WRDA 2000 Initially Authorized Projects:
Western C-11 Diversion Impoundment & Canal and Water Conservation Areas 3a
and 3b Levee Seepage Management
General
C&SF Restudy Component:
"O and Q"
Description
A 10,000 acre reservoir in Martin County with a capacity of 40,000 acre-feet to capture excess runoff and regulatory releases from Lake Okeechobee that would otherwise flow to the estuary. Stored water could be returned to the canal when there is a shortage/demand. It is expected that this project will help maintain optimal salinity conditions in the estuary in order to support a range of aquatic vegetation, seagrass, invertebrates, and fish communities. As wll as provide water for agricultural and other needs in the dry season. If subdivided into multiple reservoirs, it may also improve Lake Okeechobee water quality to the west.
In addition, residents of Martin County have shown strong support for the Comprehensive Plan by passing a 1-percent sales surtax referendum in late 1998 to generate a funding source for land acquisition for environmental restoration in the county.
These features are currently incorporated into the Broward County WPAs project, please visit that page for the latest information.
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