E. coli Escherichia coli

Board of County Commissioners Regular Meeting · 2026-04-28 · agenda_item

The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing the Final Integrated Water Quality Assessment for Florida, a report detailing the condition of the state's surface and groundwater. This review includes an examination of current water quality issues and initiatives, such as the use of tracers to identify pollutant sources, the estimation of areas affected by wastewater and pesticides, and pilot projects for emerging contaminants. The report also covers ongoing efforts in water resource monitoring, microbial source tracking, harmful algal bloom monitoring, and the implementation of numeric nutrient criteria to address nutrient enrichment from various sources. Additionally, it discusses a Nitrogen Source Inventory and Loading Tool to identify nitrogen sources impacting springs and spring runs, a South Florida canal study, and updates to water quality standards. This review is currently under consideration, representing an early stage in the public process. The project involves extensive data analysis, monitoring, and potential future policy or regulatory actions related to water quality. Businesses involved in environmental consulting, water quality testing, data analysis, and potentially remediation or infrastructure improvements related to water quality could find opportunities as this assessment moves forward. Early engagement may provide an advantage as specific projects and needs are identified.

Sections 303(d), 305(b), and 314 Report and Listing Update

2018

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14 of 157

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15 of 157

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16 of 157

Status Monitoring Network results

2014 through 2016

Trend Monitoring Network

1999 through 2014

lake area

40 %

canal miles

60 %

river/stream miles

70 %

canal miles

50 %

river/stream miles

80 %

surface water stations

76

groundwater wells

49

nitrate + nitrite as N

37 %

nitrate + nitrite as N

16 %

nitrate + nitrite as N

47 %