Antietam Lake

Antietam Lake is a reservoir located in Berks County, Pennsylvania entirely within the Antietam Lake Park.[1][2] The lake was formerly owned by the city of Reading. It was purchased by Berks County in 2006.[3] The lake is surrounded by 643 acres of park land.[4]

Antietam Lake
LocationAntietam Park, Berks County, Pennsylvania
Coordinates40°21′22″N 075°52′12″W
TypeReservoir
Primary inflowsAntietam Creek
Primary outflowsAntietam Creek
Basin countriesUnited States

Historical Information

A beautiful waterfall formed by the dam can be seen on your way into Antietam Lake Park. Also, a historical spring house is located in the park. It is believed to be over one-hundred fifty years old and is still intact. It is one of the main historical attractions in the park. In addition, a historical home on the property known as Bingaman House has been restored and is an environmental educational center.

Geographical Information

The lake is formed by the disbandment of the Antietam Creek. The lake is stocked annually with trout.

References
  1. "Antietam Lake Park." Reading, Pennsylvania: Pennsylvania's Americana Region, retrieved online February 23, 2019.
  2. "Antietam Lake Park." Reading, Pennsylvania: Planning Commission, County of Berks.
  3. Memorandum from Officers of the Commissioners of Berks County ("Re: Antietam Lake Property Offer," November 21, 2005). Reading, Pennsylvania: Officers of the Commissioners of Berks County, retrieved from online archives February 23, 2019.
  4. "Antietam Lake Park | Visit PA Americana". www.visitpaamericana.com. Retrieved 2019-04-25.
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