Elmer J. Chesbro

California — Santa Clara County

Location

StateCalifornia
CountySanta Clara
Coordinates37.11550, -121.69510

Physical Characteristics

NID Height95 ft
Dam Height95 ft
Dam Length690 ft
NID Storage8,086 acre-ft
Max Storage8,086 acre-ft
Surface Area328 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
EAP Status
Last Inspection
Inspection Frequency1

Dam Information

Year Completed1955
Primary PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
Dam Type—
Owner Type—
OwnerSanta Clara Valley Water District

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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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