Cherry Flat

California — Santa Clara County — Penitencia Cr

Location

StateCalifornia
CountySanta Clara
RiverPenitencia Cr
Coordinates37.39710, -121.75800

Physical Characteristics

NID Height60 ft
Dam Height60 ft
Dam Length230 ft
NID Storage500 acre-ft
Max Storage500 acre-ft
Surface Area25 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionAugust 21, 2024
Inspection Frequency1

Dam Information

Year Completed1936
Primary PurposeWater Supply
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypeLocal Government
OwnerCity of San Jose

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About This Dam Record

Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.

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