Channel change on the Santa Cruz River, Pima County, Arizona, 1936-86
Water Supply Paper
2429
By: John T. Parker
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Abstract
The Santa Cruz River in southeastern Arizona has a long history of channel instability. Since the late 19th century, lateral channel erosion has caused extensive property damage, particularly in Pima County. The dominant mechanism of channel change in a reach depends on channel morphology and flood magnitude. The timing and magnitude of channel change are controlled primarily by hydroclimatic factors. The location of change is controlled largely by topographic, geologic, hydraulic, and artificial factors.
Suggested Citation
Parker, J.T., 1995, Channel change on the Santa Cruz River, Pima County, Arizona, 1936-86: U.S. Geological Survey Water Supply Paper 2429, v, 58 p. :ill., maps ;28 cm., https://doi.org/10.3133/wsp2429.
| Publication type | Report |
|---|---|
| Publication Subtype | USGS Numbered Series |
| Title | Channel change on the Santa Cruz River, Pima County, Arizona, 1936-86 |
| Series title | Water Supply Paper |
| Series number | 2429 |
| DOI | 10.3133/wsp2429 |
| Year Published | 1995 |
| Language | ENGLISH |
| Publisher | U.S. G.P.O. ; For sale by the U.S. Geological Survey, Information Services, |
| Description | v, 58 p. :ill., maps ;28 cm. |