Tygart River Reservoir Dam
Tygart River Reservoir Dam, Gravity dam in Taylor County, United States.
The Tygart River Reservoir Dam stretches 1,921 feet in length and rises 209 feet from its base, featuring concrete construction with Art Deco elements.
Built between 1934 and 1938 during the Great Depression, the dam employed over 1,700 workers and required the relocation of several small communities.
The dam structure, designed by architect Paul Philippe Cret, represents the engineering achievements and public works initiatives of the New Deal era.
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers maintains the dam, which offers guided tours every Friday during summer months from June through August.
During the 1985 floods, the dam prevented $195.8 million in damages and reduced flood levels along the Monongahela River by 6.8 feet.
Location: Taylor County
Architects: Paul Philippe Cret
Elevation above the sea: 334 m
GPS coordinates: 39.31140,-80.03280
Latest update: March 7, 2025 05:00
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