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Suwannee River, Florida | John Moran
Suwannee River, Florida | John Moran

Suwannee River

Threat: Excessive groundwater withdrawals; agricultural and sewage pollution

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The tools are already in place to protect the Suwannee River and its springs. We need decisive action by the state of Florida to enforce these protections before it’s too late.

Haley Moody, director of the Howard T. Odum Florida Springs Institute

Threat: Excessive groundwater withdrawals; agricultural and sewage pollution

The Suwanee River is famous for its springs, which ensure a consistent flow of clear, clean water. The river’s flow nurtures fish and wildlife and provides world-class recreation opportunities. But pollution and excessive water withdrawals are contaminating the river and causing vital springs to dry up. The Florida legislature and the state’s Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) must allocate funds to protect the springs and enforce pollution limits.

American Rivers appreciates the collaboration and efforts of our partners:
  • Florida Springs Institute
  • Florida Springs Council
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Suwannee River, Florida | John Moran

Restore the Suwannee River to Protect Florida’s Heritage!

Call on the Florida Department of Environmental Protection to provide much needed funding to restore Florida's natural heritage and reverse the decline of Florida's world-class springs and rivers.

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