies and forested uplands, America’s Everglades is a one-of-a-kind ecosystem that is found nowhere else in the world.
DID YOU KNOW: In celebration of Everglades Day, the South Florida Water Management District (District) is highlighting this extraordinary ecosystem and the continued efforts to protect and restore it.
Water Conservation Month starts today, serving as an important reminder that we all have a role in protecting our water resources and ensuring a more sustainable water supply.
DID YOU KNOW: Around 3 billion gallons of water are used every day in Central and Southern Florida by 9 million residents and visitors.
In recognition of World Water Day, the South Florida Water Management District (District) is highlighting the significant progress that continues to be made for the resiliency and restoration of the region’s water resources.
