The South Florida Water Management District's Tidal Outlook for the forecast period of October 12, 2026 through October 18, 2026, is now available. Tidal water levels along South Florida's east and west coasts and the Florida Keys may remain near the NWS "Minor Flooding" threshold and are forecast to gradually decline later in the forecast period.
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The S-193 Boat Lock at Taylor Creek in Okeechobee County is back open seven days a week from 5:30 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.
The other navigational locks on Lake Okeechobee's north shore that are still completely closed to navigation 24 hours a day/7 days a week are listed below:
Join the South Florida Water Management District (SFWMD) for upcoming public meetings in the next few weeks. For a list of all upcoming meetings, check out our Meeting Calendar. Meeting agendas are available at least seven days in advance.
The South Florida Water Management District is encouraging our partners, stakeholders and the public to provide written comments on the Draft 2026–2036 DuPuis Management Area General Management Plan.
View the Draft 2026-2036 DuPuis Management Area General Management Plan.