Ciénega Creek-I-10 to Del Lago Diversion Dam COA

Cienega Creek is currently managed for self-supporting populations of Gila topminnow, roundtail chub, and longfin dace. Cienega Creek is the largest stream that still supports a relict population of Gila topminnow and roundtail chub. Cienega Creek and the associated watershed are free of non-native fishes. Management is shared in cooperation with Pima County.

Watershed

Santa Cruz River

Map

Conservation Potential

Medium

Management Priority

Native Aquatic Species Management (Native Aquatic - Self Sustaining)

Primary Strategy Species

Fish

Gila Topminnow, Longfin Dace, Roundtail Chub

Secondary Strategy Species