Authorized by the Flood Control Act of 1962, Woodcock Creek Lake is one of 16 flood control projects in the Pittsburgh District. The project’s purpose is threefold: to reduce downstream flooding as part of the French Creek flood control system, to improve downstream water quality and to provide a diversified array of general recreation activities. Woodcock Creek Lake has the capability to store the equivalent run-off of 8.2 inches of precipitation from its 45.65 square mile drainage area above the dam. Since its completion in 1973, Woodcock has prevented flood damages estimated to be in excess of $29 million. Woodcock Creek Lake also stores water to be released downstream during periods of low flows in French Creek. These releases of water have the effect of improving water quality and quantity for both domestic and industrial uses. Also, without Woodcock’s stream flow augmentation the widespread recreational use of French Creek would be drastically curtailed. Lake and Dam Statistics
Vicinity Map
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Damsite |
Fishing |
Overlook |
Stainbrook |
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Camper Dumping Station |
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Drinking Water |
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Electric Hookup |
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Information/Visitor Center |
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Launching Ramp |
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Picnic Area |
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Picnic Shelter |
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Playground |
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Accessible Restroom |
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Swimming Area |
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Trails |
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And for the kids, the Freddie the Fish Coloring Book!
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