Stevens Creek Reservoir

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Stevens Creek Reservoir, Artificial reservoir in Santa Clara County, United States

The Stevens Creek Reservoir spans 92 acres within a 1,063-acre county park near Cupertino, bordered by the Santa Cruz Mountains foothills.

The Santa Clara Valley Water District constructed the Stevens Creek Dam in 1935, later expanding its height by 10 feet with additional materials in 1985.

The reservoir bears the name of Captain Elijah Stephens, who led the first wagon train across the Sierra Nevada mountains in 1844.

The reservoir permits non-powered boats and catch-and-release fishing, while maintaining strict regulations against powered vessels and swimming activities.

The water body supports multiple fish species, including landlocked steelhead, though consumption warnings exist due to elevated mercury and PCB levels.

Location: Santa Clara County

GPS coordinates: 37.29191,-122.08096

Latest update: June 15, 2025 05:28

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