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Welcome to the CalFish Downloads Page. On this page you will find a variety of both spatial and non-spatial datasets for download. Please read the metadata thoroughly before using the datasets.

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Coho Abundance (Trends)

The CalFish Abundance Database accommodates the information collected using dissimilar methods to be compiled into a single standardized database. Some examples include: in-stream salmon carcass counts, salmon redd counts, live fish counted passing dams or weirs, and fish observed during summer snorkeling surveys. Coho Abundance (Trends) is a product of the CalFish sponsored Anadromous Abundance and Trends Program. Please visit the Anadromous Abundance and Trends Page for more information.

Category:	Biological Data	Scale:	Various
Version:	051027	Coordinate System:	Teale Albers (NAD83)
Publication Date:	10/27/2005	Units:	Meters
Update Frequency:	Approximately 1 Year	Delivery:	Compressed Shapefile
Extent:	Statewide	File Size:	973 KB

Chinook Abundance (Trends)

The CalFish Abundance Database accommodates the information collected using dissimilar methods to be compiled into a single standardized database. Some examples include: in-stream salmon carcass counts, salmon redd counts, live fish counted passing dams or weirs, and fish observed during summer snorkeling surveys. Chinook Abundance (Trends) is a product of the CalFish sponsored Anadromous Abundance and Trends Program. Please visit the Anadromous Abundance and Trends Page for more information.

Category:	Biological Data	Scale:	Various
Version:	051027	Coordinate System:	Teale Albers (NAD83)
Publication Date:	10/27/2005	Units:	Meters
Update Frequency:	Approximately 1 Year	Delivery:	Compressed Shapefile
Extent:	Statewide	File Size:	4.2 MB

Steelhead Abundance (Trends)

The CalFish Abundance Database accommodates the information collected using dissimilar methods to be compiled into a single standardized database. Some examples include: in-stream salmon carcass counts, salmon redd counts, live fish counted passing dams or weirs, and fish observed during summer snorkeling surveys. Steelhead Abundance (Trends) is a product of the CalFish sponsored Anadromous Abundance and Trends Program. Please visit the Anadromous Abundance and Trends Page for more information.

Category:	Biological Data	Scale:	Various
Version:	051027	Coordinate System:	Teale Albers (NAD83)
Publication Date:	10/27/2005	Units:	Meters
Update Frequency:	Approximately 1 Year	Delivery:	Compressed Shapefile
Extent:	Statewide	File Size:	2.6 MB

Coho Distribution and Range

These datasets represent the "Observed Distribution and Range" for coho salmon in California. They were developed for the expressed purpose of assisting with species recovery planning efforts. The processes for developing these datasets were to collect as many observations of the species as possible and derive a linear geographic distribution for the species based solely on these positive observations. Overlay of this distribution on Calwater Planning Watershed polygons was performed to develop the range. Coho Distribution and Range is a product of the CalFish sponsored Anadromous Distribution Program. Please visit the Anadromous Distribution Page for more information.

Category:	Biological Data	Scale:	1:24k
Version:	April 2009	Coordinate System:	Teale Albers (NAD83)
Publication Date:	4/23/2009	Units:	Meters
Update Frequency:	Approximately 1 Year	Delivery:	Compressed Shapefile
Extent:	Northern California - Statewide Coho Range	File Size:	6.6 MB

Steelhead Distribution - Summer

This dataset depicts observation-based stream-level geographic distribution of anadromous summer-run steelhead trout, Oncorhynchus mykiss irideus (O. mykiss), in California. This dataset represents stream reaches that are known or believed to be used by steelhead based on steelhead observations. Thus, it contains only positive steelhead occurrences. The absence of distribution on a stream does not necessarily indicate that steelhead do not utilize that stream. Additionally, steelhead may not be found in all streams or reaches each year. This is due to natural variations in run size, water conditions, and other environmental factors. The information in this data set should be used as an indicator of steelhead presence/suspected presence at the time of the observation as indicated by the 'Late_Yr' (Latest Year) field attribute. Please read the metadata throroughly before using this dataset. Steelhead Distribution - Summer is a product of the CalFish sponsored Anadromous Distribution Program. Please visit the Anadromous Distribution Page for more information.

Category:	Biological Data	Scale:	1:24k
Version:	October 2009	Coordinate System:	Teale Albers (NAD83)
Publication Date:	10/8/2009	Units:	Meters
Update Frequency:	Periodic	Delivery:	Compressed Shapefile
Extent:	Statewide	File Size:	1.6 MB

Steelhead Distribution - Winter

This dataset depicts observation-based stream-level geographic distribution of anadromous winter-run steelhead trout, Oncorhynchus mykiss irideus (O. mykiss), in California. This dataset represents stream reaches that are known or believed to be used by steelhead based on steelhead observations. Thus, it contains only positive steelhead occurrences. The absence of distribution on a stream does not necessarily indicate that steelhead do not utilize that stream. Additionally, steelhead may not be found in all streams or reaches each year. This is due to natural variations in run size, water conditions, and other environmental factors. The information in this data set should be used as an indicator of steelhead presence/suspected presence at the time of the observation as indicated by the 'Late_Yr' (Latest Year) field attribute. Please read the metadata throroughly before using this dataset. Steelhead Distribution - Winter is a product of the CalFish sponsored Anadromous Distribution Program. Please visit the Anadromous Distribution Page for more information.

Category:	Biological Data	Scale:	1:24k
Version:	June_07	Coordinate System:	Teale Albers (NAD83)
Publication Date:	6/29/2007	Units:	Meters
Update Frequency:	Periodic	Delivery:	Compressed Shapefile
Extent:	Statewide	File Size:	13.4 MB

NOAA:Steelhead/Chinook Critical Habitat & Distrib

Various layers downloadable from NOAA Fisheries depict Chinook and Steelhead presence (Distribution) as well as habitat type and quality statewide. The data were compiled by the National Marine Fisheries Service (NOAA Fisheries) Southwest Regional Office (SWR) in an effort to designate Critical Habitat for Chinook and Steelhead in California. These data were published in August of 2005 and are downloadable in Shapefile format. The data are broken out by Evolutionary Significant Units (ESUs).

Category:	Biological Data	Scale:	1:100k
Version:	1.0	Coordinate System:	California Teale Albers NAD83
Publication Date:	8/12/2005	Units:	Meters
Update Frequency:	None Planned	Delivery:	Download from NOAA Website
Extent:	Statewide - Separated by ESU	File Size:	Misc.

Fisheries Restoration Grant Program Boundary

The DFG Fisheries Restoration Grant Program (FRGP) funds grants for habitat restoration work benefiting salmon and steelhead via an annual Proposal Solicitation process. This shapefile describes the area that the FRGP covers, and was created by clipping the DFG Region boundaries to the coastal watersheds in which the FRGP funds grants.

In some locations, the boundary line matches the DFG Region boundary. There is some overlap due to the FRGP Region being based on watershed not region. If you find that you need more information on a watershed that you do not see please contact the Data Management Specialist at 916-324-8298.

This dataset provides a reference for the area in which the FRGP funds grants, divided by DFG Region.

Category:	Management Data	Scale:	Various
Version:	1	Coordinate System:	Teale Albers (NAD83)
Publication Date:	08/18/2008	Units:	Meters
Update Frequency:	No Updates Planned	Delivery:	Compressed Shapefile
Extent:	Statewide	File Size:	1.2 MB

Fisheries Restoration Grant Program Projects

This shapefile contains center points for habitat restoration projects funded by the DFG Fisheries Restoration Grant Program (FRGP). FRGP funds grants for habitat restoration work benefitting salmon and steelhead via an annual Proposal Solicitation process. FRGP projects are managed in the California Habitat Restoration Project Database (CHRPD), created in 1999 to capture, manage, and disseminate data about habitat restoration projects in California benefiting anadromous fish. In addition to serving as a comprehensive repository for information about California habitat restoration projects, the georeferenced project locations in the database enable geographical analyses of projects, aiding analysis of past trends and planning of future restoration work. Please visit the Restoration Projects Page for more information.

Category:	Other Data	Scale:	Various
Version:	1	Coordinate System:	Teale Albers (NAD83)
Publication Date:	02/04/2009	Units:	Meters
Update Frequency:	Approximately every 6 months	Delivery:	Compressed Shapefile
Extent:	Statewide	File Size:	0.9 MB