Hancock Bend Boat Launch and Recreation Area

Address 114 Park Main Rd, Ford City, PA, 16226
StatePA
Reservable Yes — reservable on recreation.gov
Phone724-763-3161

Amenities

🐾 Pets Allowed
📌 GRILLS: Y
🕒 Checkout Time: 2:00 PM, 9:00 PM
👥 Max Num of People: 100
🚗 Driveway Surface: Paved
🧺 Picnic Table: Y
📌 BBQ: Y
🕒 Checkin Time: 3:00 PM, 8:00 AM
📅 Reservable Sites: 2 of 2
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Overview

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

Data updated: 2026-08-23 10:06 (UTC) · Source: RIDB (recreation.gov)