New Cumberland Locks and Dam

New Cumberland Locks and Dam is a lock and dam system on the Ohio River in Hancock County that manages water flow and vessel traffic. The structure includes a main lock for larger commercial vessels and an auxiliary lock for smaller boats, allowing navigation across the river's elevation changes.

The system was constructed during the mid-20th century to improve navigation on the Ohio River for regional commerce. Its completion created a more reliable shipping route that has supported inland waterway transportation.

The United States Army Corps of Engineers Pittsburgh District manages this water infrastructure system that supports regional transportation and commerce on the Ohio River.

The location offers accessible viewing areas along the riverbank where you can watch vessels passing through the locks. Visitors can observe lock operations from several vantage points throughout the day.

The facility is part of a larger system of locks along the Ohio River that creates a major inland waterway network for cargo transport. This infrastructure allows barges to carry goods across multiple states through connected waterways.

Location: Hancock County

Elevation above the sea: 201 m

GPS coordinates: 40.52810,-80.62590

Latest update: December 14, 2025 11:43