The Swimming River ends up in the reservoir, as well as other small tributaries.

Brookdale Community College is located on the northern bank of the reservoir.

Dorbrook Recreational Area and Thompson Park are also nearby the reservoir.

There are several types of waterfowl and mergansers in the reservoir that migrate during the winter season.

Other species include Canada geese, herons, vultures, American coots, swans, and different types of fish, including white perch, yellow perch, and smelts.