Lake Worth Drainage District

6 hours ago

🇺🇸 Happy Presidents' Day from the Lake Worth Drainage District! 🇺🇸

Today we honor the leadership, service, and dedication of the presidents who helped shape our nation. Their commitment to public service reminds us of the importance of protecting and managing the vital resources that support our communities.

At LWDD, we’re proud to continue that mission locally by maintaining 500 miles of canals, 1,000 miles of rights-of-way and 20 major water control structures to help ensure resilient flood control for more than 800,000 residents, businesses and agriculture. ... See MoreSee Less

Lake Worth Drainage District

2 days ago

⚠️ ATTENTION PALM BEACH COUNTY NEIGHBORS ⚠️

An important update on our local water situation that could affect all of us in the coming months. 💧

✨ THE SITUATION:
Palm Beach County is experiencing significant drought conditions.

Lake Okeechobee—one of our primary water sources—is currently at 12.66 feet, about 2 feet below the historical average for this time of year. We’ve received less than half the expected rainfall from October through January.

✨ WHAT’S COMING:
There’s a 25% chance the lake could enter the Water Shortage Management Band, prompting the South Florida Water Management District to consider mandatory water restrictions.

📅 Timing: as early as March or as late as May
🚿 Possible change: irrigation reduced from 3 days/week to 2 days/week

✨ WHAT YOU CAN DO TODAY:
NOTE: Keep in mind that some communities require sod; best to check your local community regulations. That said...

You don’t have to wait for restrictions—start conserving now:

1️⃣ Reduce lawn watering to 2–3 times per week
2️⃣ Water only during allowed hours (before 10 AM or after 4 PM)
3️⃣ Check for and repair leaks in your home
4️⃣ Run dishwashers and washing machines only with full loads
5️⃣ Consider replacing water-hungry grass with drought-tolerant native plants 🌱

✨ WHY IT MATTERS:
This isn’t just about lawns. Water shortages impact:
• Municipal drinking water supplies
• Local agriculture 🌾
• The health of the Loxahatchee River ecosystem
• Fire safety (we’re already at a moderate Fire Danger Index) 🔥

Every gallon saved today helps protect water availability for everyone tomorrow. We’ll continue monitoring the situation and keep you informed.

#PalmBeachCounty #WaterConservation #CommunityFirst #DroughtResponse Palm Beach County ... See MoreSee Less

Lake Worth Drainage District

2 days ago

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