Coast Guard Reports Five Allisions On Ohio River, Issues Warning
Five allisions on the Ohio River—including one that left barges against Newburgh Dam—damaged barges but caused no injuries or pollution.
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Five allisions on the Ohio River—including one that left barges against Newburgh Dam—damaged barges but caused no injuries or pollution.
March 5, 2021 By Shelley Byrne Torrential rains in the Ohio Valley and surrounding area led to changes in lock and ferry operations last week. The Markland Locks and Dam in Louisville temporarily ceased locking due to high water March 3. The Louisville Engineer District suspended the lock’s operations after close coordination with the U.S. Coast Guard and industry partners. The Corps expected the lockage suspension to last 24-48 hours until conditions improved. High water caused conditions to deteriorate, causing substantial ou...