Mount Kisco Warns That Swimming In Byram Lake Is Prohibited

MOUNT KISCO, NY — The Village/Town of Mount Kisco is warning residents that swimming is prohibited in Byram Lake for safety reasons and there are consequences to ignoring the prohibition.

The lake is the primary water supply for Mount Kisco and some properties in Bedford and New Castle. It is therefore important to keep the water supply as clean as possible, officials said. Additionally, the town pointed to concerns about unauthorized swimming where there are no lifeguards at the lake to perform rescues or first aid in the event of an emergency.

Municipal officials said there are still plenty of ways to enjoy the water as summer approaches.

Mount Kisco residents and those in the Bedford Central School District and neighboring communities are able to purchase pool passes at the Memorial Pool Complex in Leonard Park. More information can be found here.

Boating permits are issued in the Tax Office at Mount Kisco Village Hall. More information is available here.

Residents are reminded that officers from the Mount Kisco Precinct of the Westchester County Police Department actively patrol Byram Lake and are issuing summons for any violations they see.