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Mon River Sweep unites community to clean Monongahela River

Mon River Sweep unites community to clean Monongahela River

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Monongahela River Locks and Dam 3 in Elizabeth to be demolished

Monongahela River Locks and Dam 3 in Elizabeth to be demolished

The community of Elizabeth, Pennsylvania, bids farewell to an era as the Monongahela River Locks and Dam 3, a vital part of history since 1907, begins its journey towards decommissioning. In July, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Headquarters initiated the first controlled demolition by using explosives to breach the dam. This marks the start of a series of operations that will continue until December 2024. | U.S. Department of War

The community of Elizabeth, Pennsylvania, bids farewell to an era as the Monongahela River Locks and Dam 3, a vital part of history since 1907, begins its journey towards decommissioning. In July, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Headquarters initiated the first controlled demolition by using explosives to breach the dam. This marks the start of a series of operations that will continue until December 2024. | U.S. Department of War

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Bridges of Pittsburgh: The Monongahela River

Bridges of Pittsburgh: The Monongahela River

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The Monongahela River begins in West Virginia and flows north into Pennsylvania, an unusual direction that helped shape Pittsburgh’s rise. Along its banks, coal mines, barges, and steel mills powered one of the greatest industrial booms the world has ever seen. Coal moved upriver. Steel moved outward. Cities grew where water and resources met. When the Monongahela joins the Allegheny River, the Ohio River is born — carrying industry and influence deep into the heart of America. Today the river l

The Monongahela River begins in West Virginia and flows north into Pennsylvania, an unusual direction that helped shape Pittsburgh’s rise. Along its banks, coal mines, barges, and steel mills powered one of the greatest industrial booms the world has ever seen. Coal moved upriver. Steel moved outward. Cities grew where water and resources met. When the Monongahela joins the Allegheny River, the Ohio River is born — carrying industry and influence deep into the heart of America. Today the river l

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40 years since the 'flood of record' for the Monongahela River

40 years since the 'flood of record' for the Monongahela River

Hannibal Locks and Dam

Hannibal Locks and Dam

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The Monongahela River was so frozen and beautiful from the winter storm. 📍Westover Bridge in Morgantown, West Virginia. January 29, 2026 ❄️ I always love going over this bridge. I think this is my first time seeing it so frozen. it's such a gorgeous sight. 😍 I hope you have a happy weekend. #nature #city #fyp #morgantownwv #WestVirginia #city #winter #Westover #MorgantownWestVirginia #frozen #frozenriver #January #travel #almostheaven | WV Sightseeing

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We're accelerating progress on the Monongahela River! The Pittsburgh District is on track to open a 100-foot-wide navigation channel through the dam at Monongahela River Locks and Dam 3 near Elizabeth, PA by August 28 —months ahead of the original December 2024 timeline! After breaching the dam with controlled explosives on July 10, our team is working closely with contractors to restore a 9-foot draft, allowing commercial navigation without the need for the lock. This milestone is crucial for e

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Lower Monongahela River Project

Step into the transformation along the Monongahela River! Witness how the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Pittsburgh District is pioneering new ways to support aquatic life, creating stone reefs for fish habitats. This initiative is a crucial part of the preparations for the upcoming Elizabeth Locks and Dam removal. 👷‍♂️👷‍♀️ Team Spotlight: Big applause to our dedicated engineers, construction experts, and all participants in this innovative project. Your hard work and passion are shaping a bette

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Monongahela River 💦 under the Fort Pitt Bridge. 🚙 #pittsburgh #pgh #steelcity | View Pittsburgh

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Changes to Mon River locks and dam near Elizabeth mean smoother sailing for commercial vessels

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Walking Tour: Elizabeth Locks Demolition

Demolition of Braddock Locks and Dam

A History of the John P. Murtha Locks and Dam

🎥 This video is from TWENTY YEARS AGO! 🎥 🚧 Public Safety Alert: Elizabeth Dam Demolition 🚧 Attention all residents and river users! Twenty years ago, we used explosives to demolish the fixed-crest dam near Braddock, Pennyslvania. Next week, we will begin demolition for a similar dam near Elizabeth. As we gear up for the demolition of the Monongahela River Locks and Dam 3 next week, let’s take a quick look at how it compares to the demolition from Braddock in this video. REMINDER: - Preparati

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💥 Elizabeth Locks and Dam Demolition💥 🗓️ July 10 marked the first demolition to remove the fixed-crest dam at Monongahela River Locks and Dam 3 near Elizabeth, PA. Removing the dam will create a continuous pool of riverway stretching 30 miles from Charleroi to Braddock, Pennsylvania, improving navigation on the Lower Monongahela River. Safety Measures: 🛥 River traffic must use the lock until the dam is fully removed. 🚫 A 1500 ft. restriction zone around the dam is in effect for public safet

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🚧 Keeping Navigation Moving – No Matter the Season! 🚧 Since 1906, the Braddock Locks and Dam has been a critical part of navigation on the Monongahela River, operating 24/7, 365 days a year – even on holidays! Located just across the river from Kennywood, this facility is one of 23 locks and dams the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Pittsburgh District manages to keep 328 miles of waterways open for navigation. 🌊 Did you know? The Allegheny River tends to freeze before the Monongahela because it

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USS Bald Eagle Cam on 5-3-26 @ 13:27 Stella brings in a fish and all eaglets get large crops!

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USS Bald Eagle Cam 1 on 5-5-26 @ 07:41 Stella then Irvin in with food. All get fed-details 👇👇

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Monongahela River Jetski

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View Pittsburgh on Instagram: "Still one channel open for the barges on the Monongahela River. 😮 #pittsburgh #frozen #river #bridge #winterweather"

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Winter on the Three Rivers Time-Lapses – USACE Pittsburgh District

Monongahela River

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Turn your sound up 🔊 That cracking, rumbling noise is a barge breaking through the frozen Monongahela River. At Lock 4, you don’t just get dinner — you get a front-row seat. ❄️🚢 | Lock 4

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Locks & Dam No. 3 Monongahela River

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How to Pronounce Monongahela? (CORRECTLY)

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Ohio River Locks and Dams

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YouTubeJo Ellen Litz

Ohio River Trip in a Small Runabout

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