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  • May

    Raystown Lake reminds visitors to practice water safety ahead of Memorial Day

    The Raystown Lake project, owned and operated by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Baltimore District reminds visitors of the importance of practicing safe, sensible and thoughtful activities in, on and around open water ahead of the 2025 recreation season.

  • Update of Limited Services and Operational Changes Effecting Memorial Day Weekend Recreation at Blue Marsh Lake

    In April, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Philadelphia District, announced access area closures for paving and construction activities that could affect the access during the Memorial Day holiday weekend, and the implementation of operational changes and reductions in services at Blue Marsh Lake due to staffing shortages during the 2025 recreation season.

  • April

    Army Corps announces temporary Snyder's Run Boat Launch Area closure

    The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Baltimore District, will temporarily close Snyder’s Run Boat Launch and the road leading to the top of the Raystown Dam from April 21st, 2025 – April 25th, 2025 to complete road surface repairs and paving work in these recreation areas.

  • Raystown Lake announces road opening for spring gobbler season

    The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Baltimore District announces the opening of Gate 28 - High Germany Road from April 26 - May 31, 2025 for spring gobbler season.

  • March

    U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Baltimore District, announces partial closure of campgrounds, beaches ahead of 2025 recreation season

    The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Baltimore District, which oversees operations of numerous Flood Risk Management and recreation sites throughout the Susquehanna and Potomac River Basins, will close several campgrounds and beaches due to staffing shortages that will prohibit the safe operations of these facilities ahead of the 2025 recreation season.

  • January

    Raystown Lake announces access opportunities for Canada geese hunting

    The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Baltimore District announces the opening of multiple recreation areas for Canada geese hunting only. The following recreation areas will be open from January 31 – February 22, 2025: Bay Drive in Seven Points, Seven Points Beach, Tatman Run Beach, and Weaver Falls Recreation Area. Signs with maps will be posted in designated hunting zones.

  • November

    U.S. Army Corps of Engineers announces Mountain Bike Skills Park & Allegrippis Trail Closures

    The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Baltimore District, has closed Raystown Lake's Mountain Bike Skills Park for the winter season. The Skills Park is scheduled to reopen in April 2025 for the start of the new recreation season. The scheduled closure helps maintain the park's tread for future accessible and safe use and provides time to conduct maintenance repairs, as needed.

  • October

    Army Corps of Engineers announces extended closure to Snyder’s Run Boat Launch

    The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Baltimore District, has announced that the construction project at the Snyder’s Run Boat Launch has extended the closure of the Snyder’s Run Boat Launch until Saturday, October 19th, 2024.

  • September

    U.S. Army Corps of Engineers announce temporary Snyder’s Run Boat Launch Area closure

    The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Baltimore District, will close Snyder’s Run Boat Launch from September 30th, 2024 - October 13th, 2024 to complete repairs to the launch ramp approach area.

  • Raystown Lake announces access opportunities for 2024-2025 hunting season

    The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Baltimore District, announces the opening of several access roads to accommodate various upcoming hunting seasons at Raystown Lake.

  • August

    Army Corps announces temporary Tatman Run Recreation Area closure

    The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Baltimore District, in coordination with Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT), will close Tatman Run Recreation Area to clear way for the finalization of a stream bank repair and bridge project by the entrance to the park on Route 994. The closure is effective Tuesday, Sep. 3, 2024, with restored access to Tatman Run Boat Launch estimated to be in October 2024.
  • A large reservoir of water is pictured in front of a concrete control tower and dam with scenic vista of a creek/river valley in back drop of image.

    Army Corps shares update on Francis E. Walter Dam water release schedule

    The U.S. Army Corps Engineers’ Philadelphia District updated the 2024 Francis E. Walter Dam recreation plan. The Army Corps updated the plan, which states whitewater and fisheries releases will be scheduled if enough water storage is accumulated in the reservoir. Currently, there is enough water storage to schedule the seventh and eighth (8b) increments.

  • July

    Swim Beach Closed at Blue Marsh Lake

    Swimming at the Dry Brooks Day Use Area of Blue Marsh Lake is currently restricted due to high bacteria levels. Water sample results obtained from testing on Thursday, July 18th indicated high levels of e-coli bacteria.  The swim beach will remain closed until bacteria levels return to a safe level for public use. This restriction applies only to the designated swim area.  Picnicking, boating, and other activities across the lake are not currently restricted.

  • Army Corps shares update on Francis E. Walter Dam water release schedule

    The U.S. Army Corps Engineers’ Philadelphia District updated the 2024 Francis E. Walter Dam recreation plan. The Army Corps updated the plan, which states whitewater and fisheries releases will be scheduled if enough water storage is accumulated in the reservoir. Currently, there is enough water storage to schedule the third increment of the plan.

  • Swimming Area Reopened at Blue Marsh Lake

    The swimming area at Blue Marsh Lake’s Dry Brooks Day Use Area has been reopened for public use. Water quality test results now indicate that E. coli bacteria levels have returned to a level that meets state standards for swim beaches. The public is reminded that swimming at Blue Marsh Lake is at one’s own risk, and lifeguards are not on duty. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers wants you to stay safe.  Don’t become a statistic – and always be prepared for the unexpected!
  • A large reservoir of water is pictured in front of a concrete control tower and dam with scenic vista of a creek/river valley in back drop of image.

    Army Corps shares update on Francis E. Walter Dam water release schedule

    The U.S. Army Corps Engineers’ Philadelphia District updated the 2024 Francis E. Walter Dam recreation plan. The Army Corps updated the plan, which states whitewater and fisheries releases will be scheduled if enough water storage is accumulated in the reservoir.

  • Swim Beach Closed at Blue Marsh Lake

    Swimming at the Dry Brooks Day Use Area of Blue Marsh Lake is currently restricted due to high bacteria levels. Water sample results obtained from testing over the weekend indicated high levels of e-coli bacteria.  The swim beach will remain closed until bacteria levels return to a safe level for public use. This restriction applies to designated swim area.  Picnicking, boating, and other activities are not currently restricted. Visitors that choose to enter the water for activities in other areas of the lake are reminded that the water is not tested, and that swimming at Blue Marsh Lake is at one’s own risk. Updates will be provided as conditions change.
  • A large reservoir of water is pictured in front of a concrete control tower and dam with scenic vista of a creek/river valley in back drop of image.

    Army Corps shares traffic advisory for Francis E. Walter Dam roads

    The U.S. Army Corps Engineers’ Philadelphia District shared a traffic advisory regarding roads at the Francis E. Walter Dam in White Haven, PA. With several ongoing road and bridge projects in the area, Army Corps staff have observed increased traffic along the Francis E. Walter Dam park access road. It’s important to note that the park access road is not designed as a through road. Federal law prohibits vehicles with a gross vehicle weight above 32,000 pounds (16 tons) from traveling across the dam. Vehicles with a gross vehicle weight above 32,000 pounds should find an alternate route.

  • June

    Swimming Area Closed at Blue Marsh Lake

    Swimming at the Dry Brooks Day Use Area of Blue Marsh Lake is currently restricted due to high bacteria levels. Water tests will be done daily until the levels return to a safe level for public use. This only affects the water area, picnicking and boating will not be restricted at the lake. We would also like to remind those visitors that choose to enter the water at other areas of the lake, that the water in those areas is not tested and that swimming at Blue Marsh Lake is “swim at your own risk.” Updates will be provided as conditions change.

  • May

    Raystown Lake, PA

    Raystown Lake to commemorate 50th anniversary with public dam tours, rededication ceremony

    The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Baltimore District, proudly commemorates Raystown Dam’s

  • April

    Be a Part of the Solution to Raystown Lake Pollution!

    The Friends of Raystown Lake and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) are calling on volunteers to participate in a shoreline cleanup at Raystown Lake during the annual Lake Cleanup Day, scheduled for Saturday, May 4, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Tatman Run Recreation Area (rain or shine).

  • Beaches, some roads to remain closed when North Hartland Lake, Union Village Dam recreation areas open for the season May 25

    The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, New England District announced today that ongoing work to recover

  • Howell Run Picnic Area at Jennings Randolph Lake remains closed for 2024 recreation season

    The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Baltimore District announces that the Howell Run Picnic Area at Jennings Randolph Lake will remain closed for the 2024 recreation season due to construction.

  • Spring Service Day at Blue Marsh Lake

    The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers at Blue Marsh Lake will be hosting a Spring Service Day at Blue Marsh Lake in partnership with the Penn State Alumni Association Berks County Chapter on Saturday, April 27, 2024.

  • February

    USACE to host open house to share info on Draft Blue Marsh Lake Master Plan

    The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) will host an open house on Feb. 29, 2024, to share details on a draft revision of the Blue Marsh Lake Master Plan. The open house will be held from 5-7 p.m. at the Berks County Agricultural Center, 1238 County Welfare Road, Leesport, PA 19533.

  • September

    A large reservoir of water is pictured in front of a concrete control tower and dam with scenic vista of a creek/river valley in back drop of image.

    Army Corps shares details for final water releases of recreation season

    The U.S. Army Corps Engineers’ Philadelphia District shared details for the final recreational water releases (also known as the ‘mega release’) from the Francis E. Walter Dam.

  • June

    Hop Brook Lake beach, swimming area reopened

    The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, New England District announced today that the public swimming area

  • May

    Be part of the solution to Raystown Lake pollution

    RAYSTOWN LAKE, PA — The Friends of Raystown Lake and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) are

  • April

    Army Corps debuts disc golf courses at Raystown Lake

    The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Baltimore District, and Huntingdon County Visitors Bureau

  • March

    Blue Marsh Lake provides year round recreation activities including fishing, hiking, and sight-seeing.

    USACE to host open house for Blue Marsh Lake Master Plan revision

    The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) will host an open house on March 23, 2023, to kick off a process to revise the 1975 Blue Marsh Lake Master Plan. The open house will be held from 5-7 p.m. at the Berks County Agricultural Center, 1238 County Welfare Road, Leesport, PA 19533.