Florida Invests $3 Million to Protect Suwannee River Land and Conserve Water

The state of Florida has set aside $3 million to purchase property along the Suwannee River. The acquisition, known as the Suwannee Sandhill Tract-Drew Property, is expected to save roughly 158,800 gallons of water each day. The purchase forms part of a broader $100 million push for water conservation projects across the state. Officials plan to restore the land to serve as wildlife habitat and public recreation space.