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Allegheny River Lock and Dam No. 2

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania • Allegheny County

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About This Property

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Allegheny River Lock and Dam No. 2 is a significant piece of infrastructure located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. It played a crucial role in managing the flow of the Allegheny River for transportation and flood control.

Property Information

Source: National Register of Historic Places
Category
Structure
Acreage
8.8
Listed Date
4/21/2000
Other Names
New Lock No. 2

Significance Details

Source: National Register of Historic Places
Area of Significance
Transportation; Maritime History; Engineering
Periods of Significance
1900 Ad - 1949 Ad
National Historic Landmark
No
Level - International
No
Level - National
No
Level - State
Yes
Level - Local
No
Level - Not Indicated
No

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