All of the remaining navigational boat locks maintained by the South Florida Water Management District on the north shore of Lake Okeechobee will re-open seven days a week starting Wednesday, October 28, 2026. The boat locks are listed below:
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It’s Bat Week, and we’re highlighting the many benefits provided by nature’s superheroes!
DID YOU KNOW: Florida has 13 resident species of bats. Eight of these 13 species call South Florida home.
FLORIDA’S BATS: Though often feared, the spooky truth is that bats are vital to the health of our environment. These misunderstood mammals provide many ecological benefits.
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The South Florida Water Management District's Tidal Outlook for the forecast period of October 26, 2026 through November 3, 2026, is now available. Tidal water levels along South Florida's east coast may remain above the NWS "Moderate Flooding" threshold in the coming days, with some locations approaching the "Major Flooding" threshold today and tomorrow, and may remain above the “Minor Flooding” threshold through the weekend.
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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.
Meeting format varies for each meeting, and some meetings may be in-person only, virtual only, or a hybrid of both formats, so be sure to check the "Meeting Information" for details.