Did you know the South Florida Water Management District’s dedicated team of public servants is working every day to manage and safeguard Central and Southern Florida’s water resources, protect our communities from flooding, and meet the region’s water needs?
The annual Atlantic hurricane season begins on June 1, and it is important for all of us living in Florida to plan ahead and start our pre-season preparations.
Did you know there are simple steps you can take now to prepare your home for hurricane season and help reduce the risk of flooding in your community?
Did you know the South Florida Water Management District (SFWMD) works year-round to expedite the largest wetland restoration effort in the world and ensure the ecological health of Central and Southern Florida’s natural resources?
Together with our federal, state and local partners, we continue to make significant progress on restoration and resilience efforts that are improving the quantity, quality, timing and distribution of water within the Greater Everglades Ecosystem.
Did you know the South Florida Water Management District (SFWMD) makes it easy to access its online library of photos and videos?
These digital assets feature thousands of high-resolution photos and videos of the Everglades, SFWMD events such as groundbreakings and ribbon cuttings, and our public meetings.
Explore and download photos and videos for free using one of the following channels:
Renowned for its wading birds and wildlife, America’s Everglades is a one-of-a-kind ecosystem that is found nowhere else in the world. From its sawgrass marshes and freshwater ponds to its prairies and forested uplands, this iconic River of Grass is home to dozens of federally threatened and endangered species, including the Florida panther, American crocodile, snail kite and wood stork.
The South Florida Water Management District (SFWMD) actively operates and maintains one of the largest water management systems in the world. This vast system of canals, levees, pump stations and other important water management infrastructure is key to protecting water supplies and providing flood control for over 9 million people in Central and Southern Florida.
April is Water Conservation Month! Did you know conserving water year-round is an integral part of managing and protecting South Florida’s water supplies today and for future generations?
At the South Florida Water Management District, an important component of our mission is to plan for the water supplies of the region’s residents, visitors, and the environment. The SFWMD proactively develops long-term water supply plans to monitor, evaluate and identify water sources and projects to meet the future water needs from Orlando to the Florida Keys.
Did you know the South Florida Water Management District continues to make significant progress on key projects that are improving the quantity, quality, timing and distribution of water within the Greater Everglades Ecosystem?
Together with our local, state, and federal partners, the SFWMD works year-round to advance some of the largest and most complex water quality and ecosystem restoration projects in the world. Our SFWMD team continues to advance and accelerate projects that protect Florida’s natural resources, while ensuring an adequate water supply for our communities.
Spring will soon be in full bloom, ushering in longer days, warmer weather and changing landscapes across Florida’s great outdoors. The Corkscrew Regional Ecosystem Watershed (CREW) in Southwest Florida offers numerous recreational opportunities for those looking to enjoy the sunshine and explore vibrant springtime landscapes.
The South Florida Environmental Report highlights another banner year of progress for Everglades restoration. From historic progress on key restoration projects, to record hydration in the Everglades, the annual report documents the continued momentum and success of Everglades projects throughout the South Florida Water Management District’s (SFWMD) 16-county region.
