Queens Reservoir’s Green Makeover | New York City News

Queens’ Ridgewood Reservoir is getting a major eco-makeover as volunteers pull out 15,000 cubic feet of invasive phragmites to restore native wildlife and turn the site into a natural flood buffer. Once a drinking water source, it’s now a key part of NYC’s “bluebelt” strategy to manage rainwater with nature—not against it. Wildlife is already returning, including lizards, fishing spiders, bryozoans, and even snapping turtles—some of which have been known to take down swans. Though still off-limits to the public, plans are underway to eventually open it with boardwalks and kayak tours, turning an old reservoir into a vibrant green infrastructure gem for both nature and community. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/06a73f2fa3caef40