Dashields Locks and Dam

Pennsylvania — Allegheny County

Location

StatePennsylvania
CountyAllegheny
Coordinates40.54976, -80.20509

Physical Characteristics

NID Height44 ft
Dam Height
Dam Length1,799 ft
NID Storage17,000 acre-ft
Max Storage17,000 acre-ft
Surface Area1,210 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialSignificant
Condition AssessmentNot Available
EAP Status
Last Inspection
Inspection Frequency5

Dam Information

Year Completed1929
Primary PurposeNavigation
Dam Type—
Owner Type—
OwnerUSACE - Pittsburgh District

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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.

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