Conemaugh Dam

Pennsylvania — Westmoreland County — CONEMAUGH RIVER

Location

StatePennsylvania
CountyWestmoreland
RiverCONEMAUGH RIVER
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 StatusYes
Last InspectionJuly 30, 2025
Inspection Frequency5

Dam Information

Year Completed1952
Primary PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
Dam TypeGravity
Owner TypeFederal
OwnerUSACE - Pittsburgh District
Other NameConemaugh River Lake

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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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