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United States. Federal Energy Regulatory Commission

Anderson Dam Seismic Retrofit Project Update: Key Developments and Insights

Strategic Insights

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The Santa Clara Valley Water District has submitted the Anderson Dam Seismic Retrofit Project (ADSRP) document to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), highlighting significant progress in the project's development. The document includes various attachments, such as a final agenda, PowerPoint presentations, and attendance sheets, which were reviewed and approved by the Board of Consultants (BOC). The project aims to retrofit the Anderson Dam, addressing seismic concerns and ensuring the dam's safety and integrity.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Anderson Dam Seismic Retrofit Project (ADSRP) is a critical initiative to address seismic concerns and ensure the dam's safety and integrity.
  • The project has made significant progress, with the Board of Consultants (BOC) reviewing and approving the final agenda, PowerPoint presentations, and attendance sheets.
  • The BOC members include experts in geotechnical engineering, geology, and other relevant fields, ensuring a comprehensive and informed review of the project.
  • The project involves reviewing and updating the dam's design and operations to address seismic risks, with a focus on improving public safety and protecting the environment.
  • The ADSRP is a collaborative effort between the Santa Clara Valley Water District and the FERC, with outreach to key stakeholders, including the Division of Safety of Dams, the community, and local businesses.

Statistics:

  • The Anderson Dam Seismic Retrofit Project (ADSRP) involves the review and approval of multiple attachments, including a final agenda, PowerPoint presentations, and attendance sheets.
  • The document was submitted to the FERC on June 19, 2025, and is expected to be reviewed and commented on by stakeholders.
  • The project aims to retrofit the Anderson Dam, addressing seismic concerns and ensuring the dam's safety and integrity for the benefit of over 1.8 million people in the Santa Clara Valley area.

Sources:

Anderson Dam Seismic Retrofit Project Santa Clara Valley Water District 5750 Almaden Expressway, San Jose, CA 95118-3686 Valley Water Transmittal 1 TRANSMITTAL LETTER dated June 19, 2025

Board of Consultants:

- Raymond B. Seed, Ph.D.

- Dan Hertel, P.E.

- Stephen Verigin, P.E., G.E.

- William Lettis, Ph.D., P.G., C.E.G.

- Gregg Korbin, Ph.D.

- Paul Schweiger, P.E., C.F.M.

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