Lake Okeechobee, the lifeblood of the Everglades and a cornerstone of South Florida’s economy, faces a critical challenge: a severe water quality crisis driven by excess phosphorus. This nutrient overload is degrading the overall habitat of the lake, fueling toxic blue-green algal blooms that threaten public health, local tourism, and the wider coastal environment.
SOLitude Lake Management is proud to be a key partner in this crucial restoration effort to tackle the root cause of habitat degradation and associated water quality issues. To do so, we must target the internal “legacy” phosphorus trapped in the lake’s bottom sediments.
We are a nationally recognized leader in comprehensive water quality management. Our team brings decades of specialized experience and a proven track record of successfully using science-backed solutions, including precise alum application, to restore large, complex freshwater bodies across the country.
Our focus is simple: deliver safe, effective, and precise treatment to bind the internal phosphorus, thereby reducing the fuel for harmful algal blooms and restoring the lake’s ecological health.
Learn More About the Lake Okeechobee Restoration Project
We understand the significance of protecting and preserving aquatic resources like Lake Okeechobee. We take pride in being part of this restoration project, which aims to enhance local water quality and create a resource that can be enjoyed once again.
Below, you will find more information about this critical restoration work underway at Lake Okeechobee. Click the links below to learn more.
Lake O's Water Quality Crisis
Understand Lake Okeechobee's significance to Florida's ecosystems and the need for intervention.
Project Description
Learn more about the alum application being conducted at Lake O, project expectations and funding.
Status Updates
Want to stay up-to-date on our progress reducing phosphorus levels? Check out our status updates.
Alum Overview
Learn more about what alum is, how it works to reduce phosphorus levels, and its long-term benefits.
Our Experience
Meet the SOLitude team and see our history of successful large-scale water quality restoration projects.
FAQs
Find answers to common questions about the project, the treatment, safety, and environmental impact.
