Kinzua Dam

Pennsylvania — Warren County — ALLEGHENY RIVER

Location

StatePennsylvania
CountyWarren
RiverALLEGHENY RIVER
Coordinates41.83932, -79.00299

Physical Characteristics

NID Height177 ft
Dam Height
Dam Length1,916 ft
NID Storage1,300,000 acre-ft
Max Storage1,300,000 acre-ft
Surface Area12,080 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentNot Available
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionJune 15, 2023
Inspection Frequency5

Dam Information

Year Completed1965
Primary PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
Dam TypeRockfill
Owner TypeFederal
OwnerUSACE - Pittsburgh District
Other NameAllegheny Reservoir

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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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