Hildebrand Lock and Dam
Abstract
Hildebrand Lock and Dam is located on the left descending bank of the Monongahela River about 108 miles above the "Point" at Pittsburgh, PA Principal structures at the site include an 84-ft by 600-ft lock and a 530-ft-long gated dam. Because of the location of the Hildebrand project (downstream of a very sharp left-hand bend) and the uniqueness of the depositing sediments, both a physical model and a numerical model were used to develop a plan that would eliminate or reduce tendencies for fine-grain silts and clays, intermingled with leaves and organics, from deposition in the upper lock approach to the Hildebrand Lock. This report documents the study of flow patterns, the measurement of current magnitudes and directions, the observation of depositional tendencies, and the effects of currents on the model tow.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jul 01, 1999
- Accession Number
- ADA367189
Entities
People
- Howard Park
- Michael Trawle