Balanced and Critical Watersheds (BALCRIT)

This layer represents watershed boundaries in the Tucson area, including areas designated as Critical or Balanced based on stormwater detention-retention requirements outlined by Tucson City Code, Part II, Chapter 26. These designations guide stormwater management practices to prevent flooding and manage runoff effectively in compliance with local regulations. For more detailed information, you can refer to the official code here. Examples of features mapped in this layer include: Balanced Watersheds Critical Watersheds Regulatory layer. See Development Standards 10-02 (COT Drainage Manual can be found on TDOT's map and records page under downloads as of July 2012: https://www.tucsonaz.gov/tdot/maps-and-records) and COT's Floodplain, Stormwater, and Erosion Hazard Management regulations in the Tucson City Code, Part II, Chapter 26 Purpose This dataset helps identify watershed regions for planning, water resource management, and flood mitigation efforts. Dataset Classification Level 0 – Open Known Uses -- Known Errors Data may have inconsistencies due to natural changes in the landscape. Data Contact Planning and Development Services Department Matthew Berube [e-mail] Update Frequency Periodic updates based on hydrological assessments or urban developments.