Austin, Pennsylvania - Austin Dam Burst Site

The Austin Dam site is located near Austin, PA. On September 30, 1911, the Bayless Dam burst and flooded the town, killing 78. With the Johnstown Flood grabbing most of the headlines, the Austin flood was almost forgotten. The remains of the dam still remain in the position they were moved by the massive amounts of water almost 100 years ago. The skeleton of the Bayless Pulp and Paper Mill are still visible downstream from the dam site. There are picnic areas and a campground at the site. [Mike W, 09/13/2009]