Boyds Corner Dam
New York — Putnam County — WEST BRANCH CROTON RIVER
Location
| State | New York |
| County | Putnam |
| River | WEST BRANCH CROTON RIVER |
| Coordinates | 41.45040, -73.73853 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 78 ft |
| Dam Height | 78 ft |
| Dam Length | 670 ft |
| NID Storage | 12,010 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 12,010 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 297 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | March 17, 2025 |
| Inspection Frequency | 2 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1872 |
| Primary Purpose | Water Supply |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | NYCDEP DAMS EAST OF THE HUDSON RIVER |
Location Map
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.