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The Laguna, whose principal tributary streams rise on the southern slopes of the Sonoma and Mayacamas Mountains, [4] is the largest tributary of Mark West Creek.The sinuous watercourse and associated wetlands form a significant floodplain during the heavy winter rains, capable of storing over 80,000 acre-feet (99,000,000 m 3) of stormwater.
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Restoration of the wetlands began in 1988 and was completed in 2000. [1] Now, the site serves a dual purpose of removing nitrates from the creek water and providing a bird habitat. The water district also operates an adjacent wastewater treatment facility but the treated wastewater does not enter the wildlife sanctuary. [2]
The Madrona Marsh Preserve, in the city of Torrance in the South Bay region of Southern California, is a seasonal wetland with vernal pools. The 43 acres (17 ha) was a former site of oil wells and is one of the few natural areas remaining within an urban landscape .
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Wetlands of California — including estuaries, marshes, and perennial riparian areas. Subcategories. This category has the following 3 subcategories, out of 3 total. M.
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