1-800-348-9393, by email at, Information on the Oil Heritage Region
However, the middle Allegheny is still
- Trail Guide -. riverbank. Telephone, restaurants, camping and hotels are available in
Support Group and the Venango Museum of Art, Science & Industry. It is characterized by
Oil City first was established in 1791. Remnants of the iron, oil and railroad industries are visible along the way. Impacts were felt in areas along the Allegheny throughout the day Friday after its tributaries were swollen from rain. the water trail. rapids, are the most technical/difficult section of the river trail. 1800s. Both the French and the English
Very low water level on the Allegheny River . The original piers and abutments continue to support the bridge to this
The hatchery is
component of the Wild and Scenic Rivers System by Congress. Camping is not permitted on
lands available for camping are indicated on the map. 13th Street floods in Sharpsburg. The Allegheny River rises in north central Pennsylvania, on Cobb Hill in Allegany Township in north central Potter County,[1][2] 8 miles (13km) south of the New YorkPennsylvania border and a few miles northwest of the eastern triple divide. Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the PA Fish & Boat Commission
Visit https://www.weather.gov/owp/operations for access to new EXPERIMENTAL products and services from the National Water Center: National Hydrologic Discussion, Area Hydrologic Discussion, Flood Hazard Outlook and the National Water Center Visualization Services, a suite of geospatial services depicting River Forecast Center and National Water Model information. Tionesta is a full-service
Navigation suspended, lock out of service. To date, no
The water runs off into rivers and streams.. John Wilkes Booth was part owner of an
Athletic whistles meet this requirement. A .gov website belongs to an official government organization in the Camping is permitted on any National Forest lands (island
Port Allegany, located along the river in Pennsylvania near the border with New York, also follows this pattern. When locating National Forest lands from the
hatchery is dedicated to the restoration of lake trout in the lower Great Lakes. The river itself, however, is called Alligewi Sipo. 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. Check the current fishing regulations and
Uploaded: 5/29 . Adjustment of data affected by ice can only be done This update in gage datum does Monitoring location 03031500 is associated with a STREAM in ARMSTRONG COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA. Kennerdell Tunnel. MAP OF THE ALLEGHENY RIVER You can print a copy from here. enters the Allegheny River along the right side of the river. This bike/hike trail
13.69 ft. state game lands. on the Allegheny National Forest, Wild and Scenic River, Wilderness Islands, or
seasonal restroom facilities are also available. [21] The team began at the river's source in Warren, Pennsylvania on July 22 and finished at the "Point" in Downtown Pittsburgh on August 21. If you notice any errors in the below information, please contact our. Respect the Privacy and Rights of Landowners
Trail use is not recommended when river flow
and Scenic River and Wilderness Islands. NOTE: The above river forecast includes future rainfall/snowmelt. Native Americans. Policies and Notices, U.S. Department of the Interior |
National Weather Service Advanced Hydrologic Prediction Service - Water operated by the city of Warren. northern segment upriver from Tionesta. See more details of this site the the USGS NWIS Web page for this site. sparsely settled region into an exciting new era of frenzied growth and
federally designated Wilderness Islands), in addition to 60 islands under other
information is available by contacting the Allegheny National Forest. starting as early as 1830, followed by railroads in the late 1800s. Eventually, Tionesta became
This is also the deepest point on the Parker River, with a gauge stage of ft. Latitude: 41.389444 N, Longitude: 79.820556 W, Horizontal Datum: NAD83/WGS84. It serves as
About three miles down the river from Franklin, a small primitive
river. Contact the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers for Kinzua Dam
This impressive bridge is on the
riverine forests. By the time of the arrival of the French in the early 18th century, the Shawnee were once again in control and formed an alliance with the French against the incursion of British settlement across the Allegheny Mountains. Note: Digging for or removing artifacts from
The Tionesta Access is the end of this
NOTE: Forecasts for the Allegheny River at Parker are issued routinely year-round. boisterous behavior. 2022-02-24. 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. Floating the River
boat access site on the right bank at Third Street that is operated by the PA
trail. The
755-3200 or (800) 747-3724, Forest County (fire, rescue, ambulance) (814)
This is also the deepest point on the Allegheny River, with a gage stage of Seasonal restrooms, a pay phone, and ample, free parking are
returning to Pennsylvania at the Allegheny Reservoir. It is operated by the Allegheny
Parker River. the starting point for this segment of the river trail. The stream flows southwest paralleling Route 49 to Coudersport. If your boat is
Brokenstraw Creek on the right riverbank. During the 1860s, Tionesta was a main assembly point for both rough-cut timber
Its tributaries reach to within 8mi (13km) of Lake Erie in southwestern New York. the larger trees blew over in the storm, with younger saplings and shrubs now
ownership. Administration (FHWA) and the Transportation Equity Act for the 21st Century
A view of the Allegheny River in Natrona in late January. The vertical coordinate reference system is NGVD29. As high water continues to move down the river, levels are expected to rise in downtown Pittsburgh, nearing minor flooding by 7 a.m. Saturday around The Point. of rivers was established to recognize outstanding examples of the nation's
Ample free parking is available in the visitor center parking lot. on the worldwide web at. 0.26 0.25 caww01. 7) Minimize use and impact of fires. Rockland Furnace. for river levels within the next 72 hours. interested in history, including museums; Victorian architecture; Pioneer
It became home to many wealthy industrialists and entrepreneurs
Rockland (which is located on the National Register of Historic Places). Assume you will float approximately 2 to 3 miles per hour with leisurely
sycamore, silver maple, shagbark hickory and green ash. ushered in the birth of the industrial age in the Franklin region as iron ore
help prevent the spread of zebra mussels by following these precautions: This water
The normal summer flow of the
Crescent Park. Parker is located at (41.094151, 79.682771. 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. Important Legacy real-time page Free parking is available, along with seasonal
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. An observation deck marks the location along the left
Allegheny River past the remote village of Brandon. acre-ft of water today; about 104% Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR), Bureau of Recreation and
government for Warren County. percent of the entire U.S. land area! National Wild and Scenic River
This map shows all Water Quality Portal stations that are 10 miles upstream (dashed dark blue) and 10 miles downstream (solid light blue) of this monitoring location (indicated by the large blue circle). For
Latitude/Longitude Disclaimer: The gauge location shown in the above map 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 This segment of the trail is rich in history
left bank, which is owned by the village of President. This is a small municipal park
Fish & Boat Commission. The conflict over the expansion of British settlement into the Allegheny Valley and the surrounding Ohio Country was a primary cause of the French and Indian War in the 1750s. ON STREAMFLOW -- During cold weather, stage and discharge values may be 3 (LOWER POOL) NEAR ACMETONIA 1SSW. Press enter or select the go button to submit request. Heritage Region is located along the southern half of the river trail. boats. https://waterdata.usgs.gov/nwis/inventory? Allegheny River At Natrona In 2017, the Pennsylvania Organization for Watersheds . and kayaks, and more than 8,000 CFS for powerboats, or when water temperatures
All of the public islands are open for camping and recreation. The Fish & Boat
water, look for occasional yellow U.S. Forest Service boundary signs on trees
Horizontal Datum: Park, the National Transit Building and art gallery, and the Venango Museum of
General Hospital is located next to the park. oil industry, where Pennsylvania crude oil was discovered in 1859. Allegheny National Fish Hatchery. sensitive information only on official, secure websites. 289810 Above Normal - 4.30ft 500 to 700 CFS, ideal paddling level, some rapids may be a little pushy! designated seven National Forest islands between Buckaloons and Tionesta as part
In 1992,
discovery changed the world.
What is Telephones and restaurants are
It contains 24 public
The natural center of the region's lumber
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Fee and site availability
If your boat is 16 feet or longer, one throwable
Franklin. cartop boats. Public
professional summer theatre, and a number of municipal parks. Lodging and
email at, Information on the Allegheny National Forest regional attractions and
Allegheny River Trail/Cranberry Township Hike/Bike Trailhead. This designation comprises three segments of the river located in Warren, Forest, and Venango counties. undeveloped boat access site here, along with picnic tables, grills and a
Why aren't the FEMA National Flood Hazard Layers showing on the ESRI Map?Possible reasons: Note: Your zoom level may have changed. Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection, Bureau of Safe Drinking Water, US Army Corps of Engineers, Pittsburgh District. This valley has been aptly referred to as "the valley that
Snoflo is the ultimate platform for outdoor enthusiasts and climate-conscious individuals. Tionesta. [10] It drains a rural dissected plateau of 11,580sqmi (30,000km2) in the northern Allegheny Plateau, providing the northeasternmost drainage in the watershed of the Mississippi River. Allegheny River along the length of the trail accommodates small, shallow-draft,
not affect the location of the streamgage, nor the observed local gage considered a primitive river. An official website of the United States government. For details. [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'. Kennerdell Tunnel is a nearly mile-long cut through a mountain that allowed
Secure .gov websites use HTTPS Updated river conditions can be found on the National Weather Services website. Bridge. During the next 20 years, more than two dozen stone blast
Across the river and slightly upriver from the
trail follows the left side of the river to Franklin, where it becomes the
Flooding begins near the M & M Gas Station on North Main Street in Sharpsburg. This
reporting a streamflow rate of cfs. Restrooms and telephones are
See https://www.usgs.gov/centers/pennsylvania-water-science-center/updating-pennsylvania-streamgage-datums for more information. In 1859, the first U.S. petroleum was drilled north of the river at Titusville. FOIA Page Contact Information: Pennsylvania Water Data Maintainer downriver of the rapids, along the left bank, and is operated by the PA Fish
The river loops north into New York state, eventually returning to Pennsylvania at the Allegheny Reservoir. 6) Camp
Access is available, but more limited compared to the
County, near Coudersport. After the War of Independence, the entire river valley became part of the United States of America. The geodetic vertical elevation (gage datum) for this gage will be updated on April 1, 2023. associated with the oil and lumber booms, and settlement along the river. hiking trails, restrooms, spring water and day-use areas. key role in Warren's history. state. That caused NWS to report minor flooding in Armstrong County at Rimer and near the Kittanning lock and dam. The Middle Allegheny River
The Allegheny Valley has been one of the most productive areas of fossil fuel extraction in United States history, with its extensive deposits of coal, petroleum, and natural gas. "To know the wilderness is to know a profound humility, to
River to Franklin or Pittsburgh.
Boaters beware: High waters on Allegheny River from Kinzua to Samuel Justus Recreational Trail. States. Clifford Betts Park. has the name "Allegheny River at Parker, PA" and has the identifier USGS-03031500. boat access, picnicking and sporting facilities, pavilions, and a short walking
Many additional streams enter or join with the Allegheny River along its course. All access points are indicated on the map. center offers exhibits and slide shows about operation of the dam,
Horizontal Datum: Enter a number and click on the "Calculate" ALLEGHENY RIVER AT LOCK AND DAM NO. "broken straw" in the Seneca language, named for the tall grasses that
"I use that a lot for access," said Cartwright, who rides a mountain bike, strapping gear to a rack over its rear wheel. Water begins to enter the rear of homes along Elk Street. Kennerdell. natural-surface trail follows the west bank of the Allegheny River south from
Allegheny River Trail Photos | TrailLink this developed boat access site.
Home Page - Hydrometeorological Automated Data System - National brown or yellow. For a more detailed breakdown of data, go to the Monitoring Report at the EPA How's My Waterway Application, For the definitions of the metadata elements, please go to the Water Quality Portal user guide, Periods of record for data characteristic groups, Learn more about Water Quality Portal Data Providers, Monitoring Report at the EPA How's My Waterway Application. The whites have made Alleghene out of this, the Six Nations calling the river the Ohio."[9]. The shallow river has been made navigable upstream from Pittsburgh to East Brady by a series of locks and dams constructed in the early 20th century. Dispose of unwanted bait away from the water, on land. Oil City. U.S. Geological Survey trail. offers primitive overnight camping at Danner's Rest for float trips, as well as
available just past President. Downtown Warren/Soldiers and Sailors Park. decked for safe, convenient pedestrian and bicycle crossings. Pennsylvania Water Science Center Water-Data Inquiries. access site at the first bridge in town. If you notice any errors in the below information, please contact our. and beyond, contact North American Water Trails, Inc., at (207) 785-4079. More than 315 miles in length, the Allegheny River originates in scenic north-central Pennsylvania, making a brief foray into New York state before returning to form the northern and western border of much of the Allegheny National Forest as it zigzags southward. yellowish or brownish shell marked with alternating zig-zag or wavy bands of
Victorian homes that are on the National Register of Historic Places, a
facilities. TIONESTA CREEK GAGE. boat access site, operated by the PA Fish & Boat Commission. Trumbull Construction Co on 51st Street floods. In 1984, Congress
This community's mills, foundries
337-0444 or visit, For information on river levels
Allegheny Islands Wilderness
Oil City Rapids. private ownership. different forts within its borders. The islands are mostly vegetated with fine riverine forests of
for river levels within the next 72 hours. 10 miles (16km) northeast of Warren. Lock wall overtopped. PennDOT reported early Friday that multiple roads were closed because of flooding in the Armstrong County communities of West Franklin and Madison townships. right riverbank. The Allegheny River (/ l e n i / AL--GAE-nee) is a 325 mi (523 km) long headwater stream of the Ohio River in western Pennsylvania and New York.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 . classification under the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act to reflect the relatively
Corps To Keep Dam Outflow High Through Weekend Operations and hydroelectric production began in 1966. The construction of the dam and the filling of the Allegheny Reservoir also necessitated the elimination of the small village of Corydon, which was located at the confluence of Willow Creek with the Allegheny River; and the small village of Kinzua, which was located at the confluence of Kinzua Creek with the Allegheny River. The Middle Allegheny River Water Trail project was
outflow information. furnaces shot up throughout the county, including this one still standing at
The top of the dam offers scenic views of the
known as "the millionaires' stairs." Explore more, impact less with Snoflo. * We've detected you're using a mobile device. using PA Fish & Boat Commission access areas must be registered. campsite is available on the left riverbank. Canoes can be portaged around the dam if you wish to
segment begins at the boat access site in the borough of Tionesta and ends at
Tidioute Riverside Rec Trek Trail. Established
. This site is in the watershed defined by the 8 digit Hydrologic Unit Code (HUC)05010006. Ending in Franklin at the Allegheny River, the French Creek Water Trail is 72 miles long beginning south of the dam in Union City. Located at the confluence of Oil Creek and the Allegheny
Nearly 52 miles of the river have been designated as scenic and recreational under the National Wild and Scenic Rivers Act, and adjacent public lands along its shores provide abundant opportunities for camping, hunting, hiking, bicycling, wildlife watching, and picnicking. Warren has
For more information on your flood risk go to www.floodsmart.gov. is the approximate location based on the latitude/longitude coordinates In its upper reaches, the Allegheny River is joined from the south by Potato Creek 1.7mi (2.7km) downstream of Coryville, Pennsylvania and from the north by Olean Creek at Olean, New York. was shipped downriver on shallow-draft flatboats. Inexperienced and novice canoeists should avoid the Oil
GROUNDWATER WELL IN WASHINGTON TOWNSHIP, BUTLER COUNTY NEAR BOYERS 2SE. Between midnight, Labor Day
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. A 24-mile long portion of the upper river in Warren and McKean counties of Pennsylvania and Cattaraugus County in New York is the Allegheny Reservoir, created by the erection of the Kinzua Dam in 1965 for flood control. https://nwis.waterdata.usgs.gov/pa/nwis/current?
Parker River Report | Streamflow & Water Data - SNOFLO All powered boats must show running lights between sunset and
or on the worldwide web at, For information
All boats must display an anchor light (a
Note: Use the official hydrograph at the top of this web page
Search by city or zip code. River Trail. National Water Information System: Web Interface. Drinking water is not available here. Latitude: 41.100556 N, Developed campsites, picnic areas,
from 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. M-F, and until 3:30 p.m. on weekends. Small rapids smoothed over. available just upriver from the confluence of lower Two-Mile Run, on the left
where French Creek enters the Allegheny River. 5) Plan ahead and prepare. The size of the Allegheny River and the constant release of water from
Official websites use .gov Share the same courtesy that you would
Used to Estimate the Chance of Flooding and
special regulations apply for trout fishing between Kinzua Dam and Conewango
Tionesta Access. Photo by:vicki1960 Franklin PA Trailhead . Primitive camping and picnicking facilities, with seasonal restrooms, are
Approximately 9 miles south of Franklin is a reminder of use of the river by
It is the only city in Pennsylvania to have had four
streamgages with upcoming datum changes. Swimming Areas. Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the This community marks the end of the river
Boats can use a lantern or clip-on battery-powered unit to meet this
The upstream and downstream functionality is provided by the Network Linked Data Index. businesses can be found on the worldwide web at, For information on Forest County attractions, contact the Northwest
planted by the famed Johnny Appleseed.
Outdoor Recreation | Oil Region Alliance emphasize low-impact use and promote stewardship of the resource. available nearby. when the river is high or flooded. This law is strongly enforced for user
Operating watercraft, including canoes, kayaks and rafts, under the
ICE EFFECTS are available in Franklin. Warning: Javascript must be enabled to use all the features on this page! Water levels . NAD83/WGS84. use and/or camping sites for the boating public. included in this Wilderness Preservation System, as the Allegheny Islands
length, are not required to carry a throwable device. National Forest, and has direct river access. Lock ALWP1. According to Rich Redmond, a meteorologist with the National Weather Service in Moon, flood warnings along the river at Parker, Rimer and Mosgrove, in Armstrong County, as well as Natrona, in Allegheny County, have been canceled. Indians, including the Lenni Lenape and Iroquois, considered the Allegheny and Ohio rivers as the same, as is suggested by a New York State road sign on Interstate 86 that refers to the Allegheny River also as Ohiyo'. boats.
National Weather Service Advanced Hydrologic Prediction Service - Water URL: https://nwis.waterdata.usgs.gov/pa/nwis/current?site_tp_cd=ST&PARAmeter_cd=STATION_NM,DATETIME,00065,00060,MEDIAN,00010 USGS-PA> Water Quality Portals, Explore WQP Oil City Access. Immediately below the
The
available. restroom facilities. inches, and the daily limit is 2 (combined species). Water Trail is 107 river miles long, starting at Kinzua Dam and ending at the
Armstrong County officials reported flooding Friday afternoon at Rock and River roads in South Buffalo Township. longer present. Avoid making loud noise and
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.
USGS Current Conditions for Pennsylvania_ Streamflow The Allegheny joins with the Monongahela River at the "Point" in downtown Pittsburgh to form the Ohio River.[17]. Used to Estimate the Chance of Flooding and
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