Biscayne Bay is an ecosystem of approximately 428 square miles located on the southeastern coast of Florida in the vicinity of Miami-Dade County. The bay is an aquatic preserve and Outstanding Florida Water. Biscayne National Park, the largest marine park in the National Park system, occupies the central and southern portion of the bay.
The bay is ecologically significant, supporting diverse wildlife, including many endangered species. The adjacent urban population depends on the bay for navigation, recreation, and flood control.
This website and related reports document the methods and technical criteria used by staff of the South Florida Water Management District to develop minimum flows and levels for the Biscayne Bay. Please click on the related links to find out more about Biscayne Bay, and the minimum flows and levels that will be developed for the bay.
For more information on the Biscayne Bay MFL project and its current status:
Water Supply Plans
Biscayne Bay
