Aquifer Protection Program - UIC

Implements Florida's Underground Injection Control program, which provides necessary disposal while protecting underground sources of drinking water.

Certification and Restoration Program

Oversees professional licensing of water and wastewater treatment operators.

Domestic Wastewater Program

Works with wastewater utilities and Florida residents to protect and conserve water resources while meeting the basic public health need for effective wastewater treatment.

Engineering, Hydrology and Geology Program

Provides technical support for mining projects and mine reclamation, stormwater/surface water management systems, dam safety, and other in-water activities or works.

Industrial Wastewater

Regulates facilities and activities that discharge to surface waters and ground waters of the state.

Mining and Mitigation Program

The Mining and Mitigation Program regulates mining in Florida. Staff review ERPs and reclamation plans for mines and handle permitting, compliance, inspection and enforcement activities at mine sites.

Nonmandatory Land Reclamation Program

Funding for the reclamation of mined phosphate lands, mined prior to 1975, identified in a 1980 report.

NPDES Stormwater Program

Regulates point source discharges from three potential sources: Municipal Separate Storm Sewer Systems (MS4s), construction activities and industrial activities.

Oil and Gas Program

Primary responsibilities include conservation of oil and gas resources, correlative rights protection, maintenance of health and human safety, and environmental protection.

Onsite Sewage Program

Onsite sewage treatment and disposal systems (OSTDS), commonly referred to as septic systems, are currently used for wastewater disposal by approximately 30% of Florida’s population