Davis Island Lock and Dam Site
Avalon, Pennsylvania • Allegheny County
Avalon, Pennsylvania • Allegheny County
The Davis Island Lock and Dam Site in Avalon, Pennsylvania, represents a crucial component of the Monongahela River's navigation system. It was an early and influential example of modern lock and dam construction for industrial purposes.
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