Fort Drum, Military census-designated place in Jefferson County, New York.
Fort Drum extends across 107,265 acres of land in northern New York, functioning as a principal training center for the United States Army.
The installation began as Pine Camp in 1908 and expanded during World War II, requiring the acquisition of 75,000 additional acres of surrounding territory.
The LeRay Mansion within Fort Drum stands as a National Register of Historic Places structure, representing early 19th-century architectural heritage in Jefferson County.
The military base provides employment opportunities for civilians in education, healthcare, and maintenance sectors, while supporting approximately 80,000 troops annually.
Fort Drum operates a biofuel power plant established in 2014, demonstrating the integration of renewable energy systems in military installations.
Location: Jefferson County
Inception: 1908
GPS coordinates: 44.04639,-75.77717
Latest update: May 26, 2025 19:43
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