Opekiska Lock and Dam, Navigation lock and dam in Monongalia County, United States
The Opekiska Lock and Dam spans across the Monongahela River, maintaining a minimum water depth of 9 feet for vessel navigation between Fairmont and Pittsburgh.
The construction of Opekiska Lock and Dam took place from 1961 to 1964, replacing two older timber crib structures known as Locks 14 and 15 from 1903.
The lock and dam system represents the engineering achievements of the mid-20th century, demonstrating the importance of water management in American infrastructure development.
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers operates this single-chamber lock structure, with seasonal schedules and specific navigation protocols for commercial and recreational vessels.
The upstream pool created by the dam extends 13 miles to Fairmont, affecting water levels in both the Tygart Valley River and West Fork River tributaries.
Location: Monongalia County
GPS coordinates: 39.56330,-80.04970
Latest update: March 6, 2025 12:33
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