Newburgh_Lock_and_Dam

Newburgh Lock and Dam

Newburgh Lock and Dam

Dam in Indiana/Kentucky border

Newburgh Lock and Dam is the 16th lock and dam on the Ohio River, located 776 miles (1,249 km) down stream of Pittsburgh.There are two locks. The main lock for commercial barge traffic that is 1,200 feet (370 m) long by 110 feet (34 m) wide, and the auxiliary lock is 600 feet (180 m) by 110 feet (34 m) wide.[1]

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History

Newburgh Lock and Dam replaced lock and dams 46 and 47 on the Ohio river.

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References

  1. [1]
    "Louisville District > Missions > Civil Works > Navigation > Locks and Dams > Newburgh Locks and Dam".
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