What effect will proposed withdrawals have on the salt level (salinity) of the St. Johns River system?
In developing MFLs for the river, the District investigated what, if any, harm could be caused downstream by allowing surface water withdrawals from the river’s upper and middle basins, those areas between Sanford and Indian River County. The study, which was prepared by an environmental consultant, concluded that small increases in salinity in the river’s lower basin (between Welaka and Mayport), would occur as a result of surface water withdrawals. However, these small salinity increases are not expected to adversely impact plants and animals of the river. The study also found that the proposed withdrawals would not adversely impact dissolved oxygen concentrations in the river. The study concluded that a maximum cumulative withdrawal of 155 million gallons per day, which could include potential withdrawals near Lake Monroe and the St. Johns River near DeLand, would not harm estuarine resources. The District is conducting additional work to ensure protection of the river and its envir
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