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Mark Novak: 9 dams on the river .. none hydroelectric?..An aerial view of Monongahela River Locks and Dam 3 at Elizabeth, Pennsylvania.Elizabeth Locks and Dam is one of nine navigation structures on the Monongahela River which provide navigation from Fairmont, West Virginia, to downtown Pittsburgh.The facility is located at River Mile 23.8. Construction on Elizabeth Locks and Dam began in 1905 and was completed in 1907, at which point it became operational.📸 by Michel Sauret
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Pittsburgh District: Mark Novak hey Mark!
Here's a story we wrote recently about the hydropower plants at our various dams on the river and at reservoirs:
Todd Rygelski: When is this scheduled for demolition?
Michel Sauret: Todd Rygelski the schedule hasn't been set yet, but it's planned for sometime in 2024.
[The Braddock (#2) Dam is being made bigger so this one will no longer be needed.]
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🚢🌉 Elizabeth Locks and Dam: Over a Century of Navigational Service🔔 Attention Pittsburgh District! We are turning a chapter of history! The iconic Elizabeth Locks and Dam, a centennial beacon of navigation and economic drive since 1907, is gearing up for a dramatic conclusion next summer. 🏗️🌅📆 Want more information? Come see us tomorrow, Dec. 12, 7-9 PM at the Elizabeth Borough Firehall. Join us to delve into the transformative journey of this historic landmark. 🗓️📍👷♂️ Hear firsthand from our dedicated team about the intricate art of maintaining one of the nation's oldest locks! 🛠️🔧💣 Witness plans for an explosive finale, marking a bold leap into modern navigation advancements. We're not just demolishing a structure; we're paving the way for a more efficient, 30-mile navigable waterway! 🌐🛳️🌳 We're not just leaving a legacy behind; we're transforming it. Expect innovative fish reefs and riverbank stabilization efforts, ensuring our river's health and vibrancy for years to come! 🌱🐟👋 Say farewell to the old and welcome the new era of navigation. Be part of this historicU.S. Army Corps of Engineers Pittsburgh District🔗 Learn more about the history behind Elizabeth Locks and Dam and its people here: https://www.lrp.usace.army.mil/.../News.../Article/3607090
Joe McNeil: Let’s not forget totally decimating the fish population that lives there 🤦🏻♂️
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Pittsburgh District: Joe McNeil I think you've missed the fact we just constructed 73 stone fish reefs in the Monongahela River.
Joe McNeil: U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Pittsburgh District I’ve read everything you guys have planned. But I think you’re missing the fact that the dam created the necessary levels of dissolved oxygen required during the summer for the insane amount of thriving fish there. That is their home and it’s about to be blown into oblivion. That river temp hits 85 degrees in the summer & feels like bath water. Those reefs will attract some fish of course, but it will never be even close to the same. Now people are just going to have to watch out for their lower units/props. Lol
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| Mark Dodd commented on the above post I was the last of 5 generations of our family to live in the village of Lock Three, named after the original wooden locks. This is a picture of the original wooden lock and dam. |
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| Jacob H. Ford Photography posted Here's another shot I took late morning from the Elizabeth Bridge, standing closer to the West Elizabeth side of the river from the bridge. Since my last shot with a towboat and barge was in black and white, I decided to keep this shot here in color. In this shot I captured a towboat and barges along Riverlift Industries in West Elizabeth, and another one farther up the river on the other side of Lock #3. What I love about this shot in addition to the fog on the river is the placement of the towboats and barges, while I intentionally included some of the cranes and other equipment for a more industrial look to this composition. The lowly fog in the valley also gives this shot an interesting look as well, with the thin layer of fog right over the water's surface giving the water an almost "silky" look. I may post a black and white version of this specific shot later this week, but for now, here's the color version. Enjoy! Photo taken: March 2, 2024 Jeff Warner: it's going to be wild to not have that lock and dam after July [2024]. [It looks like at least some coal is still being mined.] |
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