Why did the navy move out of the Brooklyn navy yard?

The Brooklyn Navy Yard was gradually closed and operations were moved out due to a combination of factors, including the decline of naval shipbuilding and repair demand, changes in military strategy, and urban development pressures. By the 1960s, the facility was deemed outdated for modern naval operations. The navy officially closed the yard in 1966, transitioning its focus to more advanced facilities better suited for contemporary naval needs. Today, the site has been repurposed for various commercial and industrial uses.