Moving water to meet varying conditions and needs is essential to sustaining South Florida's people, economy and our environment.

DID YOU KNOW: The South Florida Water Management District actively maintains and operates the regional water management system of canals, levees and water control structures.

This vast regional system connects to secondary drainage districts comprised of smaller neighborhood systems to effectively manage and protect South Florida’s water resources.

When it rains in South Florida, the raindrops flow from your roof, your yard and your street into an interconnected system designed to effectively manage water throughout the region. 

DID YOU KNOW: Flood control in South Florida is a shared responsibility between the South Florida Water Management District, county and city governments, local drainage districts, homeowners associations and residents.

The fall season officially begins today, and National Public Lands Day arrives on Saturday, September 26. Together, they offer the perfect opportunity to get outside and explore the great outdoors. 

DID YOU KNOW: The South Florida Water Management District is the steward of more than 1 million acres of public lands throughout our 16-county region.

ENHANCING RECREATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES: The District is always working to enhance and expand the recreational opportunities available on the District’s public lands.

In recognition of National Estuaries Week, we are highlighting the South Florida Water Management District’s continued efforts to protect and restore South Florida’s coastal watersheds.

DID YOU KNOW: There are many distinct estuaries within the District's 16-county region, including Florida Bay, Biscayne Bay, the Lake Worth Lagoon, the Indian River Lagoon, the Caloosahatchee and the St. Lucie estuaries, to name a few.

Water is constantly moving through our ecosystem, cycling between the land and air that’s on, above or below the Earth’s surface. This continuous loop, called the water cycle, or hydrologic cycle, brings us rain, recharges our aquifers, and helps fill our lakes, rivers and other bodies of water.

DID YOU KNOW: The water cycle is an important component of managing and protecting South Florida’s water resources.

In recognition of National Wildlife Day, we are highlighting the continued progress to protect, restore and manage natural ecosystems that provide important habitat for native wildlife.

DID YOU KNOW: The South Florida Water Management District’s team of wildlife biologists, land managers and other staff work year-round to protect native wildlife and ensure the health of our natural ecosystems.

Computer models are important and powerful tools used by engineers, scientists and data analysts to monitor, evaluate, study, and protect South Florida’s water resources and ecosystems.

DID YOU KNOW: The South Florida Water Management District uses comprehensive regional and local computer modeling to support its mission and help guide important water management decisions.

In recognition of World Photography Day, we are highlighting the South Florida Water Management District’s online photo library that showcases Everglades restoration progress and the beauty of South Florida's natural lands. 

DID YOU KNOW: The District makes it easy to access its extensive library of digital assets. Explore thousands of high-resolution photos of the Everglades, events, wildlife and more. 

In recognition of National Water Quality Month, we are highlighting the South Florida Water Management District’s year-round efforts to effectively manage and restore South Florida's water resources. 

DID YOU KNOW: The District's water sampling program tracks Florida’s water health across hundreds of sites. Our dedicated team of field technicians, laboratory chemists, environmental scientists and many other staff collect samples, analyze them and combine them with real-time sensor data to help guide restoration decisions.

The Atlantic hurricane season is underway, and it’s important for all of us to understand the tropical weather terms that may be used by meteorologists over the next few months.

DID YOU KNOW: Hurricane season runs until November 30, and familiarizing yourself with the common terms used to describe areas of tropical weather can help you stay informed and prepared for whatever nature may send our way.