Braddock Locks and Dam

Pennsylvania — Allegheny County — MONONGAHELA RIVER

Location

StatePennsylvania
CountyAllegheny
RiverMONONGAHELA RIVER
Coordinates40.39053, -79.85800

Physical Characteristics

NID Height33 ft
Dam Height
Dam Length960 ft
NID Storage13,700 acre-ft
Max Storage13,700 acre-ft
Surface Area1,190 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialSignificant
Condition AssessmentNot Available
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionMay 5, 2023
Inspection Frequency5

Dam Information

Year Completed1905
Primary PurposeNavigation
Dam TypeGravity
Owner TypeFederal
OwnerUSACE - Pittsburgh District
Other NameMonongahela River Pool 02

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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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