Port Jervis Reservoir #1 Dam

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

CountyOrange
Nearest CityPort Jervis
River/StreamTR-NEVERSINK RIVER
Coordinates41.38972, -74.69083

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height20 ft
Dam Height20 ft
Dam Length230 ft
Year Completed1869 (157 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage550 acre-ft
Max Storage550 acre-ft
Normal Storage198 acre-ft
Surface Area20 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeWater Supply
OwnerCITY OF PORT JERVIS
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection04/02/2025
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNY01220
Federal IDNY01220
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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