California Dam Gets Safety Overhaul and License Surrender
Published Date: 2/11/2026
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Summary
The Santa Clara Valley Water District is planning to fix up the Anderson Dam to make it safer and will give up its current special permission to run the dam project. This affects local communities in Santa Clara County, California, and involves careful environmental review before work begins. The final report is now available, helping everyone understand the changes and what’s next for this important water and power project.
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