Miami-Dade Water and Sewer Department

We are proud to share that Miami-Dade Water and Sewer Department has been recognized by ASCE Miami-Dade Branch with two prestigious awards. Our Connect 2 Protect Program received the Sustainable Project of the Year Award for advancing clean water solutions that safeguard our environment and strengthen our community. In addition, WASD was named Employer of the Year for our commitment to professional development, civic engagement, and contributions that elevate the engineering profession. These recognitions highlight the dedication of our team and the impact of our work to improve quality of life throughout Miami-Dade County. #MiamiDadeWater #ASCE #EngineeringExcellence #WaterIsLife #OurCounty

Yesterday, we hosted State Representative Marie Woodson at the South Dade Wastewater Treatment Plant, with our Director, Jay Fink, providing a guided tour and inside look at how we keep Miami-Dade’s wastewater system running smoothly. Thank you Representative Woodson and everyone who joined us for this insightful visit. Transparency, investment, and innovation remain key to protecting public health and our environment.

Last week, our Incident Management Team took part in a hurricane response tabletop exercise to strengthen our readiness for storm season. We reviewed the Incident Command System structure, clarified roles and responsibilities, and walked through storm preparedness checklists, all to ensure that when a real storm approaches, our team can respond quickly and effectively. We are proud of the dedication our team shows year-round to protecting public health and keeping clean drinking water flowing for #OurCounty no matter the weather. 💧🌪️ #MiamiDadeWater #WASDAtWork #StormPreparedness #PublicService #IncidentManagement #HurricanePreparedness

Our Water is Life campaign just won the Platinum Award, the highest honor from the 2025 dotCOMM Awards! 🏆 This national recognition celebrates excellence in digital communication, and we’re proud that our storytelling, strategy, and creativity stood out among top campaigns from across the country. Huge shoutout to our marketing team for bringing this vision to life with talent, dedication, and heart. You made this possible. #WaterIsLife continues to inspire, educate, and unite our community, and we’re just getting started. Haven’t seen our commercial yet? Watch here: https://lnkd.in/eKSEbyBM #WaterIsLife #MiamiDadeWater #dotCOMM #AwardWinning #DigitalCommunication #PublicService #OurCounty #OneCounty

We’re proud to announce that James Ferguson, Assistant Director of Planning & Regulatory Compliance at Miami-Dade Water and Sewer Department, has been appointed Director-At-Large for the Southeast Region of the Florida Water Environment Association - FWEA Utility Council. The Utility Council advocates for Florida’s water and wastewater utilities on legislative and regulatory issues, helping shape policies that directly affect our operations and long-term planning. Jim’s appointment strengthens our department’s voice in statewide decision-making forums that impact the future of water and wastewater services across Florida. #MiamiDadeWater #WaterIsLife #Leadership #FWEA

Last week, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers toured several of our wastewater facilities. These visits gave them a firsthand look at our operations and the information they need to complete depth damage assessments. The results of these assessments will help determine which facilities may receive funding in the future to strengthen them against storm surge. Together, we’re building a more resilient system to protect #OurCounty. #MiamiDadeWater #InfrastructureMatters #Resilience

It’s Smart Irrigation Month 💧🌿 Did you know outdoor watering can make up half of your home’s total water use in Florida? Nearly half of that can be lost to evaporation or runoff... but there’s a smarter way to water:   ✅ Water only as needed
✅ Choose Florida-Friendly plants
✅ Water early in the morning   Small changes like these can make a big difference.   Learn how to save water and money by getting your free Landscape Irrigation Evaluation today. #SmartIrrigationMonth #WaterIsLife #MiamiDadeWater #UFIFAS #ConservationTips #SmartLandscaping #OurCounty

We’re honored to receive the Outstanding One Water Communication award for our #WaterIsLife campaign! This recognition celebrates the power of storytelling and how local partnerships can make a big impact. From artists to athletes, schools to community leaders, we’ve teamed up across #OurCounty to spotlight how water connects us all. 💧 Water is Life isn’t just a message. It’s a movement that reminds us water impacts everything, and we all have a role in protecting it. Thank you to the US Water Alliance for this award and for championing a shared vision of water equity and sustainability. Watch the recognition video here: https://lnkd.in/eQae-TeB

Earlier this week, students from the Miami-Dade County Youth Engagement Program got an inside look at how we protect public health and the environment at our Central District Wastewater Treatment Plant with presentations from Assistant Director Catalina Lopez-Velandia, P.E. MSc and Chief plant operator Sandra Hernandez They also heard from our Chief of Legislative & Municipal Affairs Ariadna T. Natteri on how policy shapes our work—helping inspire the next generation of water and wastewater leaders. 💧 #MiamiDadeWater #WaterIsLife #YouthEngagement #PublicService #WASDAtWork #InfrastructureMatters

Team WASD recently hosted a stakeholder meeting at HCA Florida Mercy Hospital to discuss the upcoming relocation and upgrade of Pump Station 64, a critical infrastructure project that will enhance the sanitary sewer system serving the City of Miami. This essential project will: ✔ Demolish the existing pump station on S. Bayshore Drive and construct a new, upgraded station at Halissee Street ✔ Install an 8-inch sewer force main and new gravity sewer lines ✔ Improve system capacity, flood resilience, and long-term service reliability Our team was joined by representatives from HCA Florida Mercy Hospital, the Archdiocese of Miami, the City of Miami, the City of Miami Department of Fire-Rescue and Police Department, Miami-Dade County DTPW, and other key partners. Together, we’re working to coordinate efforts and minimize traffic and emergency response impacts during construction. Thank you to all who participated for your collaboration and shared commitment to keeping our community informed, safe, and prepared 🌊🔧