Carquinez Strait

GPTKB entity

Statements (58)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:Strait
gptkbp:climate Mediterranean climate
Warm summers
Mild winters
gptkbp:connects gptkb:San_Pablo_Bay
Suisun Bay
gptkbp:conservation_efforts gptkb:Community_engagement_initiatives
Wetland restoration
Wildlife protection programs
gptkbp:crosses gptkb:Interstate_80
gptkb:Carquinez_Bridge
gptkbp:cultural_significance Spanish exploration
Gold Rush impact
Local Native American history
gptkbp:environment Estuarine
gptkbp:environmental_concerns Pollution
Invasive species
Habitat loss
gptkbp:famous_landmark gptkb:Benicia_Arsenal
gptkb:Martinez_Marina
gptkb:Old_Benicia_State_Capitol
gptkbp:flood_control gptkb:Yes
Managed by levees
gptkbp:geological_formation Tectonic activity
gptkbp:historical_event Shipwrecks
Navigation challenges
gptkbp:historical_significance Gold Rush era
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Carquinez Strait
gptkbp:length approximately 8 miles
gptkbp:local_economy Fishing industry
Supports local businesses
Tourism industry
gptkbp:location gptkb:California
gptkbp:navigable gptkb:Yes
gptkbp:part_of gptkb:San_Francisco_Bay_Area
gptkbp:recreation Boating
Fishing
Kayaking
gptkbp:surrounding_cities gptkb:Benicia
gptkb:Martinez
Vallejo
gptkbp:surrounding_nature gptkb:parks
Natural reserves
Wildlife refuges
gptkbp:tourism Outdoor activities
Historical tours
Attracts visitors for views
gptkbp:transportation Major shipping route
Ferry services
Railroad crossings
gptkbp:water_quality Monitored by environmental agencies
Affected by urban runoff
gptkbp:width varies up to 1 mile
gptkbp:wildlife Fish species
Various species of birds
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:San_Pablo_Bay
gptkb:Martinez,_California
gptkbp:bfsLayer 5