This is a list of dams in Washington, D.C. that have been removed as physical impediments to free-flowing rivers or streams.
Completed removals
| Dam[1] | Height | Year removed | Location | Watercourse | Watershed | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Millrace Dam | 18 ft (5.5 m) | Washington | Rock Creek | Potomac River | ||
| Ford Dam #3 | 1991 | Washington | ||||
| Unnamed Ford #2 | 3 ft (0.91 m) | 2003 | Washington | [2] | ||
| Unnamed Ford #1 | 3 ft (0.91 m) | 2004 | Washington |
See also
References
- ↑ Rivers, American (13 February 2023). "American Rivers Dam Removal Database". Figshare. American Rivers. doi:10.6084/m9.figshare.5234068.v10. Retrieved 25 August 2023.
- ↑ "Removing Barriers to Restore Fish Populations" (PDF). The Current. Greater Washington National Parks. 2007. Archived from the original (PDF) on 13 March 2013. Retrieved 6 September 2023.
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