January 10, 2024

December downpour doubles typical monthly average

December’s weather defied the usual dry trend of this time of year with the districtwide average rainfall more than doubling the typical total.
January 19, 2024

District spearheads collaborative efforts for regional water management and resiliency

The District recently held a coordination meeting, inviting representatives from city, county and state agencies to share ideas on regional water management and local resiliency efforts.
February 5, 2024

Districts gear up for 2024 hurricane season with proactive measures

Despite ongoing recovery efforts from the previous year's hurricane season, the St. Johns River and South Florida water management districts are already taking steps to ensure operational readiness.
February 13, 2024

Detours expected at Lake Apopka Wildlife Drive due to property upgrades

The District has initiated its shoreline stabilization project along Welland Road, scheduled to continue until Feb. 23.
February 13, 2024

District expands conservation and recreation with approval of 270 acres in land acquisitions

The District Governing Board approved three land acquisitions today that will provide additional protection for Florida’s water resources.
February 14, 2024

Above-average rainfall dominates most of the District

In January, the District region continued its trend of above-average rainfall, mainly due to frontal systems, a common occurrence during this time of the year.
March 7, 2024

Econlockhatchee Sandhills Conservation Area temporarily closed for wildfire mitigation project

In a proactive effort to protect communities from potential wildfires, the Econlockhatchee Sandhills Conservation Area, located in Orange County, will be closed to the public starting March 8.
March 8, 2024

Prescribed fire today at Newnans Lake Conservation Area in Alachua County

The District is conducting an 62-acre prescribed burn today at Newnans Lake Conservation Area in Alachua County.
March 8, 2024

Prescribed fire today at Ocklawaha Prairie Restoration Area in Marion County

The St. Johns River Water Management District is conducting an 87-acre prescribed burn today at Ocklawaha Prairie Restoration Area in Marion County.
March 12, 2024

Rainfall recap: Below-average rainfall in February for the District

In February, the District region witnessed below-average rainfall, with the majority of precipitation concentrated in the middle of the month, driven by a frontal boundary traversing the central counties.
March 13, 2024

Prescribed fire today at Newnans Lake Conservation Area in Alachua County

The District is conducting a 155-acre prescribed burn today at Newnans Lake Conservation Area in Alachua County.
March 13, 2024

District puts spotlight on water conservation, designates April as Water Conservation Month

Highlighting its commitment to the preservation and sustainable use of Florida's water resources, the District's Governing Board has officially proclaimed April 2024 as Water Conservation Month.
March 14, 2024

Protecting Florida’s springs: District proclaims April 2024 as Springs Protection Awareness Month

The District reaffirms its commitment to protecting Florida's springs by marking the 11th consecutive year of designating April as Springs Protection Awareness Month.
March 15, 2024

District Governing Board joins statewide recognition in honoring government finance professionals

Demonstrating its support for the contributions of government finance professionals, the District Governing Board proudly announces the adoption of a proclamation in honor of Government Finance Professionals Week.
March 20, 2024

Prescribed fire today at J.P. Hall Bayard Point Conservation Area in Clay County

The District is conducting a 196-acre prescribed burn today at its J.P. Hall Bayard Point Conservation Area in Clay County.