October 27, 2016

 SFWMD Opens Lake Okeechobee North Shore Lock
Repairs on Taylor Creek boat lock complete

Taylor Creek Locator

WHAT: 
 The South Florida Water Management District (SFWMD) restored normal operation of the S-193 lock today at Taylor Creek on the north shore of Lake Okeechobee. The lock has been closed since September 26 for gate repairs.
WHEN: 
The lock reopened today at 5:30 a.m. to resume normal operations.
WHERE:  
The S-193 lock is located at the Taylor Creek mariner's access on the north shore of Lake Okeechobee in Okeechobee County.

Media Contact: 
Randy Smith  |   rrsmith@sfwmd.gov    |  Office: 561-682-2800  |  Cell: 561-389-3386
The South Florida Water Management District is a regional governmental agency that manages the water resources in the southern part of the state. It is the oldest and largest of the state's five water management districts. Our mission is to protect South Florida's water resources by balancing and improving flood control, water supply, water quality and natural systems.


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