First Reservoir Dam

High HazardPoor ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

CountyRockland
Nearest CityThiells
River/StreamHORSE CHOCK BROOK
Coordinates41.21623, -74.05820

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height46 ft
Dam Height46 ft
Dam Length650 ft
Year Completed1917 (109 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage116 acre-ft
Max Storage116 acre-ft
Normal Storage68 acre-ft
Surface Area6 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeWater Supply
OwnerNYSOPRHP - PALISADES INTERSTATE PARK COMMISSION
Owner TypeState
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentPoor
Last Inspection05/07/2025
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNY01531
Federal IDNY01531
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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