While Valley Water rebuilds Anderson Dam, we have ensured that Coyote Creek and the Coyote Percolation Ponds in South San José have enough water to recharge groundwater and support the surrounding habitat and wildlife. In November 2024, our agency completed the Cross Valley Pipeline Extension Project, an important effort to enhance water supply and provide environmental benefits in South County. This pipeline extension allows us to send additional imported water into Coyote Creek and the downstream percolation ponds while we rebuild Anderson Dam.
–Written by John Varela, District 1 Director on the Valley Water board