Point Marion Lock and Dam

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There is one lock chamber on the left descending bank of the river at the dam, Script error: No such module "convert". wide and Script error: No such module "convert". long. The reservoir formed by the dam is also a municipal and industrial water supply.[1]

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Point Marion Lock and Dam Entrance, with the Fort Martin Power Station in the distance.

See also

List of crossings of the Monongahela River

References

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