Derived from a Seminole Indian phrase meaning "created waters," the Wakodahatchee Wetlands was constructed by Palm Beach County Water Utilities Department next to the existing water treatment plant. Approximately two million gallons per day of treated reclaimed water is used to maintain the wetlands. The wetlands have attracted an abundance of wildlife including turtles, frogs, otters, alligators and birds. More than 140 differnt species of birds have been spotted at the site.