Braddock Locks And Dam

Significant HazardNot Available ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StatePennsylvania
CountyAllegheny
Nearest CityBRADDOCK
River/StreamMONONGAHELA RIVER
Coordinates40.39053, -79.85800

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeGravity
NID Height33 ft
Dam Length960 ft
Year Completed1905 (121 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage13,700 acre-ft
Max Storage13,700 acre-ft
Normal Storage13,700 acre-ft
Surface Area1,190 acres
Drainage Area7,342 sq mi
Max Discharge110,000 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeNavigation
OwnerUSACE - Pittsburgh District
Owner TypeFederal
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentNot Available
Last Inspection05/05/2023
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDPA00120
Federal IDPA00120
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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