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Hampton Tract closed for hog hunts Feb. 2-4 »
The "Southwest Florida Water Management District's(Southwest Florida Water Management District)":http://watermatters.org "Hampton Tract(Hampton Tract)":http://www.swfwmd.state.fl.us/recreation/areas/greenswamp-hampton_tract.html, which is part of the "Green Swamp Wilderness Preserve(Green Swamp Wilderness Preserve)":http://www.swfwmd.state.fl.us/recreation/areas/greenswamp.html, will be temporarily closed to the public for "hog hunts(Feral Hog Hunts)":http://www.swfwmd.state…
District's Upper Hillsborough Preserve Alston Tract closed for hog hunts Jan. 19-21 »
The "Southwest Florida Water Management District's(Southwest Florida Water Management District)":http://watermatters.org "Alston Tract(Upper Hillsborough Preserve Alston Tract)":http://www.swfwmd.state.fl.us/recreation/areas/uh-alston_tract.html, which is part of the "Upper Hillsborough Preserve(Upper Hillsborough Preserve)":http://www.swfwmd.state.fl.us/recreation/areas/upper_hillsborough_preserve.html, will be temporarily closed to the public for "hog hunts(Feral Hog Hunts…
Governing Board Officers Elected to New Term »
The District’s Governing Board voted Tuesday for the latest slate of officers for the 2021-2022 term. Governing Board members are unpaid, citizen volunteers who are appointed by the Governor and confirmed by the Florida Senate. The Governing Board sets policy for the District, whose mission is to protect water resources, minimize flood risks and ensure the public’s water needs are met. The new officers are:…
Weather Impacts Main Topic of Discussion at Conference »
The skies opened up and heavy rains came down when water managers gathered in Tarpon Springs this September for the Annual Conference on Water Management. Coincidentally, impacts from the recent serious hurricane seasons and the “new reality” of water management in Florida were the focus at this year’s conference. The conference, which is co-sponsored by the state’s five water management districts and the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP), had a…
District to treat water hyacinth and water lettuce on the Braden River in Manatee County »
The "Southwest Florida Water Management District(Southwest Florida Water Management District)":http://www.swfwmd.state.fl.us will be treating water hyacinth and water lettuce on the Braden River during the week of Aug. 2–6.District workers will treat portions of the river south of SR 70.Workers will apply the aquatic herbicides Reward® or Aqua Star™ to scattered infestations, and post warning signs in the treatment areas noting treatment dates and water use restrictions.…
District to treat water hyacinth and water lettuce on Shell and Prairie creeks in Charlotte County »
The "Southwest Florida Water Management District(Southwest Florida Water Management District)":http://www.swfwmd.state.fl.us will be treating water hyacinth and water lettuce on "Shell and Prairie creeks(Prairie/Shell Creek)":/recreation/areas/prairie_shell_creek.html during the week of July 12–15.District workers will treat portions of the creeks upstream of the Henderson Dam.Workers will apply the aquatic herbicide Reward to scattered infestations, and post warning signs…
District to Treat Hydrilla on Lake Panasoffkee Outlet River in Sumter County »
The Southwest Florida Water Managemet Distrit (District) in cooperation with the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission will be treating hydrilla on the Lake Panasoffkee Outlet River March 31 and April 1, weather permitting. Hydrilla will be controlled on the Outlet River, which flows from Lake Panasoffkee to the Withlacoochee River. The aquatic herbicide Aquathol K will be applied. There are no restrictions on the use of treated water for swimming,…
Governing Board Recognizes Springs Coast Steering Committee »
The Governing Board declared April Springs Protection Awareness Month at today’s Governing Board meeting. The move is part of the District’s ongoing effort to restore and protect area springs and encourage community involvement.  The Governing Board also recognized the Springs Coast Steering Committee, which is made up of members of local, regional and state agencies. One of their main goals is to develop management plans tailored for each spring system to identify…
District to treat Braden River for water hyacinth and water lettuce »
The Southwest Florida Water Management District will be treating water hyacinth and water lettuce on portions of the Braden River Sept. 17-20. The sites are located south of State Road 70 in Manatee County.Treatment involves the spot application of the aquatic herbicide Reward to scattered infestations. Treatment areas will be posted with warning signs displaying treatment dates and applicable restrictions. Restrictions on Reward include no livestock watering for one day,…
District to treat water hyacinth and water lettuce on Shell and Prairie creeks »
The Southwest Florida Water Management District will be treating water hyacinth and water lettuce on portions of Shell and Prairie creeks June 18-21. The sites are located upstream of the Henderson Dam in Charlotte County.Treatment involves the spot application of the aquatic herbicide Reward to scattered infestations. Treatment areas will be posted with warning signs that display treatment dates and applicable water use restrictions. Treated river water should not be used…
District to treat water hyacinth and water lettuce in Charlotte County »
The Southwest Florida Water Management District will be treating water hyacinth and water lettuce on portions of Shell and Prairie creeks April 30 through May 3. The sites are located upstream of the Henderson Dam in Charlotte County.Treatment involves the spot application of the aquatic herbicide Reward to scattered infestations. Treatment areas will be posted with warning signs that display treatment dates and applicable water use restrictions. Treated river water should…
District to treat Braden River for water hyacinth and water lettuce »
The Southwest Florida Water Management District will be treating water hyacinth and water lettuce on portions of the Braden River April 30 through May 3. The treatment areas are located south of State Road 70 in Manatee County.Treatment involves the spot application of the aquatic herbicide Reward to scattered infestations. Treatment areas will be posted with warning signs that display treatment dates and water use applicable restrictions. Treated river water should not be…
District to treat Braden River for water hyacinth and water lettuce »
The Southwest Florida Water Management District will be treating water hyacinth and water lettuce on portions of the Braden River Dec. 18-20. The sites are located south of State Road 70 in Manatee County.Treatment involves the spot application of the aquatic herbicide Reward to scattered infestations. Treatment areas will be posted with warning signs displaying treatment dates and applicable restrictions. Restrictions on Reward include no livestock watering for one day,…
District to Treat Braden River for Water Hyacinth and Water Lettuce »
The Southwest Florida Water Management District will be treating water hyacinth and water lettuce on portions of the Braden River Nov. 6-9. The sites are located south of State Road 70 in Manatee County.Treatment involves the spot application of the aquatic herbicide Reward to scattered infestations. Treatment areas will be posted with warning signs displaying treatment dates and applicable restrictions. Restrictions on Reward include no livestock watering for one day, no…
District to Treat Braden River for Water Hyacinths »
The Southwest Florida Water Management District will be treating water hyacinths and water lettuce on portions of the Braden River March 6-9. The sites are located south of State Road 70 in Manatee County.Treatment involves the spot application of the aquatic herbicide Reward to scattered infestations. Treatment areas will be posted with warning signs displaying treatment dates and applicable restrictions. Restrictions on Reward include no livestock watering for one day,…
Peace River to be treated for Water Hyacinth and Water Lettuce »
The Southwest Florida Water Management District will be treating water hyacinth and water lettuce on a portion of the Peace River Jan. 17-19. The treatment area is located between Bartow and Wachula in Polk and Hardee counties.Treatment involves the spot application of the aquatic herbicide Reward to scattered infestations. Treated areas will be posted with warning signs displaying treatment dates and applicable restrictions. Restrictions on Reward include no livestock…
Water Management Districts Participate in Joint Public Workshop on Ranking Water Bodies »
The Southwest Florida Water Management District, St. Johns River Water Management District and South Florida Water Management District have scheduled a virtual joint public meeting at 10 a.m. on Friday, September 1, to solicit stakeholder input on each District’s annual update of their priority list and schedule for the establishment of minimum flows and water levels as well as water reservations.Participants can join the virtual meeting at…
District to Treat Water Hyacinth and Water Lettuce in Charlotte County »
The Southwest Florida Water Management District will be treating water hyacinths and water lettuce on portions of Shell Creek and Prairie Creek Oct. 24-27. The sites are located upstream of the Henderson Dam in Charlotte County.Treatment involves the spot application of the aquatic herbicide Reward to scattered infestations. Treated areas will be posted with warning signs displaying treatment dates and applicable restrictions. Restrictions on Reward include no livestock…
District to Treat Braden River for Water »
The Southwest Florida Water Management District will be treating water hyacinths and water lettuce on portions of the Braden River Oct. 17-20. The sites are located south of State Road 70 in Manatee County.Treatment involves the spot application of the aquatic herbicide Reward to scattered infestations. Treatment areas will be posted with warning signs displaying treatment dates and applicable restrictions. Restrictions on Reward include no livestock watering for one day,…
District to Treat Braden River for Water Hyacinths and Water Lettuce »
The Southwest Florida Water Management District will be treating water hyacinths and water lettuce on portions of the Braden River Oct. 3-6. The sites are located south of State Road 70 in Manatee County.Treatment involves the spot application of the aquatic herbicide Reward to scattered infestations. Treatment areas will be posted with warning signs displaying treatment dates and applicable restrictions. Restrictions on Reward include no livestock watering for one day, no…