New Croton Reservoir Dam

High HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

CountyWestchester
Nearest CityCroton-on-hudson
River/StreamCROTON RIVER
Coordinates41.22667, -73.85667

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeConcrete
NID Height174 ft
Dam Height174 ft
Dam Length1,218 ft
Year Completed1906 (120 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage96,000 acre-ft
Max Storage96,000 acre-ft
Normal Storage72,900 acre-ft
Surface Area2,260 acres
Drainage Area375 sq mi
Max Discharge259,400 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeWater Supply
OwnerNYCDEP DAMS EAST OF THE HUDSON RIVER
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection05/23/2024
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNY00046
Federal IDNY00046
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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