Big Tom, Bronx
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Big Tom is a submerged rock in Eastchester Bay
, New York, one quarter mile west of Belden Point
. It is only visible at very low tide, however it is nonetheless referred to in historical journals. It is thought to be named after Thomas Pell
who owned City Island. It is the only serious hazard to navigation in that part of the Bay.
Eastchester Bay
Eastchester Bay is a protected body of water between City Island and the mainland Bronx, New York. Technically, it is a sound, not a bay, since it is open to larger bodies of water at both ends. The northern end connects via a narrow channel to Pelham Bay...
, New York, one quarter mile west of Belden Point
Belden Point
Belden Point is the southernmost section of City Island, located in the New York City borough of The Bronx.Belden Point is named for William Belden, a developer who opened an amusement park and resort in the area in 1887. In the early part of the 20th century, the area was a favored recreation...
. It is only visible at very low tide, however it is nonetheless referred to in historical journals. It is thought to be named after Thomas Pell
Thomas Pell
Dates may not be entirely accurate in this article due to disagreements between sources.Thomas Pell was a physician who was famous for buying the area known as Pelham, Westchester, New York, as well as land that now includes the eastern Bronx and southern Westchester County. He founded the town...
who owned City Island. It is the only serious hazard to navigation in that part of the Bay.