Dams in Bronx County, New York
2Total Dams
1High Hazard
1Significant
Dam Safety in Bronx County, New York
Bronx County has 2 dams tracked in the National Inventory of Dams. Of these, 1 are classified as high hazard — meaning failure would probably cause loss of human life. Another 1 carry a significant hazard classification.
The average dam in Bronx County is 123 years old. The most common purpose is water supply. The tallest dam is Jerome Park Reservoir Dam at 42 ft.
Explore more: Oldest dams in New York · Tallest dams · High risk dams · Largest reservoirs
| Dam | Hazard | Condition | Height (ft) | Purpose | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jerome Park Reservoir Dam | High | Satisfactory | 42 | Water Supply | 1906 |
| Bronx River Dam (north) | Significant | Fair | 18 | Recreation | 1900 |