C-16 Canal (Boynton Canal)

C-16 Canal, also known as the Boynton Canal, is a major freshwater canal in Palm Beach County, Florida, United States. It is part of the South Florida water management system and serves an important role in flood control, drainage, and water level regulation. The canal is operated by the South Florida Water Management District in cooperation with the Lake Worth Drainage District.

The C-16 Canal collects water from an extensive network of drainage canals, including the E-4 Canal and the C. Stanley Weaver Canal. It flows eastward into Lake Worth Lagoon, a coastal estuarine lagoon connected to the Atlantic Ocean. The canal helps regulate water levels in surrounding residential, agricultural, and natural areas while reducing flood risk during periods of heavy rainfall.

Although originally built for water management, the C-16 Canal has become a popular freshwater fishing destination. Anglers regularly catch Largemouth Bass (Micropterus nigricans), Butterfly Peacock Bass (Cichla ocellaris), Bluegill (Lepomis macrochirus), Black Crappie (Pomoxis nigromaculatus), Mayan Cichlid (Cichlasoma urophthalmus), Blue Tilapia (Oreochromis aureus), Spotted Tilapia (Pelmatolapia mariae), and other native and introduced species commonly found in South Florida canals.

The C-16 Canal is one of the principal drainage canals in southeastern Palm Beach County and forms an important link between inland lakes and canals and the waters of Lake Worth Lagoon. Its easy public access and diverse fish community make it a well-known destination for local anglers.