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Highlands County Stormwater Management & Drainage Engineering

Highlands County property owners face specific drainage and stormwater requirements governed by the South Florida Water Management District (SFWMD). CivilSmart's Licensed Professional Engineers provide PE-stamped drainage plans, stormwater management designs, and full permit coordination for residential and commercial projects throughout Highlands County.

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Engineering Services

Our Engineering Services in Highlands County

Highlands County drainage projects require PE-stamped engineering plans that comply with SFWMD Environmental Resource Permit (ERP) standards. Our Licensed Professional Engineers deliver drainage designs, stormwater management, and permit services throughout Highlands County.

Residential Drainage Design

PE-stamped drainage plans for Highlands County homes. Yard flooding, pool drainage, grading permits, and stormwater management for residential properties.

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Commercial Stormwater

Commercial stormwater management for Highlands County developments. Site plans, detention/retention design, and SFWMD ERP compliance.

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Permit Services

Full drainage permit management for Highlands County. SFWMD ERP applications, and local permit processing.

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Highlands County Drainage Regulations

Governed by the South Florida Water Management District (SFWMD)

Dual WMD jurisdiction

Dual WMD jurisdiction (SFWMD and SWFWMD based on watershed)

Lake Istokpaga Minimum Flows and Levels

Lake Istokpaga Minimum Flows and Levels (MFLs) compliance

Ridge topography with unique internal drainage patterns

Ridge topography with unique internal drainage patterns

Design Storm

25-year, 3-day rainfall

Special Requirements

  • Dual WMD jurisdiction (SFWMD and SWFWMD based on watershed)
  • Lake Istokpaga Minimum Flows and Levels (MFLs) compliance
  • Ridge topography with unique internal drainage patterns

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Frequently Asked Questions

Highlands County Drainage Engineering FAQ

Yes, Highlands County requires drainage plans for development and redevelopment projects. Highlands County falls under the South Florida Water Management District (SFWMD), which administers Environmental Resource Permits (ERPs) for projects exceeding general permit thresholds. A Licensed Professional Engineer must prepare and seal drainage designs for permit submission. CivilSmart handles the entire permitting process from design through approval.
Drainage engineering in Highlands County costs $3,000–$8,000 for standard residential properties and $5,000–$15,000+ for complex projects involving flood zones, retention/detention systems, or large lots. Commercial stormwater management starts at $10,000 and scales with project complexity. Every CivilSmart project begins with a free custom quote based on your specific property and SFWMD regulatory requirements.

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