Kinzua Dam

High HazardNot Available ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StatePennsylvania
CountyWarren
Nearest CityWARREN
River/StreamALLEGHENY RIVER
Coordinates41.83932, -79.00299

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeRockfill
NID Height177 ft
Dam Length1,916 ft
Year Completed1965 (61 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage1,300,000 acre-ft
Max Storage1,300,000 acre-ft
Normal Storage573,000 acre-ft
Surface Area12,080 acres
Drainage Area2,180 sq mi
Max Discharge144,000 cfs
Spillway TypeControlled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
OwnerUSACE - Pittsburgh District
Owner TypeFederal
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentNot Available
Last Inspection06/15/2023
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDPA00105
Federal IDPA00105
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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