Anderson Dam Seismic Retrofit Project Draft Environmental Impact Report (EIR)

The Anderson Dam Seismic Retrofit Project, led by the Santa Clara Valley Water District, focuses on the removal and reconstruction of Anderson Dam in Morgan Hill, California, to meet public safety requirements. This initiative allows for the restoration of Anderson Reservoir to its original capacity while minimizing environmental impacts. The scope of work includes decommissioning existing hydroelectric facilities, surrendering the associated Federal Energy Regulatory Commission license exemption, and implementing conservation measures along Coyote Creek. Post-construction activities involve an adaptive management program, conservation measure operations, and modified reservoir releases under the Fish and Aquatic Habitat Collaborative Effort (FAHCE)-Plus. The project has undergone comprehensive environmental review in compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), resulting in the preparation of an Environmental Impact Report and the adoption of specific mitigation measures and monitoring plans. Administrative filings and notices of determination have been submitted to the State Water Resources Control Board and the County of Santa Clara. Project management is coordinated by Tiffany Chao, and the project is categorized under NAICS code 541620. Financial records indicate the payment of administrative filing fees totaling 4,173.50 dollars to the Santa Clara County Clerk-Recorder's office.