Jerome Park Reservoir Dam
Key Takeaway
Jerome Park Reservoir Dam is classified as high hazard in New York. It was completed in 1906 and is 120 years old. Its primary use is water supply. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 42 ft (taller than 89.4% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 1,100 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 2.9K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 2.4K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 94 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 200 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1906 (120 years old) |
| NID ID | NY00064 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
NEW YORK CITY DEPT OF ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION;NYCDEP DAMS EAST OF THE HUDSON RIVER
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Jerome Park Reservoir Dam?
Jerome Park Reservoir Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Jerome Park Reservoir Dam?
Jerome Park Reservoir Dam is owned by NEW YORK CITY DEPT OF ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION;NYCDEP DAMS EAST OF THE HUDSON RIVER (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Jerome Park Reservoir Dam built?
Jerome Park Reservoir Dam was completed in 1906, making it 120 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Jerome Park Reservoir Dam?
Jerome Park Reservoir Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Jerome Park Reservoir Dam?
Jerome Park Reservoir Dam has a dam height of 42 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Jerome Park Reservoir Dam last inspected?
Jerome Park Reservoir Dam was last inspected on November 14, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.