The Atlas Program is designed to provide citizens, scientists, professionals, and planners with comprehensive and current water quality, hydrologic, and ecological data, as well as information about recreational opportunities and a library of scientific and educational materials on water resource issues. The Atlas is a "one stop information shop" for concerned citizens and scientists alike. We encourage you to use the Atlas as a tool to help in maintaining and improving our vital water resources. The Sarasota County Water Atlas provides information on the Gulf of Mexico and area beaches, watersheds, bays/bayous, rivers/creeks/canals, and lakes/ponds/springs in the county.