LORS 2008 Implementation on 12/15/08:

Operations Department Technical Input

 

Stages in Lake Okeechobee are now within the base flow sub-band.  Tributary inflows are currently in the near normal category.  The seasonal outlook for net inflow into the lake is for dry conditions.  The LORSS recommended discharges are up to 450 cfs at S-79 and up to 200 cfs at S-80, and no discharges to the water conservation areas.  Based on the lack of benefit to the St. Lucie Estuary from the 200 cfs release, it is suggested that this be discontinued. Base flow releases to the Caloosahatchee Estuary should be increased to 600 cfs.

 

 

 

 

Refer to the current SFWMD Position Analysis tracking chart and the LOK stage & discharge history for more information.  

 

For further information regarding technical input for this week’s release decision, refer to the Recommendation from the SFWMD's Staff Environmental Advisory Team.

 


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