A watershed (also called a drainage basin) is an area on the land surface from which water flows or has the potential to flow to a common destination. Watersheds are naturally separated from adjacent basins by topographic divides.
The Lower Tampa Bay Watershed is located within Pinellas County and spans 16.1 square miles. The watershed contains 4 named lakes/ponds, 4 named rivers/streams/canals and 3 named bays/bayous.
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Who to call about environmental concerns and to report environmentally harmful activities. For potentially life threatening emergencies dial 911.
| Concern or Activity | Contact(s) |
|---|---|
| Dangerous Boating / Accidents | FWCC, Division of Boating Safety |
| Algal Blooms | FDEP 1-850-305-3903 |
| Fish Kill | FWCC, Fish Kills |
| General Concerns/Complaints |
FDEP or Pinellas County Watershed Management |
| Industrial Waste/Spill | FDEP State Watch Office |
| Injured Wildlife or Illegal Activities | FWCC, Wildlife Violations |
| Shoreline Alterations, Wetland Impacts |
FDEP or Pinellas County Water & Navigation |
| Aquatic Plant Removal | FWCC |
| Water Pollution, Residuals Landspreading |
FDEP or Pinellas County Watershed Management |
| Wetlands Issues/Dredge and Fill |
FDEP or Pinellas County Water & Navigation |
Legend:
FWCC - Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission
FDEP - Florida Department of Enviromental Protection
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