The Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis Reservoir, also known to many as the Central Park Reservoir, is a reservoir that is no longer in use as a water supply. It was 'retired' back in 1993 after it was determined that it was vulnerable to contamination and was also made obsolete by superior methods of supplying some of the water supply for the city. The reservoir was still considered a part of the city's water supply, for emergency use during droughts, until 1999. As for being renamed, that happened in 1994 to honor Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis.
The 1.6-mile running track surrounding the reservoir attracts thousands of joggers every day. The 110-acre reservoir is not accessible to the public and is completely gated in, making it a haven for waterfowl. It serves as the primary water supply for the park's other ponds and lakes.
Related: 131-Year-Old Reservoir Is Deemed Obsolete
The street view panorama below was taken during the January 2016 blizzard
Other quick facts about the Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis Reservoir:
The reservoir comprises an area of 106 acres.
Starting in 1858, Irish immigrants were the main workers working on the reservoir.
The reservoir was initially known as the Croton Reservoir prior to its subsequent names.
More information about the reservoir and Central Park:
The Early History Of New York City’s Central Park
12 HIDDEN SECRETS in Central Park | New York City
Central Park Conservancy - Reservoir
The Central Park Reservoir
More Street Views of Central Park locations in Winter
Minton Tiles at Bethesda Arcade
The Mall and Literary Walk
Skater's Road
Related: 131-Year-Old Reservoir Is Deemed Obsolete
The street view panorama below was taken during the January 2016 blizzard
Other quick facts about the Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis Reservoir:
The reservoir comprises an area of 106 acres.
Starting in 1858, Irish immigrants were the main workers working on the reservoir.
The reservoir was initially known as the Croton Reservoir prior to its subsequent names.
More information about the reservoir and Central Park:
The Early History Of New York City’s Central Park
12 HIDDEN SECRETS in Central Park | New York City
Central Park Conservancy - Reservoir
The Central Park Reservoir
More Street Views of Central Park locations in Winter
Minton Tiles at Bethesda Arcade
The Mall and Literary Walk
Skater's Road