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Most SFWMD Navigational Locks Are Now Open
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The South Florida Water Management District (SFWMD) re-opened most of its navigational locks to public access with the exception of the S-61 Boat Lock in Osceola County.
SFWMD-operated locks in normal operations:
- Martin County: S-135 Boat Lock, J&S Fish Camp
- Okeechobee County: G-36 Boat Lock, Henry Creek
- Okeechobee County: S-193 Boat Lock, Taylor Creek
- Glades County: S-127 Boat Lock, Buckhead Ridge
- Glades County: S-131 Boat Lock, Lakeport
- Hendry County: S-310 Boat Lock, Clewiston
- Okeechobee/Glades County: S-65E Boat Lock, Kissimmee River
- Okeechobee/Highlands County: S-65D Boat Lock
- Osceola/Polk County: S-65A Boat Lock
- Osceola/Polk County: S-65 Boat Lock, Lake Kissimmee
SFWMD-operated locks that remain closed:
- Osceola County: S-61 Boat Lock, Cypress Lake and Lake Tohopekaliga closed until further notice.
To check operating hours, visit SFWMD.gov/Navigation. To get the latest information on navigation through SFWMD structures and waterways, click HERE and follow SFWMD on Facebook and Twitter.
Anglers and boaters may also access local waterways through other public boat ramps. Visit FWC Boat Ramp Finder to find one near you.