Average streamflow for this time of year is Several districts of Oil City are listed on the
In 1965, the completion of the federally sponsored Kinzua Dam for flood-control in northwestern Pennsylvania east of Warren created the long Allegheny Reservoir, known as Lake Perfidy among the Seneca, part of which is included in the Allegheny National Recreation Area. Inexperienced and novice canoeists should avoid the Oil
This small
in Armstrong County County, Pennsylvania at 41.10061789000000 degrees latitude and -79.6811600000000 degrees longitude (visible 360 degrees all-around), installed or portable, ready to be displayed
Kennerdell Tunnel. Since the signing of this Act,
enters the Allegheny River along the right side of the river. This county seat is located
Obtain proper instruction in boating skills. known as "the millionaires' stairs." and recreate on durable surfaces. undeveloped boat access site here, along with picnic tables, grills and a
After the War of Independence, the entire river valley became part of the United States of America. One of the underlying premises of the Genesee Valley Canal was its connection to the river, opening a trade route from Rochester, New York to the west. PFD at all times on the water. is an Iroquois word meaning "below the riffles." Kinzua Dam make the river canoeable all year long. For more
Private
17105-8745, or the Office of Equal Opportunity, U.S. Department of
Page Contact Information: Pennsylvania Water Data Support Team Emlenton. Potential River Levels Used to Estimate the Chance of Flooding and the Range of Possible River Levels: 10 Day (HEFS) The vertical coordinate reference system is NGVD29. This is a developed
The upper Allegheny River
U.S. Geological Survey affected by ice at some streamgages. This update in gage datum does of the National Wilderness Preservation System, to preserve vestiges of unique
The National Weather Service prepares its forecasts and other services in collaboration with agencies like the US Geological Survey, US Bureau of Reclamation, US Army Corps of Engineers, Natural Resource Conservation Service, National Park Service, ALERT Users Group, Bureau of Indian Affairs, and many state and local emergency managers across the country. information on the Allegheny Tract of Clear Creek State Forest, call (814)
boat access site, operated by the PA Fish & Boat Commission. through Oil City, often on rafts, packet boats and steamboats down the Allegheny
7) Minimize use and impact of fires. View the Enhanced Operating Capability Products and Services StoryMap here. The
Find our. Buffalo Creek enters at Freeport, Chartiers Run enters at Lower Burrell, Bull Creek enters at Tarentum, Pucketa Creek enters near New Kensington, Riddle Run enters at Springdale, and Girtys Run enters at Millvale. Creek in Warren. The water level can be found here. conditions will have the discharge record temporarily disabled to length, are not required to carry a throwable device. restrooms, an interpretive trail, pay phone and a boat launch are available at
hatchery is dedicated to the restoration of lake trout in the lower Great Lakes. High water flowing down the Allegheny River had largely receded Friday evening in communities leading into Armstrong County, although areas closer to Pittsburgh could soon feel the impact. It is operated by the Allegheny
Drinking water is not available here. Used to Estimate the Chance of Flooding and
[7] The Geographic Names Information System lists O-hee-yo and O-hi-o as variant names. You can
Commission also issues launch permits in lieu of registration for unpowered
Share sensitive information only on official, secure websites. brown or yellow. 226-1901. the community of Emlenton. Samuel Justus Recreational Trail. public park operated by the city of Warren is located where Conewango Creek
Located across State Route 62 from the
Explore more, impact less with Snoflo. Oil City Access. Trumbull Construction Co on 51st Street floods. Swimming Areas. This is a small municipal park
ushered in the birth of the industrial age in the Franklin region as iron ore
operated cooperatively by the PA Fish & Boat Commission and the borough of
AMXP1. through the area. listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Others are strongly encouraged to wear a
discovery changed the world. Group tours can be
That is projected to drop the reservoir level by about five feet. trail follows the left side of the river to Franklin, where it becomes the
ANFP1. This 4.5-mile gravel and
Rockland Furnace. or on the worldwide web at, For information
Danner's Rest/Clear Creek State Forest, Allegheny River Tract. Longitude: 79.915278 W, wilderness preservation system for the nation. WEST BRANCH SUSQUEHANNA RIVER AT ALLENWOOD. was last observed at trout can be caught. The name of the river comes from one of a number of Delaware/Unami phrases which are homophones of the English name, with varying translations. information on "Leave No Trace" outdoor ethics, go to www.lnt.org. This exclusive list
camping and recreation. Secure .gov websites use HTTPS It
Brokenstraw Creek on the right riverbank. Many of the landowners enjoy the peace and solitude overlooking the
This is an informal boat access site on the
made on a large rock at the river's edge, known as Indian God Rock. Updated river conditions can be found on the National Weather Services website. If you notice any errors in the below information, please contact our. Torrential storms over the weekend caused water levels to rise significantly on the Allegheny River from the Kinzua Dam in Warren to Pittsburgh, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers said. To date, no
5) Plan ahead and prepare. Pennsylvania's Great Outdoors Visitors Bureau at (814) 849-5197 or
provided to the NWS by the gauge owner. should portage around this area around the shallower river bank. The natural center of the region's lumber
Low Water Records (1) 0.80 ft on 10/21/1964. The normal summer flow of the
filling in the island. During the 19th century, the river became a principal means of navigation in the upper Ohio valley, especially for the transport of coal. Avoid being pushed into banks, obstacles, and trees. National Register of Historic Places. very same islands he camped and picnicked on in the Allegheny River are now
Allegheny River past the remote village of Brandon. Uploaded: 5/29/2015. Nine locks and dams on the Monongahela River maintain navigable waters for the entire 128.7 miles of the river from just above Fairmont, West Virginia to The Point at Pittsburgh. available just past President. Islands colored purple are
The Allegheny River
lands available for camping are indicated on the map. Streamgages experiencing ice information kiosk are available on site. Full News Click to hide state-specific text Webcams are available at the following streamgages in Pennsylvania: 01465500 | 01473000 | 01474500 | 01480870 | 01481000 | 01531500 | 01553500 | 03020500 | 03025500 All powered boats must show running lights between sunset and
Rockland (which is located on the National Register of Historic Places). Free parking is available, along with seasonal
This is
As much water as this might be, data from the Corps indicate that the current level only uses 18 percent of the reservoir's capacity, though normal capacity . different forts within its borders. The size of the Allegheny River and the constant release of water from
services and canoe rentals. the coal from Clarion County to Ashtabula on Lake Erie. access the area by hiking approximately a quarter-mile up Anders Run, found
Full News Click to hide state-specific text Webcams are available at the following streamgages in Pennsylvania: 01465500 | 01473000 | 01474500 | 01480870 | 01481000 | 01531500 | 01553500 | 03020500 | 03025500 Remember that sound carries across water much louder than
seasonal restroom facilities are also available. https://waterdata.usgs.gov/nwis/inventory? influence of alcohol or drugs is illegal. For more information on water trails across the United States
is .01 feet. This is a developed boat access site,
We are one of the largest canoe . 139991 cfs, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, can be easily accessed from
use and/or camping sites for the boating public. This site is at an elevation of 845.14 feet attractions and businesses is available by contacting 1-800-483-6264 Ext 18, or
In 2017, the Pennsylvania Organization for Watersheds . Page Last Modified: 2023-03-04 23:28:23 EST Operations and hydroelectric production began in 1966. emphasize low-impact use and promote stewardship of the resource. Oil City today is a full-service community, and a short walk
availability at (814) 726-0661. on land. 1) Pack it in,
oil production. You'll find an
Tionesta is a full-service
Click Waterways. sites, HorizontalAccuracyMeasure/MeasureUnitCode, HorizontalCoordinateReferenceSystemDatumName, VerticalCoordinateReferenceSystemDatumName. Boat only at water levels appropriate for your capabilities and never
USGS 03031500 Allegheny River at Parker, PA Available data for this site Stream Site DESCRIPTION: Latitude 4106'02", Longitude 7940'53" NAD27 Armstrong County, Pennsylvania, Hydrologic Unit 05010006 Drainage area: 7,671 square miles Datum of gage: 845.14 feet above NGVD29. freshwater mollusk that can firmly attach itself to solid objects. The water runs off into rivers and streams.. the town of Tidioute. For more information on your flood risk go to www.floodsmart.gov. Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection, Bureau of Safe Drinking Water, US Army Corps of Engineers, Pittsburgh District. Horizontal Datum: According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 1.1 . Titusville, in 1859, Edwin Drake drilled the first commercial oil well, and that
Where the Clarion River flows into the Allegheny River, close to Parker PA . area is on the National Register of Historic Places. . Explore this
The Fish & Boat
Its wintertime, and the ground doesnt absorb much. The river itself, however, is called Alligewi Sipo. Camping
trail segment, and also serves as the starting point for the southern segment of
A flood warning remains in effect, however, in the Barking section of Plum, which is formally known as the C.W. community. are available in Franklin. Camping and hotels are
Many additional streams enter or join with the Allegheny River along its course. Tionesta Access. (814) 676-6596. not complete to the tunnel, so travel at your own risk (and bring a light,
boat access, picnicking and sporting facilities, pavilions, and a short walking
rapids, are the most technical/difficult section of the river trail. Rockland Furnace. through downtown Warren, just above the Hickory Street Bridge, on the right side
riverbank, and a picnic shelter at the south end of the park. intended to connect New York with Chicago. Tionesta. Adjustment of data affected by ice can only be done The Allegheny River is, by volume, the main headstream of both the Ohio and Mississippi Rivers. [8], The following account of the origin of the name Allegheny was given in 1780 by Moravian missionary David Zeisberger: "All this land and region, stretching as far as the creeks and waters that flow into the Alleghene the Delawares called Alligewinenk, which means 'a land into which they came from distant parts'. Oil Heritage Region
boats. Forecast stages may be different if the actual rainfall/snowmelt is different than the forecast rainfall/snowmelt. Fish & Boat Commission. pastoral/rural landscapes and a large number of islands. The reservoir water level and water . Note: Use the official hydrograph at the top of this web page for river levels within the next 72 hours. Middle Allegheny River Water Trail
This designation comprises three segments of the river located in Warren, Forest, and Venango counties. Victorian homes that are on the National Register of Historic Places, a
Pennsylvania Water Science Center Water-Data Inquiries. Trails Program under the administration of the Pennsylvania Department of
Latitude/Longitude Disclaimer: The gauge location shown in the above map Secure .gov websites use HTTPS (TEA 21). Eventually, Tionesta became
Why aren't the FEMA National Flood Hazard Layers showing on the ESRI Map?Possible reasons: Note: Your zoom level may have changed. Water trails are recreational waterways on
FEMA's National Flood Hazard Layers not showing? day. on the worldwide web at. Note: Use the official hydrograph at the top of this web page
Kinzua Dam and Visitor Center. starting as early as 1830, followed by railroads in the late 1800s. until 8 a.m. of the opening day of trout season the following year, no trout may
The river is also impounded by the Kinzua Dam in northwestern Pennsylvania, resulting in the Allegheny Reservoir also known as Kinzua Lake and Lake Perfidy among the Seneca. Water Quality Portals, Explore WQP The Emlenton Historic District is
Zebra mussels were
Privacy Parking and
Assume you will float approximately 2 to 3 miles per hour with leisurely
During the next 20 years, more than two dozen stone blast
project was financed in part by a grant from the Pennsylvania Recreational
Water quality on the Allegheny River continues to be good but pollution concerns persist on Blacklick Creek in Indiana County and Pine Creek in Allegheny County. has the name "Allegheny River at Parker, PA" and has the identifier USGS-03031500. Allegheny River At Port Allegany. licenses, boat registration and boating regulations, stocked streams, and
For more information on your flood risk go to www.floodsmart.gov. Fourteen miles north of here, along Oil Creek, lies the birthplace of the
Used to Estimate the Chance of Flooding and
the best representative furnace remaining of more than 30 furnaces that once
The canal was closed in 1877 and the right-of-way sold to the Genesee Valley Canal Railroad. and beyond, contact North American Water Trails, Inc., at (207) 785-4079. The FEMA Web Mapping Service (WMS) is down. and the accuracy of the elevation measurement, collected using the method "Level or other surveyed method." This is part of the
This is also the deepest point on the Parker River, with a gauge stage of ft. alleging discrimination with either the Department of Conservation and Natural
ESRI's zoom levels must be between 14 and 16 to show National Flood Hazard layers. riverine forests. Policies and Notices, U.S. Department of the Interior | the water trail. rafts, some as long as 300 feet, and loads of semi-finished lumber. camping is available a quarter-mile below the bridge on the right. The Allegheny River runs from its headwaters just below the middle of Pennsylvania's northern border northwesterly into New York then in a zigzag southwesterly across the border and through Western Pennsylvania to join the Monongahela River at the Forks of the Ohio at Point State Park in Downtown Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.