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 Howell Branch Watershed is located within Orange County and spans 23.3 square miles. The watershed contains 63 named lakes/ponds, 5 named rivers/streams/canals and 0 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) |
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Dangerous Boating / Accidents |
FWCC, Division of Boating Safety Orange County Sheriff Marine Patrol |
Algal Blooms |
FDEP 1-850-305-3903 Orange County EPD |
Fish Kill | FWCC, Fish Kills |
General Concerns/Complaints |
FDEP Orange County 311 Help & Info |
Industrial Waste/Spill | FDEP State Watch Office |
Injured Wildlife or Illegal Activities | FWCC, Wildlife Violations |
Shoreline Alterations, Wetland Impacts |
FDEP Orange County EPD |
Aquatic Plant Removal |
FWCC Orange County EPD |
Water Pollution, Residuals Landspreading |
FDEP Orange County Help & Info City of Orlando |
Wetlands Issues/Dredge and Fill |
FDEP Orange County EPD |
Legend:
FWCC - Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission
FDEP - Florida Department of Enviromental Protection
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