Pocantico Lake Dam

High HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

CountyWestchester
Nearest CityNorth Tarrytown
River/StreamPOCANTICO RIVER
Coordinates41.11444, -73.83833

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height35 ft
Dam Height35 ft
Dam Length300 ft
Year Completed1916 (110 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage1,595 acre-ft
Max Storage1,595 acre-ft
Normal Storage920 acre-ft
Surface Area67 acres
Drainage Area10 sq mi
Max Discharge4,000 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeOther
OwnerWESTCHESTER COUNTY DEPT OF PARKS & RECREATION
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection01/02/2025
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNY00049
Federal IDNY00049
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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