Morgantown Lock and Dam
West Virginia — Monongalia County — MONONGAHELA RIVER
Location
| State | West Virginia |
| County | Monongalia |
| River | MONONGAHELA RIVER |
| Coordinates | 39.61983, -79.96897 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 36 ft |
| Dam Height | — |
| Dam Length | 522 ft |
| NID Storage | 6,200 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 6,200 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 365 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Not Available |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | September 19, 2025 |
| Inspection Frequency | 5 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1950 |
| Primary Purpose | Navigation |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Owner Type | Federal |
| Owner | USACE - Pittsburgh District |
| Other Name | Morgantown Pool |
Location Map
About This Dam Record
Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.