Northwest Florida Water Management District

The Northwest Florida Water Management District is a government agency that oversees and protects water resources such as lakes, rivers, wetlands, and groundwater in northwest Florida. Its responsibilities include managing water supplies, ensuring water quality, restoring natural habitats, and preventing flooding. Through planning, regulation, and conservation efforts, the district works to sustain healthy water ecosystems and provide reliable water supplies for communities, agriculture, and industries, supporting environmental health and economic stability in the region.