Conemaugh Dam

Pennsylvania — Westmoreland County

Location

StatePennsylvania
CountyWestmoreland
Coordinates40.46811, -79.36627

Physical Characteristics

NID Height144 ft
Dam Height
Dam Length1,266 ft
NID Storage355,000 acre-ft
Max Storage355,000 acre-ft
Surface Area800 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentNot Available
EAP Status
Last Inspection
Inspection Frequency5

Dam Information

Year Completed1952
Primary PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
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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