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Ciénega Creek
Intermittent stream in southern Arizona / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Ciénega Creek (English: "Hundred Springs Creek" or "Marsh Creek") is an intermittent stream located in the Basin and Range region of southern Arizona, and is one of the most intact riparian corridors left in the state. It originates in the Canelo Hills and continues northwest about 50 miles (80 km) to an area just outside Tucson, where it becomes known as Pantano Wash. Pantano Wash continues through Tucson and eventually connects with the Rillito River.[2][3]
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Ciénega Creek | |
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![]() A murky section of the creek | |
Location | |
Country | United States |
Location | Arizona |
Physical characteristics | |
Source | |
• location | Canelo Hills |
Mouth | |
• location | Rillito River |
• coordinates | 32°02′03″N 110°40′32″W[1] |
• elevation | 3,212 ft (979 m) |
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