This project will use geomorphic data to design and construct projects to increase the stability of eroding creek banks and help restore the natural functions of stream channels. Possible work may include the removal of Comer Debris Basin on Calabazas Creek in Saratoga, and activities to reduce and prevent incision and promote sediment balance in Stevens and Uvas creeks.
Key Performance Indicator for the Safe, Clean Water Program
KPI #1: Construct 3 geomorphic designed projects to restore stability and stream function by preventing incision and promoting sediment balance throughout the watershed.
Site 1: Hale Creek Pilot Enhancement Project
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The 100% design plans for the Hale Creek Enhancement Pilot Project have been completed.
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Environmental permits have been acquired.
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Construction contract is planned to be advertised and awarded in early 2022, with construction starting in April 2022.
Site 2: Bolsa Road Fish Passage Improvements Project (creek restoration and stabilization)
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100% design and construction documents are estimated to be completed in late 2021.
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Environmental permits have been acquired and the amendment for building permanent access ramps will be acquired in late 2021.
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Construction contract is planned to be advertised and awarded in late 2021, with construction starting in May 2022.
Updated April 2021
Key Performance Indicator for the Safe, Clean Water Program
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Construct 3 geomorphic designed projects to restore stability and stream function by preventing incision and promoting sediment balance throughout the watershed.
Benefits
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Uses scientific principles to restore sediment balance and reduce erosion, instability and sedimentation in creeks
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Helps restore stream functions and improves recharge capacity of channel by decreasing sedimentation
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Protects roads from damage caused by eroding channel banks
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Reduces annual maintenance cost for sediment removal
Geographic Area of Benefit
Countywide
About the Safe, Clean Water and Natural Flood Protection Program
In November 2012 the voters of Santa Clara County overwhelmingly approved Measure B, the Safe, Clean Water and Natural Flood Protection Program, as a countywide special parcel tax for 15 years with a sunset date of June 30, 2028. This Program replaced the Clean, Safe Creeks and Natural Flood Protection Plan, which voters approved in November 2000.
The Safe, Clean Water Program was developed with input from more than 16,000 residents and stakeholders and was created to match the community’s needs and values. The voters of Santa Clara County identified five priorities:
Priority A: Ensure a Safe, Reliable Water Supply
Priority B: Reduce Toxins, Hazards and Contaminants in our Waterways
Priority C: Protect our Water Supply from Earthquakes and Natural Disasters
Priority D: Restore Wildlife Habitat and Provide Open Space
Priority E: Provide Flood Protection to Homes, Businesses, Schools and Highways
Other: Six projects from the Clean, Safe, Creeks Plan have been carried forward into the Safe, Clean Water Program.
Each year, Valley Water prepares a report providing a progress update for each of these Program priorities, along with fiscal year accomplishments.
To ensure transparency and accountability to the voters, the ballot measure also created an Independent Monitoring Committee, appointed by the Santa Clara Valley Water District Board of Directors. The Independent Monitoring Committee annually reviews the Program’s progress to ensure the outcomes are achieved in a cost-efficient manner and reports its findings to the Board.
In addition, the Program requires three independent audits, the first of which was conducted in FY 2017.