Anderson
High HazardUnsatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes
Location
| State | California |
| County | Santa Clara |
| Nearest City | Morgan Hill |
| River/Stream | Coyote Creek |
| Coordinates | 37.16760, -121.63080 |
Physical Characteristics
| Dam Type | Rockfill |
| NID Height | 240 ft |
| Dam Height | 240 ft |
| Dam Length | 1,380 ft |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
Storage & Hydraulics
| NID Storage | 89,073 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 89,073 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 89,073 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1,240 acres |
| Drainage Area | 193 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 95,800 cfs |
| Spillway Type | Uncontrolled |
Ownership & Safety
| Purpose | Water Supply |
| Owner | Santa Clara Valley Water District |
| Owner Type | Public Utility |
| Hazard Classification | High |
| Condition Assessment | Unsatisfactory |
| Last Inspection | 08/27/2025 |
| Emergency Action Plan | Yes |