The mission of the Big Cypress Basin is to manage water resources for the public's health, safety and welfare. The elements of this mission are water supply, environmental protection and enhancement, water quality protection and flood protection.
The following activities represent the heart of what we do:
Identify, qualitatively and quantitatively, water resources available in the Basin;
Develop plans for conservation, preservation and development of water resources;
Conduct efficient operation and maintenance activities on existing Basin water management facilities;
Undertake construction of Basin works to facilitate water resources management;
Carry out administrative actions for existing facilities;
Monitor water resource related data;
Assist other public entities' efforts in managing water resources in the Basin; and
Inform the public about water resource issues, programs and policies.