Water. It’s what we’re all about.
Welcome to the Web site of the St. Johns River Water Management District. Explore this site to learn the importance of water in all of our lives, the role the District has in protecting and preserving this vital resource and the part you play in these efforts.
A national treasure
I’ve got a special place
just for you. If you’re
looking for fun
activities, games or
interesting facts about
water, visit my den.
Drought: The big picture
Florida’s weather is fickle. Sometimes we have wet years, followed by years of too little rain. Florida is now experiencing one of its periodic droughts. For specifics about drought conditions in your area, see our drought reports. To see how Florida’s drought conditions compare
with the rest of the nation, visit http://www.drought.gov/portal/
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Outdoor irrigation
Water outdoors only when needed, before 10 a.m. or after 4 p.m., and no more than two days each week. Learn more about the lawn and landscape irrigation rule.
Surface water withdrawals
Water managers, local governments and utilities have all been working together to determine how to meet the water demands for Florida’s future. One option is withdrawing water from rivers, including proposals to take water from the St. Johns or Ocklawaha rivers.
Get the facts ― see our 
Water-efficient living
Building “green” and waterwise are a snap with Florida Water StarSM. See our information for home buyers and home builders.
Explore
Thousands of acres of natural Florida are in public ownership to protect the water resources in, under or adjoining the land. The District opens these properties for your enjoyment today and for future generations. Visit our online Recreation Guide to District Lands.
Water supply coordination
The St. Johns River, South Florida and Southwest Florida water management districts are working with local government officials to coordinate current and future water use in the fast-growing east-central Florida area to ensure the needs of people and nature are met without adverse impacts to either.
