Renovation Projects
In September 2007, the Santa Clara Valley Water District began its “Lenihan Dam Outlet Project” at Lexington Reservoir. This project replaced the old outlet pipe that releases water from Lexington Reservoir into some of the creeks and streams of Santa Clara Valley.
In the past, the old pipe required frequent maintenance and repairs because it was aging and collapsed in several areas. The new outlet pipe, which runs through a new tunnel in Saint Joseph’s Hill (on the east side of the dam), also features new actuating valves and a new intake structure.
The project was completed in Fall of 2009, and “first release” celebration was held on Oct. 20, 2009. The Santa Clara Valley Water District features a Lexington Reservoir & Lenihan Dam Project project page on its website.
Read more about this topic: Lexington Reservoir
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