Holland Tract facts for kids
Sheep roaming the Holland Tract in 2021.
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 Holland Tract
Location in Sacramento-San Joaquin River Delta
Holland Tract
Location in California
Holland Tract
Location in the United States
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| Location | Northern California |
| Coordinates | 37°59′55″N 121°36′08″W / 37.99861°N 121.60222°W |
| Adjacent bodies of water | Sacramento–San Joaquin River Delta |
| Highest elevation | 7 ft (2.1 m) |
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United States
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| State |  California |
| County | Contra Costa |
The Holland Tract is an island located in the Sacramento–San Joaquin River Delta in Northern California. It is part of Contra Costa County, California. This island is managed by a group called Reclamation District 2025.
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About Holland Tract
Holland Tract is a unique piece of land in the delta. It sits at coordinates 37°59′55″N 121°36′08″W / 37.99861°N 121.60222°W. In 1981, the United States Geological Survey (USGS) measured its elevation. It was found to be about 7 feet (2.1 meters) above sea level.
History of the Island
The island has been known for a long time. It appeared on a map made by the United States Geological Survey in 1952. This shows that it has been an important part of the delta for many years.
Who Owns Holland Tract?
Most of Holland Tract is owned by the Metropolitan Water District of Southern California. This organization helps manage water for a large part of Southern California. Owning land in the delta helps them with water supply.
Life on the Island
Holland Tract is known for its open spaces. You might even see sheep grazing there, as shown in a picture from 2021. The island's flat land and location in the delta make it suitable for farming and other uses.
Managing the Land
Reclamation District 2025 is in charge of managing Holland Tract. These districts are special groups that help protect delta lands. They work to keep the land safe from floods and manage water levels. This is very important for islands in a delta region.
