Catalog - Bucks County, PA - Parks & Recreation

Water Conditions Core Creek Lake Luxembourg Tue, Sep 13, 2022

Water conditions at Lake Luxembourg located in Core Creek Park make the water susceptible to harmful algal blooms (HABs). HABs occur when microscopic organisms in a waterbody produce toxins or other harmful compounds that can harm people, pets, or wildlife. In Pennsylvania, HABs are most commonly caused by cyanobacteria. Please be reminded that Bucks County Ordinance 95 prohibits wading and swimming in any controlled waters (including lakes). Please wash your hands with soap and water. Do not allow your pets to swim or drink the water.

Water Conditions Peace Valley Fri, Sep 02, 2022

Water conditions at Lake Galena in Peace Valley Park make the water susceptible to harmful algal blooms (HABs). HABs occur when microscopic organisms in a waterbody produce toxins or other harmful compounds that can harm people, pets, or wildlife. In Pennsylvania, HABs are most commonly caused by cyanobacteria. Please be reminded that Bucks County Ordinance 95 prohibits wading and swimming in any controlled waters (including lakes). Please wash your hands with soap and water. Keep pets from swimming in and drinking affected water, and be aware of symptoms of HAB-associated illness in both humans and animals, such as diarrhea or vomiting, difficulty breathing, dizziness, and weakness or lethargy. If you or your pet show any of these symptoms, contact your primary care provider or veterinarian.

Core Creek Park Lake Luxembourg Wed, Jul 06, 2022

The lowering of Lake Luxembourg will begin on Tuesday, July 12th. This is part of the water quality improvement project in the Conservation Pool. Lake levels will will be decreased through fall 2022. Impact on the boat rental operation is TBD. The shorelines on some areas will likely be exposed.