Uvas Reservoir

June 6 2023

9,097 acre-ft

Water storage levels at Uvas Reservoir are currently 9,097 acre-ft, about None% of normal. The average for this time of year is approximately Noneacre-ft.

Maximum recorded Storage since record keeping began in 2021 was 2022-12-31 when levels reached 10,182 acre-ft. Lowest recorded Storage was 2021-10-23 when levels receded to 924 acre-ft.

Uvas Reservoir is a man-made lake located in Santa Clara County, California. The reservoir was created in 1957 as a part of the Uvas-Carnadero Project, which was designed to provide water to agricultural and urban users. The reservoir has a capacity of 22,000 acre-feet and is supplied by both surface flow from Uvas Creek and snowmelt from the nearby Santa Cruz Mountains. The water from the reservoir is used for irrigation and drinking water purposes. The surrounding area is also used for agricultural purposes, including the production of grapes, almonds, and hay. Additionally, the reservoir is used for recreational activities such as fishing, boating, and hiking. The Uvas Reservoir plays an important role in both the hydrology and economy of Santa Clara County.