Protecting Florida Together’s water quality status map has been developed to deliver to Florida residents and other interested parties information as it relates to water quality in Florida.
This map ensures transparency and accountability with respect to our water quality data and its availability to the public. This tool was designed based on extensive stakeholder interviews that identified key concerns and desired information about water quality.
Information for this map is currently being provided by the Department of Environmental Protection and the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission.
Nutrients ⎯ like nitrogen and phosphorus ⎯ are naturally present in the water and necessary for the healthy growth of plants and animals. However, excessive delivery of nutrients to a waterbody can lead to rapid growth of algae. Chlorophyll-a is a pigment that scientists can readily measure to determine the concentration of algae in a waterbody. Too much algae can negatively impact fish, wildlife and humans. Below is the status of key nutrients and chlorophyll being tracked in this waterbody.
The statuses displayed for total nitrogen, total phosphorus and chlorophyll-a (“Waters Not Attaining Standards,” “Waters Attaining Standards” or “Not Assessed or Insufficient Data”) are a result of DEP’s most recent assessment of the waterbody. The assessment uses the best available information to identify waterbodies that are not meeting the applicable water quality standards and designated uses based on the Impaired Waters Rule – Chapters 62-302 and 62-303, Florida Administrative Code (F.A.C.).
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Nutrients ⎯ like nitrogen and phosphorus ⎯ are naturally present in the water and necessary for the healthy growth of plants and animals. However, excessive delivery of nutrients to a waterbody can lead to rapid growth of algae. Chlorophyll-a is a pigment that scientists can readily measure to determine the concentration of algae in a waterbody. Too much algae can negatively impact fish, wildlife and humans. Below is the status of key nutrients and chlorophyll being tracked in this waterbody.
The statuses displayed for nitrate-nitrite, total phosphorus and chlorophyll-a (“Waters Not Attaining Standards,” “Waters Attaining Standards” or “Not Assessed or Insufficient Data”) are a result of DEP’s most recent assessment of the waterbody. The assessment uses the best available information to identify waterbodies that are not meeting the applicable water quality standards and designated uses based on the Impaired Waters Rule – Chapters 62-302 and 62-303, Florida Administrative Code (F.A.C.).
Nutrients ⎯ like nitrogen and phosphorus ⎯ are naturally present in the water and necessary for the healthy growth of plants and animals. However, excess nutrient levels, particularly forms of nitrogen, are the primary water quality concern in springs. Elevated nitrogen promotes excessive algal growth, which algae can negatively impact fish, wildlife and humans. Below is the status of the key nutrient – nitrate-nitrite – being tracked in this spring.
The statuses displayed for nitrate-nitrite (“Waters Not Attaining Standards,” “Waters Attaining Standards” or “Not Assessed or Insufficient Data”) are a result of DEP’s most recent assessment of the waterbody. The assessment uses the best available information to identify waterbodies that are not meeting the applicable water quality standards and designated uses based on the Impaired Waters Rule – Chapters 62-302 and 62-303, Florida Administrative Code (F.A.C.).
Water samples from rivers, streams, lakes, canals and wells all around the state are collected year-round by DEP, water management districts, cities, counties and a variety of volunteer groups. Data submitted to DEP’s Watershed Information Network may be used to assess whether waterbodies are meeting applicable water quality standards and designated uses.
The chart below shows the calculated Annual Geometric Mean (AGM) for Total Nitrogen in this waterbody for the last 10 years. The AGMs included in the most recent waterbody assessment are highlighted as blue or purple depending on the outcome of the assessment. Threshold values, where applicable, are represented by a horizontal line. Generally, values above this line are more likely to be of concern for the waterbody.
All data from sampling stations used for assessment
The chart below shows Total Nitrogen data from all the water quality sampling stations in this waterbody used to determine its impairment status. These water quality sampling stations are representative of this waterbody’s designated use.
Graphs are only displayed where recent monitoring data is available from the specific locations used for water quality assessments. Additional monitoring data for this waterbody may be available from the Watershed Information Network.
The chart below shows the calculated Annual Geometric Mean (AGM) for Total Phosphorus in this waterbody for the last 10 years. The AGMs included in the most recent waterbody assessment are highlighted as blue or purple depending on the outcome of the assessment. Threshold values, where applicable, are represented by a horizontal line. Generally, values above this line are more likely to be of concern for the waterbody.
All data from sampling stations used for assessment
The chart below shows Total Phosphorous data from all the water quality sampling stations in this waterbody used to determine its impairment status. These water quality sampling stations are representative of this waterbody’s designated use.
Graphs are only displayed where recent monitoring data is available from the specific locations used for water quality assessments.
Additional monitoring data for this waterbody may be available from the Watershed Information Network.
The chart below shows the calculated Annual Geometric Mean (AGM) for Chlorophyll-a in this waterbody for the last 10 years. The AGMs included in the most recent waterbody assessment are highlighted as blue or purple depending on the outcome of the assessment. Threshold values, where applicable, are represented by a horizontal line. Generally, values above this line are more likely to be of concern for the waterbody.
All data from sampling stations used for assessment
The chart below shows Chlorophyll-a data from all the water quality sampling stations in this waterbody used to determine its impairment status. These water quality sampling stations are representative of this waterbody’s designated use.
Graphs are only displayed where recent monitoring data is available from the specific locations used for water quality assessments. Additional monitoring data for this waterbody may be available from the Watershed Information Network.
The chart below shows the calculated Annual Geometric Mean (AGM) for Nitrate-Nitrite in this waterbody for the last 10 years. The AGMs included in the most recent waterbody assessment are highlighted as blue or purple depending on the outcome of the assessment. Threshold values, where applicable, are represented by a horizontal line. Generally, values above this line are more likely to be of concern for the waterbody.
All data from sampling stations used for assessment
The chart below shows Nitrate-Nitrite data from all the water quality sampling stations in this waterbody used to determine its impairment status. These water quality sampling stations are representative of this waterbody’s designated use.
Graphs are only displayed where recent monitoring data is available from the specific locations used for water quality assessments. Additional monitoring data for this waterbody may be available from the Watershed Information Network.
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Cyanotoxins associated with Blue-Green Algae were detected in these waters. If ingested, water contaminated with toxic cyanobacteria can cause nausea, vomiting and, in severe cases, acute liver failure. Avoid swimming in or drinking water from these waters while blue-green algal blooms are present.
Blue-green algal bloom conditions were observed or cyanobacteria was found to be the dominant species of algae in the sample. Not all blue-green algae contains toxins. However, adults, children and pets should avoid swimming in or drinking water from these waters while blue-green algal blooms are present.
Karenia brevis was detected in medium to high concentrations these waters. Avoid this beach if you have chronic respiratory problems. Keep pets away from water and dead fish. Do not swim near or touch dead fish.
Karenia brevis was detected in low concentrations in these waters. Avoid this beach if you have chronic respiratory problems. Keep pets away from water and dead fish. Do not swim near or touch dead fish.
On the date noted, cyanotoxins were detected in the sample collected.
Blue-green algae, or cyanobacteria, are an important part of Florida's aquatic ecosystems, but they can sometimes form large blooms that may be harmful to humans and aquatic life. A sample was taken at this location on the date noted.
There is no way to tell if a blue-green algal bloom is toxic just by looking at it. Adults, children, and animals should avoid contact with water when algal blooms are present. Toxins can persist in the water after a bloom; watch for signs of recent blooms, such as green scum on the shoreline.
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Bloom conditions were observed at the time the sample was collected.
Blue-green algae, or cyanobacteria, are an important part of Florida's aquatic ecosystems, but they can sometimes form large blooms that may be harmful to humans and aquatic life. A sample was taken at this location on the date noted.
There is no way to tell if a blue-green algal bloom is toxic just by looking at it. Adults, children, and animals should avoid contact with water when algal blooms are present. Toxins can persist in the water after a bloom; watch for signs of recent blooms, such as green scum on the shoreline.
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Bloom conditions were not observed at the time the sample was collected.
Blue-green algae, or cyanobacteria, are an important part of Florida's aquatic ecosystems, but they can sometimes form large blooms that may be harmful to humans and aquatic life. A sample was taken at this location on the date noted.
Bloom conditions were not observed at the time the sample was collected. However, bloom conditions can change quickly. There is no way to tell if a blue-green algal bloom is toxic just by looking at it. Adults, children, and animals should avoid contact with water when algal blooms are present. Toxins can persist in the water after a bloom; watch for signs of recent blooms, such as green scum on the shoreline.
To report a bloom, please visit DEP's Algal Bloom Dashboard.
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Red tide occurs in Florida's coastal waters when a specific type of algae, Karenia brevis, reaches high concentrations – more than 100,000 algal cells per liter. Although Karenia brevis occurs naturally in the Gulf of Mexico, it is not present everywhere all the time. In fact, if the algae that cause red tides are present at all, they generally occur at low to very low concentrations.
Karenia brevis was reported at this site on the date noted at concentrations at or below 1,000 cells per liter. No effects are anticipated.
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Red tide occurs in Florida's coastal waters when a specific type of algae, Karenia brevis, reaches high concentrations – more than 100,000 algal cells per liter. Although Karenia brevis occurs naturally in the Gulf of Mexico, it is not present everywhere all the time. In fact, if the algae that cause red tides are present at all, they generally occur at low to very low concentrations.
Karenia brevis was reported at this site on the date noted at concentrations between 1,000 and 10,000 cells per liter. Respiratory irritation and shellfish harvest closures are possible.
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Red tide occurs in Florida's coastal waters when a specific type of algae, Karenia brevis, reaches high concentrations – more than 100,000 algal cells per liter. Although Karenia brevis occurs naturally in the Gulf of Mexico, it is not present everywhere all the time. In fact, if the algae that cause red tides are present at all, they generally occur at low to very low concentrations.
Karenia brevis was reported at this site on the date noted at concentrations between 10,000 and 100,000 cells per liter. Respiratory irritation, shellfish harvest closures and fish kills are possible.
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Red tide occurs in Florida's coastal waters when a specific type of algae, Karenia brevis, reaches high concentrations – more than 100,000 algal cells per liter. Although Karenia brevis occurs naturally in the Gulf of Mexico, it is not present everywhere all the time. In fact, if the algae that cause red tides are present at all, they generally occur at low to very low concentrations.
Karenia brevis was reported at this site on the date noted at concentrations between 100,000 and 1,000,000 cells per liter. Environmental and health impacts including respiratory irritation, fish kills and shellfish closures are likely.
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Red tide occurs in Florida's coastal waters when a specific type of algae, Karenia brevis, reaches high concentrations – more than 100,000 algal cells per liter. Although Karenia brevis occurs naturally in the Gulf of Mexico, it is not present everywhere all the time. In fact, if the algae that cause red tides are present at all, they generally occur at low to very low concentrations.
Karenia brevis was reported at this site on the date noted at concentrations exceeding 1,000,000 cells per liter. Environmental and health impacts including discolored water, respiratory irritation, fish kills and shellfish closures are likely.
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Checking this box will display Algal Bloom Monitoring System satellite imagery for parts of the Lake Okeechobee lakebed that are currently submerged. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s (NOAA) National Centers for Coastal Ocean Science developed the Algal Bloom Monitoring System to routinely deliver near real-time products for use in locating, monitoring and estimating algal biomass in coastal and lake regions of the United States using satellite remote sensing of chlorophyll-a. More information on how the imagery is derived is available on the NOAA website.
The latest available imagery is from [IMAGEDATE] and shows the most recent estimates of Lake Okeechobee chlorophyll-a concentrations. You can view the last 10 days of data available from NOAA by using the "older" and "newer" arrows. Due to NOAA satellite flight paths, imagery may be incomplete or unavailable for some dates (approximately once per week). Visit the NOAA website for current data and for past data.