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A Blue Heron wades in Lake Okeechobee near the pier at the Cliff Betts Jr., Lakeside Recreation Area.
New lake schedule delayed due to red tide concerns
The new plan for releasing water from Lake Okeechobee will be delayed until the end of the year ... more
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Concerned citizens speak out against use of chemical herbicides on Lake O
Concerned citizens spoke out against the use of chemical herbicides to control invasive aquatic plants ... more
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This photo is of the Port Mayaca Lock and Dam
SFWMD honors Blue-Green Algae Monitoring Response Team
The South Florida Water Management District (SFWMD) Blue-Green Algae Monitoring Response Team was honored ... more
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Headwaters Revitalization Schedule to hold more water in Kissimmee Chain of Lakes
The U,S, Army Corps of Engineers is working on a new operational plan for the Kissimmee Chain of Lakes to improve the water supply ... more
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Art courtesy SFWMD
Lake level dropping about 1 inch per week
Lake Okeechobee has dropped about 1 inch a week since the start of the year, according to data released Feb. 1 ... more
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UPDATE: S-131 Boat Lock in Glades County will remain open on Feb. 2
The S-131 Boat Lock on Lake Okeechobee at Lakeport in Glades County will temporarily close to navigation... more
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The rehabilitation of the Herbert Hoover Dike took 18 years and cost $1.5 billion. [Art courtesy USACE]
Herbert Hoover Dike rehabilitation complete
Federal, state and local officials gathered on top of the Herbert Hoover Dike on Jan. 25 to celebrate the completion of the Herbert Hoover Dike (HHD) Rehabilitation project. more
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USACE hopes to lower lake during dry season
Hurricanes Ian and Nicole brought destruction and new challenges to our communities, partners, stakeholders, and infrastructure. more
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Lake Okeechobee level stays around 16.4 feet
The level of Lake Okeechobee stayed around 16.4 feet above sea level last week, with rainfall and flow into the lake about the same ... more
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Lake Okeechobee was at 16.48 feet above sea level on Nov. 27, 2022. [Art courtesy SFWMD]
Lake O at 16.5 feet and rising
Lake Okeechobee is a foot higher than the optimal ecological envelope and is still rising. more
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Lake O level at 16.3 feet and rising
Lake Okeechobee was at 16.3 feet on Nov. 18 and is still rising. more
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The Franklin Lock is more than 40 miles from Moore Haven, where water from Lake Okeechobee enters the Caloosahatchee River.
Lake water provides beneficial flow to Caloosahatchee River
People on Florida’s east coast often ask, why is more water released from Lake Okeechobee to the Caloosahatchee River... more
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SFWMD meeting postponed
The South Florida Water Management District (SFWMD) is rescheduling the November Governing Board Meeting to Friday, Nov. 18, 2022 at 1 p.m. more
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The Franklin Lock is more than 40 miles from Moore Haven, where water from Lake Okeechobee enters the Caloosahatchee River.
USACE begins Lake Okeechobee releases to Caloosahatchee
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Jacksonville District will make releases from Lake Okeechobee... more
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If the water rises too quickly, it can damage or destroy the vegetation that helps clean the lake and provides habitat for fish.
Lake Okeechobee could rise to 16.5 feet due to storm runoff
Lake Okeechobee is expected to rise to 16 or 16.5 feet due to the runoff from Hurricane Ian, according to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. more
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Rim canal near Moore Haven blocked
The  U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is advising commercial and recreational vessels that the rim canal north of the Julian Keen, Jr. Lock at S-281 is currently obstructed ... more
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SFWMD to close locks on Sept. 27 at 6 p.m.
Due to the updated forecast of Tropical Storm Ian, the South Florida Water Management District will close all navigational locks on Tuesday, Sept. 27 at 6 pm. T more
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A master plan for the Okee-Tantie recreation area is under development.
OUA to extend sewer lines to Okee-Tantie
Bass Pro expects to have permits in hand in about 18 months ... more
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(Top image) Aerial application of herbicide and prescribed burns (bottom photo) are common methods for cattail managements. Both techniques require use of a helicopter.
FWC plans to spray and burn cattails on Lake O
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission (FWC) is seeking input on the plan to manage cattails on Lake Okeechobee. more
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Lake level nears Water Shortage Management Band
As Lake Okeechobee continues to decline and the lake level nears the water shortage band, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is focusing on conservation. more
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