Looking for a wetland delineation in Opa-locka, FL? Describe your project once and up to three wetland consultants who work in Opa-locka and Miami-Dade County get back to you with a quote. It's free and there is no obligation.
Opa-locka is home to about 16,507 people (2024 Census Bureau estimate), a stable community (+0.2% since 2020). With 3,832 people per sq mi, it is a suburban area. Low-lying lots, stream corridors and former farmland can hold wetlands that must be mapped before building.
Opa-locka at a glance
- Population (Census Bureau estimate, 2024)
- 16,507 (+0.2% since 2020)
- Rank in Florida
- 141st of 411 cities and towns
- Land area
- 4.3 sq mi
- Population density
- 3,832 people per sq mi (suburban)
- Type
- City (Opa-locka city)
- Main county
- Miami-Dade County
What to check before hiring in Opa-locka
- Rules: in Florida, wetlands can be regulated by the Corps of Engineers, the state and the county, each with its own rules and buffers.
- Season: some indicators are only reliable in the growing season; ask the consultant when to schedule.
- Survey: the delineated boundary is usually located by a land surveyor for the site plan.
- Price drivers: site size, vegetation, access and whether permitting is included.
Useful official resources
-
EPA: Section 404
The federal wetland permit program.
-
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
Regulatory program and district offices.
Services available in Opa-locka
-
Wetland delineation
Field delineation of wetland boundaries following the Corps of Engineers manual, with flags and a report.
-
Wetland permitting support
Jurisdictional determination and permit application (Section 404, state or local) for work near wetlands.
Frequently asked questions in Opa-locka
How much does a wetland delineation cost in Opa-locka, FL?
It depends on the size of the site, the vegetation and the report required. Describe your land: consultants who serve Opa-locka send a proposal.
How long does it take?
Field work often takes a day or two; agency review of a jurisdictional determination can take months.
Can I build if there is a wetland?
Often yes, by avoiding it or obtaining the required permits and mitigation.
Which wetland consultants will contact me?
Up to three independent wetland consultants who serve Opa-locka and the surrounding area, chosen for the service you need. Your details are shared only with your consent.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Population Estimates Program (Vintage 2024) and Gazetteer Files (public domain), imported on 10/31/2026. Figures describe the incorporated place or county as published; they are shown for information only.