Rondout Reservoir, Water reservoir in Catskill Mountains, United States
Rondout Reservoir is a large body of water in the Catskill Mountains, created by damming Rondout Creek to form a long lake winding through forested hills. The water surface reflects the surrounding landscape, with dense woods covering the banks and mountains visible in the distance.
The reservoir was created in the mid-20th century by damming Rondout Creek and has served since then as a major water source for the region. Its construction reshaped the local landscape and became part of a larger water management system.
The reservoir forms part of New York City's Delaware System, providing essential water resources to millions of residents in the metropolitan area.
The reservoir offers access for fishing and water activities from several points along its shoreline, with parking areas available at main entry spots. Visitors should check local regulations before planning water-based activities.
The reservoir receives water from multiple other storage lakes through an underground tunnel network that gathers resources from different mountain streams. This hidden engineering system works unseen, connecting distant water sources into a single supply network.
Location: New York
GPS coordinates: 41.82260,-74.47100
Latest update: December 8, 2025 19:52
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