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Damsite and Spillway Recreation Area

Damsite and Spillway Recreation Area Playground
Damsite and Spillway Recreation Area
New Playground Located at Spillway Recreation
Freedom Pavilion
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Restrooms

About Damsite and Spillway Recreation Area

Authorized by the Flood Control Acts of 1936 and 1938, Crooked Creek Lake is one of 16 flood control projects in the Pittsburgh District. An important link in a system of flood control projects, Crooked Creek provides flood protection for the lower Allegheny and Ohio rivers. The construction cost of over $4 million appears small when compared to the giant saving which have resulted. Since its completion in 1940, the project has prevented flood damages estimated to be in excess of $548 million. Crooked creek also stores water and releases it downstream during dry periods to improve water quality and quantity for domestic and industrial use, navigation, recreation, aesthetics and aquatic life.

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Currently open - May 18 to Sep 30

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Reviews (20)

What Guests Are Saying

The Damsite and Spillway Recreation Area is a favored location for family reunions, consistently meeting expectations with its convenient restrooms and overall suitability. However, there were issues with power not functioning at the site, which was not communicated beforehand. Despite this setback, the venue remains a great choice for gatherings.

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RICHARD F

December 23, 2025

5

We have been renting this space for year for family reunions and it has always meet
our expectations. Restrooms are close and everything else is perfect. Great place for a reunion.

RICHARD F

December 23, 2025

5

We have been renting this space for year for family reunions and it has always meet
our expectations. Restrooms are close and everything else is perfect. Great place for a reunion.

James B

August 10, 2024

3

Power was not working at the site. Was not notified of such. Some one had ran a cord across the lawn for use. Lucky we didn't have a large amount of items to plug in this year as previous years.

James B

August 10, 2024

3

Power was not working at the site. Was not notified of such. Some one had ran a cord across the lawn for use. Lucky we didn't have a large amount of items to plug in this year as previous years.

RICHARD F

August 6, 2023

5

Restrooms were clean and facility was clean and accommodating. Rent this one every year.

RICHARD F

August 6, 2023

5

Restrooms were clean and facility was clean and accommodating. Rent this one every year.

Kelly R

June 18, 2022

5

Easy to book! Christopher was amazing to work with and the Freedom pavilion was perfect. Spacious pavilion for a graduation party!!! Will definitely book again for my younger son when he graduates in a few years. Highly recommend!

Kelly R

June 18, 2022

5

Easy to book! Christopher was amazing to work with and the Freedom pavilion was perfect. Spacious pavilion for a graduation party!!! Will definitely book again for my younger son when he graduates in a few years. Highly recommend!

John F

September 6, 2020

5

Great site, We had a fun time, Pavilion was clean and close to the playground.

John F

September 6, 2020

5

Great site, We had a fun time, Pavilion was clean and close to the playground.

Location Damsite and Spillway Recreation Area

Address:
114 Park Main Rd
Ford City, PA, 16226
United States

Latitude & Longitude: 40.7157 / -79.5055

Elevation: 289 feet

Policies & Rules

Cancellation policy

  • Reservation fees are non-refundable. For campsites, cabins, lookouts, yurts, group sites, and similar stays, we charge a reservation service fee of $8.
  • Standard cancellations usually have a $10 cancellation fee. Customers can generally cancel before the check-in date online.
  • Late cancellation rules differ by stay type.
    • Individual campsites: cancelling after 12:00am local time the day before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
    • Cabins, lookouts, and yurts: cancelling less than 14 days before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
    • One-night reservations: a late cancellation usually forfeits the full amount paid, up to the total original reservation cost.
  • Modifications are allowed before the cut-off window, but fees depend on the change. Changing to dates completely outside the original reservation dates may trigger a $10 change fee. Extending or shortening a stay that still includes original dates usually has no change fee, though refunds may depend on timing and facility rules. Switching to the same type of campsite for the same dates usually has no change fee, but price differences are charged or refunded.
  • Early departures may or may not be refunded. At certain facilities, partial refunds may be possible if staff can mark the site available for other visitors. No refund is given for a night if the early departure is requested after that day's check-out time.
  • Security deposits are separate. Security deposits may be refunded to the original payment method if the facility is left in acceptable condition, as determined by the property.

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Last updated: June 5, 2026

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