Library Pond Improvement Project

Library Pond, also known as the Audrey Hochberg Pond Preserve, is a passive park located at 56 Olmsted Road, adjacent to the Scarsdale Public Library. The preserve features a scenic pond, walking paths, and park seating—offering residents a peaceful natural retreat.

Over time, the pond has experienced a buildup of silt and debris from street runoff, degrading water quality and habitat conditions. The Village of Scarsdale is leading a project to address these issues and improve pedestrian access to the preserve.

Project Goals

• Remove accumulated silt and debris to restore water quality and improve the pond’s habitat.
• Install two stormwater treatment structures to clean runoff before it enters the pond.
• Repair sections of the pond wall as needed to preserve structural integrity.
• Construct a new sidewalk along Olmsted Road to connect Post Road, the Village Library, and Brewster Road.

Project Benefits

• Enhanced water quality and a healthier habitat for local wildlife.
• Water quality improvements extending from the pond to the South Fox Meadow watercourse and the Bronx River.
• Improved pedestrian accessibility and safer connections to the preserve and surrounding areas.