C.W. Bill Young Lock and Dam

Pennsylvania — Allegheny County — ALLEGHENY RIVER

Location

StatePennsylvania
CountyAllegheny
RiverALLEGHENY RIVER
Coordinates40.53820, -79.81537

Physical Characteristics

NID Height36 ft
Dam Height
Dam Length1,550 ft
NID Storage16,800 acre-ft
Max Storage16,800 acre-ft
Surface Area1,220 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialSignificant
Condition AssessmentNot Available
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionOctober 10, 2023
Inspection Frequency5

Dam Information

Year Completed1934
Primary PurposeNavigation
Dam TypeGravity
Owner TypeFederal
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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