In recognition of World Water Day, the South Florida Water Management District is highlighting the significant progress that continues to be made to protect South Florida’s water resources and increase storage capacity throughout the region.

DID YOU KNOW: The District continues to advance and accelerate key projects that are improving water quality and the ecological health of South Florida’s natural resources, while ensuring an adequate water supply for our communities.

This St. Patrick’s Day, you can embrace the four-leaf clover, but the real thrill is catching a glimpse of the incredible native wildlife that call South Florida home.

DID YOU KNOW: The South Florida Water Management District works year-round to protect, restore and manage the natural ecosystems that provide important habitat for native wildlife.

Daylight Saving Time has sprung us forward, providing an extra hour of sunshine to explore and enjoy the great outdoors. 

DID YOU KNOW: The South Florida Water Management District is always working to enhance and expand the recreational opportunities available on the District’s public lands.

In recognition of World Wildlife Day, the South Florida Water Management District (District) is highlighting the continued progress to protect, restore and manage natural ecosystems that provide important habitat for native wildlife.

DID YOU KNOW: Florida’s native birds and wildlife are a key indicator for the success of Everglades restoration.

In recognition of National Invasive Species Awareness Week, the South Florida Water Management District (District) is highlighting our continued efforts to combat invasive species and protect South Florida's native ecosystems.

DID YOU KNOW: The District’s staff works year-round to prevent, control and manage invasive species on public lands throughout the agency’s 16-county region.

The South Florida Water Management District (District) routinely conducts prescribed burns as part of its integrated land stewardship program.

DID YOU KNOW: Prescribed burns are an important tool for managing conservation lands and support the health of South Florida’s ecosystems.

There are many simple steps we can all take to help conserve water and protect South Florida’s natural resources.

DID YOU KNOW: Around 3 billion gallons of water are used every day in South Florida by more than 9 million residents and visitors. 

GROWING DEMAND FOR LIMITED WATER RESOURCES: Florida's population continues to increase and one of the most effective ways to address increasing water needs is through water conservation.

In recognition of World Wetlands Day, the South Florida Management District (District) is highlighting the significant progress that continues to be made to restore, revitalize and protect the world's most iconic wetland - America’s Everglades.

DID YOU KNOW: The Everglades ecosystem supplies drinking water for South Florida, supports thousands of species and protects communities.

The South Florida Water Management District (District) uses sound science, accurate data and ongoing research to help guide important water management decisions.

DID YOU KNOW: The District’s actions are based on the expertise of scientists, researchers and modelers using the best available techniques and laboratory analyses.

If you are traveling through western Palm Beach County, be sure to stop at John Stretch Memorial Park to get a first-hand look at its historic display of water management equipment.

DID YOU KNOW: There are several pieces of historic pump station machinery on display at the county park located just south of Lake Okeechobee. 

A HISTORIC DISPLAY: This equipment was used by the District’s water managers to protect communities from flooding and safeguard water resources before it was retired and taken out of service.