Vasona Reservoir
Reservoir in Los Gatos, California
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Vasona Reservoir is an artificial lake located in Los Gatos, California, United States. A 152-acre (62 ha) county park surrounds the reservoir[4] and provides limited fishing[5][6] ("catch and release"), picnicking, and informal play activities. Although swimming is not allowed,[7] human-powered boating is permitted in the reservoir.[8]
LocationLos Gatos, California
Coordinates37°14′48″N 121°57′54″W[1]
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| Location | Los Gatos, California |
| Coordinates | 37°14′48″N 121°57′54″W[1] |
| Type | Reservoir |
| Primary inflows | Los Gatos Creek[2] |
| Primary outflows | Los Gatos Creek |
| Catchment area | 44.2 sq mi (114 km2)[3] |
| Basin countries | United States |
| Managing agency | Santa Clara Valley Water District |
| Surface area | 57 acres (23 ha) |
| Water volume | 495 acre⋅ft (611,000 m3) |
| References | [3][1][2] |
History
The reservoir was formed by the Vasona Percolating Dam, built in 1935 across Los Gatos Creek.[9] It is the smallest reservoir owned by the Santa Clara Valley Water District.[10]
Albert August Vollmer, who came to the area in 1887, named the area after a pony he had had as a child.[9]
