Water Restrictions
Although
Florida
is surrounded by water, rain supplies the vast majority of the water
that we depend upon. Due to rainfall amounts far below normal in 2006
and 2007, water levels in important storage and recharge areas (such
as
Lake Okeechobee
) have fallen to record lows. The resulting water shortage has led the
South Florida Water Management District to enact water use
restrictions for the first time since 2001. What does this mean for
you? The resources contained on this page can help to answer
many of the questions you may have regarding current restrictions and
ways that you can help to conserve water.
Resources
Miami-Dade County is currently under Modified Phase II Restrictions.
Forms
The following links will detail water use restrictions and allow
you to file an application for variance with the South Florida Water
Management District.
New
Water Restrictions in Effect on April 18, 2008
Variance
Application
Variance
Instructions
