Santa Clara Valley Water District Submits Anderson Dam Tunnel Project Approval to Federal Energy Regulatory Commission

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The Santa Clara Valley Water District has submitted the Anderson Dam Tunnel Project South Channel Dewatering Plan to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission. The plan, approved by the State Water Resources Control Board on June 11, 2025, outlines the necessary dewatering activities for the construction of a weir within the South Channel of Coyote Creek in summer 2025. The district's submission aims to transmit the State Water Board's approval to the Commission and facilitate the project's progression.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Santa Clara Valley Water District has submitted the Anderson Dam Tunnel Project South Channel Dewatering Plan to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission.
  • The plan was approved by the State Water Resources Control Board on June 11, 2025, and outlines the necessary dewatering activities for the construction of a weir within the South Channel of Coyote Creek.
  • The project requires dewatering activities to be completed in summer 2025.
  • The transmittal letter is signed by Ryan McCarter, Deputy Operating Officer of the Dam Safety and Capital Delivery Division.
  • The letter includes the contact information of Abby Annicchiarico, who can be reached via phone at (408) 630-2456 or email at AAnnicchiarico@valleywater.org.

Statistics:

  • The State Water Resources Control Board approved the South Channel Dewatering Plan on June 11, 2025.
  • The project involves the construction of a weir within the South Channel of Coyote Creek.
  • The dewatering activities are scheduled to be completed in summer 2025.

Sources:

  • [1] Ms. Debbie-Anne A. Reese, Secretary Federal Energy Regulatory Commission 888 First Street NE Washington, DC 20426 Reference: P-5737-007
  • [2] Enclosure not provided
  • [3] June 13, 2025 is mentioned in the cc section as the date of the letter.