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.
In the news
Get the facts about the measures taken by the District to promote water conservation. Learn how the District spends your tax dollars. See how remnants of a world war are being put to a peaceful use on District lands. Read about these topics and more in the
latest edition of StreamLines.
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.
Thinking green
Our stewardship to the earth goes beyond water resources. The St. Johns River
Water Management District’s
commitment to Earth-friendly
practices is a long-standing
commitment. Recycling
paper and cans at its office
buildings, reducing the use
of paper and installing energy-
efficient air conditioning systems are measures that have been in place for more than a decade.
Learn about our latest “green” initiatives.
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.
A national treasure
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.
Water careers
What’s it like to work for a water management district? Find out. Read about the diverse work of some of our employees in our careers section or view a short video message from the director of the Office of Human Resources.
Explore
Visit the great outdoors and experience a bit of natural Florida on the public properties of the St. Johns River Water Management District. While the properties were purchased to protect water resources, they are open for your enjoyment today and for future generations. Before you go, see our Photo Gallery, slide shows, maps and land descriptions in the online
Recreation Guide to District Lands.
