Property owner Aqua Pennsylvania plans to drain Fern Hill Lake reservoir and possibly donate the 114 acres to West Goshen Township. With the planned drawdown of the lake and the partial removal of Township Line Dam, the township discussed a possible property transfer at a recent meeting. Supervisors Chairman Shaun Walsh said that Aqua does not have any interest in selling the 114 acres for development. The utility intends to draw down the reservoir water by eight to 10 feet starting this summer. Design and permitting is underway and is expected to be completed by fall 2027. The schedule for partial dam removal will depend on when permits and approvals are obtained from regulatory agencies. Aqua expects to start work in early 2028 and finish up in spring 2029. Walsh said the township would want to preserve the property as open space and as a public park, likely with a pedestrian trail around the entire property. Aqua will attend a meeting with the board and public, likely in the second half of June, to answer questions and discuss the possible transfer and stream creation.
Source: Daily Local; 5/28/2026