Damsite and Spillway Recreation Area

Damsite and Spillway Recreation Area Playground
Damsite and Spillway Recreation Area
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Freedom Pavilion
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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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Reviews (24)

What Guests Are Saying

Damsite and Spillway Recreation Area offers a clean and beautiful venue ideal for family gatherings, featuring well-maintained bathrooms and ample amenities like a playground, beach volleyball court, and basketball court. The spacious Constitution Pavilion, equipped with large picnic tables, is perfect for hosting events, especially with kids. While some suggested improvements for electrical outlets were noted, overall, the location is highly recommended for stress-free outdoor events and reunions.

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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.

RICHARD F

August 2, 2020

1

I put poor because was unable to participate due to COVID 19 with family member number restriction by Governor, I cancelled online with $0 refund. But in previous years everything was excellent.

RICHARD F

August 2, 2020

1

I put poor because was unable to participate due to COVID 19 with family member number restriction by Governor, I cancelled online with $0 refund. But in previous years everything was excellent.

Carolyn N

January 17, 2020

5

Pavillion & restrooms were clean. The family enjoyed the day and are looking forward to coming again

Carolyn N

January 17, 2020

5

Pavillion & restrooms were clean. The family enjoyed the day and are looking forward to coming again

Wayne W

January 12, 2020

4

It was very nice for our family reunion. The rest rooms were so much better than last year. Clean and well stocked. Thank you! I plan on coming back again this year.

Wayne W

January 12, 2020

4

Nice relaxing time there!

Location & Directions for Damsite and Spillway Recreation Area

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

Elevation: 289 ft

Getting There

Address: 114 Park Main Rd., Ford City, PA 16226 <br /><br />
From Pittsburgh: Head northeast on Grant St toward Sixth Avenue. Turn right onto Seventh Ave. Use the left lane to keep right at the fork, follow signs for PA-380 E/Bigelow Boulevard/...

Nearest town

Ford City, PA - 6.2 mi

About 11 min to downtown

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: October 7, 2026

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Nearby city: Pittsburgh, PA

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Elevation: 784 ft

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