Kensico Dam
New York — Westchester County — BRONX RIVER
Location
| State | New York |
| County | Westchester |
| River | BRONX RIVER |
| Coordinates | 41.07333, -73.76611 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 168 ft |
| Dam Height | 168 ft |
| Dam Length | 1,843 ft |
| NID Storage | 116,560 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 116,560 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2,218 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | January 26, 2024 |
| Inspection Frequency | 2 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1916 |
| Primary Purpose | Water Supply |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | NYCDEP DAMS EAST OF THE HUDSON RIVER |
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About This Dam Record
Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.