Know Your Canals

Pinecrest Canals: Ownership, Maintenance & Issue Reporting

Use the map below to see who owns and maintains each canal in and around the Village of Pinecrest, and where to direct a report or question.

• Canals owned by the Village of Pinecrest are maintained by the Village of Pinecrest 

• Canals owned by the South Florida Water Management District (SFWMD) are maintained by SFWMD

Report a Canal Issue to Public Works

Whether a canal is owned by the Village or by SFWMD, you can report issues to the Pinecrest Public Works Department. Find the canal near you on the map, then contact Public Works:

• Email: publicworks@pinecrest-fl.gov

• Phone: 305-669-6916

Please include the canal's location or nearest cross street so we can direct your report to the right agency.

Issues You Can Report

Vegetation and grounds

• Overgrown grass, weeds, or vegetation along the banks

• Aquatic weeds or invasive plants in the water

• Fallen trees or branches blocking the canal

Trash and water quality

• Overflowing or illegally dumped trash and debris

• Foul odors, discolored water, or suspected pollution

Drainage and structure

• Standing water, flooding, or drainage problems

• Erosion or damaged canal banks

• Damaged fencing, guardrails, or signage

Safety and wildlife

• Unsafe conditions near the water

• Nuisance or injured wildlife

Help Us Keep Water Flowing

SFWMD manages South Florida's primary drainage canal system, along with its lands and facilities, as part of its flood control mission. It needs residents' help to carry out that mission.

Protect Our Water

Keep rights-of-way clear. Homeowners along SFWMD canals and connecting secondary canals often add enhancements to the canal right-of-way. Even well-intentioned additions can obstruct drainage and interfere with emergency response.

Use lawn chemicals in moderation. Pesticides and fertilizers can benefit lawns and landscaping, but excessive use harms canal systems and the aquifer, which supplies South Florida's drinking water. SFWMD asks residents to use them sparingly to protect our water systems and our drinking water.

You can do your part by following these tips and others. For more ways to preserve our water and keep rights-of-way clear, and for more information about SFWMD canals, visit South Florida Water Management District for more information.