Creek and Watershed Management Program

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The Creek and Watershed Management Program (CWMP) includes detailed information on the dozen creeks that run through our community, identifies impairments to these creeks, and outlines programs and specific future actions to address identified impairments. It also outlines best practices to provide habitat for fish and wildlife, accommodate wildlife movement corridors, convey stormwater runoff and floodwaters, and furnish open space and passive recreational areas for City residents. 

The purpose of the CWMP is to fulfill General Plan Implementation Action CE-IA-3. CE-IA-3 requires a citywide Creek and Watershed Management Plan be prepared to provide detailed standards of acceptable practices for protecting the ecological function, water quality, and drainage and flood control function of Goleta's creeks and watersheds.

The City hosted a Lunch & Learn on September 27, 2024, for attendees to learn more about the City’s Creek and Watershed Program and the Southern California Steelhead Trout, an endangered species native to our creeks here in Goleta. Review the presentation here.

Any questions or feedback can be emailed to EnvironmentalServices@cityofgoleta.org 


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Our Events

The Environmental Services Division helps host events throughout the year. Check out our event calendar below!

Creek Week: Devereux Creek Tour

Join City of Goleta’s Parks and Open Space Manager George Thomson for a walking tour of Devereux Creek at Ellwood Mesa. Participants will learn about the Devereux Creek watershed, look up close at transitional wetland habitats, examine why some invasive plants are able to negatively impact biodiversity, decipher what monarch butterfly overwintering sites need to function, and more!  Please bring drinking water, binoculars if you have them, and sturdy walking shoes.  We will be walking through uneven terrain and covering approximately 1-2 miles.  All ages are encouraged to attend.

Meet at Ellwood Mesa Parking Lot, 7729 Hollister Ave. Please RSVP to gthomson@cityofgoleta.org to reserve your spot.

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