Casey, Fetterman, Reschenthaler, Deluzio, Lee Urge Army Corps to Restore River Depth, Keep Monongahela River Navigable, Help Local Economy
August 06, 2024
August 06, 2024
WASHINGTON, Aug. 6 -- Sen. Robert Casey Jr., D-Pennsylvania, issued the following news release:
Lock and dam removal is part of broader effort to modernize Monongahela River, key for region's economy and community recreation
Miscalculations about river depth during project have limited commercial barge traffic, costing millions per week
The river must be at least nine feet deep for commercial barges to navigate it safely
Members of Congre . . .
Lock and dam removal is part of broader effort to modernize Monongahela River, key for region's economy and community recreation
Miscalculations about river depth during project have limited commercial barge traffic, costing millions per week
The river must be at least nine feet deep for commercial barges to navigate it safely
Members of Congre . . .