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27-640: New Eagle, originally called Riverview, adjoins the City of Monongahela and was laid out in 1901 by J. S. Markell in Carroll Township and incorporated as the Borough of New Eagle on September 9, 1912. New Eagle is the birthplace of Pro Football Hall of Fame quarterback Joe Montana . New Eagle is located at 40°12′27″N 79°57′11″W  /  40.20750°N 79.95306°W  / 40.20750; -79.95306 (40.207526, -79.953045). According to

54-448: A Wheeling and Lake Erie Railway line and passes through open agricultural areas prior to entering a mix of farmland and woodland with some homes. PA 481 turns northeast and enters Carroll Township , running through more rural areas. The road passes under the PA 43 toll freeway and heads into more forested surroundings, crossing Norfolk Southern 's Ellsworth Secondary railroad line and making

81-598: A community archive and has local historical artifacts on display. Whiskey Point, a bluff overlooking the Monongahela River located within the city, was an important meeting place during the Whiskey Rebellion . The Pennsylvania State Historical Marker located here reads: "The bluff at Main St. and Park Ave. was the site on Aug. 14, 1794, of a meeting of 226 whiskey rebels. Albert Gallatin 's eloquence turned

108-500: A ferry on the west bank of the Monongahela River, is recognized as the founder of the city. Parkison built the town's first post office, and in 1782 the town was officially recognized as Parkison's Ferry. Adam Wickerham took claim to 130 acres (0.53 km ) on the Parkison Ferry tract on July 1, 1788. On this tract he laid out Georgetown in 1807. Georgetown was made part of Williamsport by Wickerham on February 23, 1816. In 1833,

135-450: A household in the borough was $ 30,494, and the median income for a family was $ 35,500. Males had a median income of $ 33,100 versus $ 22,786 for females. The per capita income for the borough was $ 15,636. About 7.8% of families and 9.5% of the population were below the poverty line , including 15.6% of those under age 18 and 3.1% of those age 65 or over. Monongahela, Pennsylvania Monongahela , referred to locally as Mon City ,

162-480: A mix of farmland and forests with occasional homes. PA 481 continues north into West Pike Run Township and becomes Scenic Drive, continuing through more rural areas. Farther north, the route comes into Fallowfield Township and passes through Lover , heading northwest before making a turn to the northeast and interchanging with I-70 . Past this interchange, the road passes through residential areas along with some fields, becoming an unnamed road. The route passes under

189-550: Is a third class city in Washington County, Pennsylvania , United States. The population was 4,149 at the 2020 census. It is part of the Pittsburgh metropolitan area , about 17 miles (27 km) south of Pittsburgh proper. The city of Monongahela sits at a location where several locally important Pennsylvania state routes meet: a concurrency between Pennsylvania routes 88 , 136 , and 837 makes up most of

216-551: Is at US 40 in Centerville . The northern terminus is at PA 88 / PA 136 / PA 837 in Monongahela . PA 481 begins at an intersection with US 40 in the borough of Centerville , heading northwest on two-lane undivided Old National Pike. The route passes woods to the north and homes to the south, turning north onto Centerville Lane and passing more residences. The road makes a turn east into woods before curving north into

243-406: Is the only professional baseball player to strike out 27 batters in one game. A 90-minute documentary about Park Avenue's notable residents, titled "One Extraordinary Street" was produced by Laura M. Magone and released in 2008. Magone, a graduate of Duquesne University and a Monongahela native, spent several years interviewing persons who lived on Park Avenue in an attempt to determine if there

270-537: Is water. The city receives 37.65 inches (956 mm) of rainfall annually and has a mean annual temperature of 63 °F (17 °C). Monongahela has two land borders, with Carroll Township to the east and south, and New Eagle to the west. Across the Monongahela River, the Allegheny County municipality of Forward Township runs adjacent to the city. As of the census of 2000, there were 4,761 people, 2,139 households, and 1,264 families residing in

297-678: The Monongahela River . It is the oldest settlement in the Monongahela River Valley and most likely the oldest in Washington County. The word Monongahela is Native American in origin, meaning "falling banks". The Monongahela tribe was also indigenous to the area prior to the settlement of the city. The original tract of land was actually owned by three different men, who named their land areas Eden, Paradise, and Gloucester. Joseph Parkison, who operated

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324-565: The National Register of Historic Places . Monongahela is located at 40°12′2″N 79°55′42″W  /  40.20056°N 79.92833°W  / 40.20056; -79.92833 (40.200462, -79.928394). According to the United States Census Bureau , the city has a total area of 2.1 square miles (5.4 km ), of which 1.9 square miles (4.9 km ) is land and 0.2 square miles (0.52 km ) (9.86%)

351-473: The United States Census Bureau , the borough has a total area of 1.1 square miles (2.8 km), of which 1.0 square mile (2.6 km) is land and 0.1 square miles (0.26 km) (8.04%) is water. New Eagle has three land borders, including Monongahela to the east, Carroll Township to the south and west, and Union Township to the northwest. Across the Monongahela River in Allegheny County to

378-683: The Longwell House and the Bethel A.M.E Church, were used by freed slaves as stops on the Underground Railroad . There are twenty churches representing fifteen denominations located in Monongahela, including The Church of Jesus Christ (Bickertonite) , which has its worldwide headquarters in Monongahela. Park Avenue in Monongahela was home to numerous notable residents. NFL Hall of Fame quarterback Joe Montana grew up on

405-403: The average family size was 2.87. In the city, the population was spread out, with 20.1% under the age of 18, 6.9% from 18 to 24, 27.4% from 25 to 44, 22.6% from 45 to 64, and 23.0% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 42 years. For every 100 females, there were 85.3 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 80.6 males. The median income for a household in the city

432-534: The center of the city, hosts community events throughout the year. The Mounds Park, built on the site of an ancient Indian Burial Ground, is a local playground and sports complex. On the banks of the Monongahela River is the Aquatorium, a waterfront venue that hosts the annual Fourth of July celebration and an annual summer concert series. The Monongahela Area Historical Society Museum located on Main Street serves as

459-541: The first borough officers were elected for Williamsport. On April 1, 1837, Williamsport was given the name Monongahela City and in 1893 shortened to Monongahela. The city contains a number of streets which are named in honor of prominent Civil War figures including: Lincoln , Grant , Sherman , Stanton , Meade , Hancock , Thomas , Howard , Geary , and Sheridan . The Edward G. Acheson House , Bethel African Methodist Episcopal Church of Monongahela City , David Longwell House , and Monongahela Cemetery are listed on

486-552: The length of the city's Main Street, and the city's Park Avenue carries Pennsylvania route 481 to its northern terminus at Main Street. Monongahela is one of just two cities in Washington County, and is the second smallest city in Pennsylvania (after Parker ). The town is served by the Ringgold School District . Monongahela was founded in 1769 on a tract of land near the confluence of Pigeon Creek and

513-403: The north, New Eagle runs adjacent with Forward Township in Allegheny County . As of the census of 2000, there were 2,262 people, 962 households, and 650 families residing in the borough. The population density was 2,189.4 people per square mile (845.3 people/km). There were 1,068 housing units at an average density of 1,033.7 per square mile (399.1/km). The racial makeup of the borough

540-407: The population. There were 2,139 households, out of which 23.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 42.0% were married couples living together, 12.8% had a female householder with no husband present, and 40.9% were non-families. 36.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 19.6% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.20 and

567-691: The road. Other notable residents have included Carl E. Vuono , four-star general and Chief of Staff of the U.S. Army ; Jim Jimirro, founder of the Disney Channel ; Fred Cox , all-time leading scorer for the Minnesota Vikings and inventor of the Nerf ball; Dr. Ronald V. Pellegrini, a world-renowned cardiothoracic surgeon based in Pittsburgh; National Book Award winner, Dierdre Bair; and former Pittsburgh Pirate pitcher, Ron Necciai, who

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594-483: The tide, resulting in peaceful ending of the Whiskey Rebellion and the possibility of civil strife." Today, “Monongahela Rye” (also called Pennsylvania Rye) is a style of rye whiskey characterized by its mash bill containing 95% or more rye, thereby making for a spicier whiskey, barrel-aging notwithstanding. While regionally recognized, this term has no legal binding. Many buildings in Monongahela, such as

621-420: The town. The population density was 2,472.4 inhabitants per square mile (954.6/km ). There were 2,382 housing units at an average density of 1,237.0 units per square mile (477.6 units/km ). The racial makeup of the city was 94.94% White , 3.26% African American , 0.08% Native American , 0.19% Asian , 0.42% from other races , and 1.11% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.71% of

648-421: Was $ 29,060, and the median income for a family was $ 36,528. Males had a median income of $ 31,250 versus $ 23,911 for females. The per capita income for the city was $ 16,903. About 11.1% of families and 13.6% of the population were below the poverty line , including 25.9% of those under age 18 and 7.2% of those age 65 or over. Monongahela is home to several parks, playgrounds and a museum. Chess Park, located near

675-451: Was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.35 and the average family size was 2.86. In the borough the population was spread out, with 21.6% under the age of 18, 6.4% from 18 to 24, 27.9% from 25 to 44, 24.0% from 45 to 64, and 20.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 41 years. For every 100 females, there were 90.1 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 87.2 males. The median income for

702-556: Was 96.99% White , 1.11% African American , 0.13% Native American , 0.49% Asian , 0.09% Pacific Islander , 0.13% from other races , and 1.06% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.09% of the population. There were 962 households, out of which 26.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 51.6% were married couples living together, 12.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 32.4% were non-families. 27.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 13.7% had someone living alone who

729-493: Was a common thread that may have contributed to their many successes. The film also includes cameo appearances by Stan Musial and retired four-star general Colin Powell . As of February 2020, the current mayor of Monongahela is Greg Garry. Pennsylvania Route 481 Pennsylvania Route 481 ( PA 481 ) is a 12.9-mile-long (20.8 km) state highway located in Washington County , Pennsylvania . The southern terminus

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