| Any member of our community could say water is the staple resource in Southwest Florida. However, caring for and utilizing our water is a delicate process. This week I had the pleasure of getting a firsthand experience on one of the many ways we do this. The Caloosahatchee River West Basin Storage Reservoir (C-43) is an active water management project in Hendry County that will finish by the end of 2023! As a fellow Floridian, Representative, and member of the Environment, Agriculture & Flooding Subcommittee, I am dedicated to ensuring the preservation and vitalization of our natural resources.
What this Basin will provide
Maintenance of salinity levels and the locally allocated agricultural water
Help with the timing and quantity of freshwater flow going into the Caloosahatchee Estuary
12 Miles of Versatile Trails for Walking, Biking, and Horseback Riding
Public Parking & Restrooms
Equestrian Area with Parking, Paddock, and Wash
Canoe & Kayak Launch Area
Fishing by Boat & Bank
Informational Kiosks
Huge thank you to Phil Flood and his team with South Florida Water Management for giving us an amazing and informative tour of the C-43 Reservoir project! It was impressive to see all the progress made and to receive an update on the construction still ahead. |
Legislative Update – October 17, 2021