New Rochelle Reservoir #1 Dam

New York — Westchester County — LYON CREEK

Location

StateNew York
CountyWestchester
RiverLYON CREEK
Coordinates40.95667, -73.79889

Physical Characteristics

NID Height30 ft
Dam Height30 ft
Dam Length680 ft
NID Storage1,043 acre-ft
Max Storage1,043 acre-ft
Surface Area62 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentPoor
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionMarch 20, 2024
Inspection Frequency2

Dam Information

Year Completed1894
Primary PurposeRecreation
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypePrivate
OwnerBlock 138 Corporation;CITY OF NEW ROCHELLE;TOWNHOUSES AT LAKE ISLE ASSOCIATION
Other NameLake Isle

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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.

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