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A double rainbow over the District facilities

The Melbourne Tillman Water Control District was created by the Florida Legislature in 1922

There are 163 miles of canals within the District boundaries

District staff construct, repair and maintain the District's rights-of-way in a fiscally responsible manner

There are over 2300 acres of canal rights-of-way within the District's boundaries

Motorized vehicles are not permitted on District rights-of-ways or canals

Melbourne-Tillman Water Control District utilizes best management practices in an effort to preserve the beautiful natural resources

District offices are located at 5990 Minton Road, Palm Bay, FL 32907

Wildlife including alligators can be found in the 163 miles of canals within the District's boundaries

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The District's Offices Will Be Closed July 2, 2026 through July 6, 2025 in Accordance with Governor Ron Desantis' Announce Celebration of America's 250 Years of Independence. While the…

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The Melbourne-Tillman Water Control District is a Special District established in 1922 by the Florida Legislature for the purpose of providing a water management system to prevent damage from flooding, erosion, and excessive drainage...

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Melbourne-Tillman Water Control District is governed by a seven member Board of Directors appointed by the City of Palm Bay (3 members), Brevard County (3 members), and the City of West Melbourne (1…