Johnstown Flood National Memorial
Designation: National Memorial
Location: Pennsylvania
📘 Park Overview
The South Fork Dam failed on Friday, May 31, 1889, and unleashed 20,000,000 tons of water that devastated Johnstown, PA. The flood killed 2,209 people but it brought the nation and the world together to aid the "Johnstown sufferers." The story of the Johnstown Flood reminds us all, "...that we must leave nothing undone for the preservation and protection of our brother men."
🌤 Weather Information
Winters can be cold and severe. Spring can be seasonable and wet. Summer can be hot with potentials for thunderstorms. Fall can be seasonal, with cold temperatures into October and November.
🚗 Directions
Take US Route 219 to the St Michael/Sidman exit. At the end of the exit ramp head East on PA 869 (there is a park sign at the end of the exit ramp). Travel approximately 1.5 miles on PA 869 watching for a left turn onto Lake Road at the sign for Johnstown Flood National Memorial. Follow Lake Road 1.5 miles until the visitor center appears on your right. Please park safely in the designated parking lot and not block any emergency access roads.
Images
The Lake View Farm
Credit: NPS
Lake View House
Credit: NPS
The Double Cottage once served as a structure for the South Fork Fishing and Hunting Club
Credit: NPS
Remains of the South Fork Dam with snow
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The Lippincott Cottage once served as a structure for the South Fork Fishing and Hunting Club
Credit: NPS
Park entrance sign
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The remains of the South Fork Dam
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The remains of the South Fork Dam
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South Fork Fishing and Hunting Club Club House
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The remains of the South Fork Dam
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Entrance Fees
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Entrance Passes
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3-Day Weather Forecast
Thursday, Jan 15
Moderate or heavy snow showers
High: 18.1°F | Low: 12.4°F
Humidity: 76%
Wind: 19.9 mph
Rain Chance: 64%
UV Index: 0.3
Sunrise: 07:37 AM
Sunset: 05:14 PM
Moon: Waning Crescent (13%)
Visibility: 1 mi
Dew Point: 13.6°F
Cloud Cover: 64%
Pressure: N/A mb
Air Quality (PM2.5): N/A
Ozone: N/A
EPA Index: N/A
Friday, Jan 16
Cloudy
High: 29.5°F | Low: 14.2°F
Humidity: 69%
Wind: 18.6 mph
Rain Chance: 0%
UV Index: 0.3
Sunrise: 07:36 AM
Sunset: 05:16 PM
Moon: Waning Crescent (8%)
Visibility: 5 mi
Dew Point: 15.4°F
Cloud Cover: 0%
Pressure: N/A mb
Air Quality (PM2.5): N/A
Ozone: N/A
EPA Index: N/A
Saturday, Jan 17
Patchy moderate snow
High: 35.6°F | Low: 24.5°F
Humidity: 79%
Wind: 13.6 mph
Rain Chance: 89%
UV Index: 0.2
Sunrise: 07:36 AM
Sunset: 05:17 PM
Moon: Waning Crescent (3%)
Visibility: 3 mi
Dew Point: 26.4°F
Cloud Cover: 89%
Pressure: N/A mb
Air Quality (PM2.5): N/A
Ozone: N/A
EPA Index: N/A
Weather Alerts (5)
Special Weather Statement issued January 14 at 5:15PM EST by NWS State College PA
Effective: Jan 14, 2026 5:15pm
Expires: Jan 15, 2026 12:00am
Rain will mix with and change to wet snow early this evening
across the northwest mountains. The change over will continue to
work eastward and southward this evening, with the higher
elevations of the Laurel Highlands mixing with and changing to
snow by mid evening.
As temperatures fall this evening, roads will likely become snow
covered and slippery. Icy spots could form as temperatures fall
below freezing later tonight and and gusty winds develop.
Persons with travel plans this evening should be prepared for a
wide range of conditions and use caution in areas of adverse
weather conditions. Remember that bridges and ramps freeze up
first.
Winter Weather Advisory issued January 14 at 2:55PM EST until January 15 at 5:00PM EST by NWS State College PA
Effective: Jan 14, 2026 2:55pm
Expires: Jan 15, 2026 8:00am
* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 2 to 4 inches on
the western ridges with locally higher amounts possible. Winds
gusting as high as 45 mph.
* WHERE...Cambria and Somerset Counties.
* WHEN...Until 5 PM EST Thursday.
* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous
conditions could impact the Wednesday evening and Thursday morning
commutes. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Rain will transition to snow this evening and
continue through tonight before tapering to snow showers on
Thursday. A blustery northwest wind will send temperatures
plummeting below the freezing mark overnight into the mid teens by
Thursday morning. Wind chill values Thursday morning will be in
the negative single digits. Frequent snow showers will continue
through Thursday afternoon with an additional minor accumulation
likely.
Winter Weather Advisory issued January 14 at 10:42PM EST until January 15 at 5:00PM EST by NWS State College PA
Effective: Jan 14, 2026 10:42pm
Expires: Jan 15, 2026 1:00pm
* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 2 to 4 inches on
the western ridges with locally higher amounts possible. Winds
gusting as high as 45 mph.
* WHERE...Cambria and Somerset Counties.
* WHEN...Until 5 PM EST Thursday.
* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous
conditions could impact the Thursday morning and evening commutes.
Gusty winds could bring down tree branches.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snow will continue overnight before tapering
to snow showers on Thursday. A blustery northwest wind will send
temperatures plummeting below the freezing mark overnight into the
mid teens by Thursday morning. Wind chill values Thursday morning
will be in the negative single digits. Frequent snow showers will
continue through Thursday afternoon with an additional minor
accumulation likely.
Special Weather Statement issued January 14 at 5:19PM EST by NWS Pittsburgh PA
Effective: Jan 14, 2026 5:19pm
Expires: Jan 14, 2026 11:00pm
As a cold front crosses the region this evening, rain is forecast
to change to snow. Up to an inch or so of accumulation is
expected through midnight. Temperatures will fall into the 20s by
that time as well. Any untreated roads, especially those with
lingering moisture, may become slick from ice and accumulating
snow. This is especially true for bridges and overpasses.
Use caution when driving later this evening after the changeover
to snow. Plan on extra time to reach your destination. If you
encounter icy roads, slow down and increase the distance between
your vehicle and those that surround yours. Also, be careful
walking outdoors tonight as icy patches on sidewalks and other
surfaces are likely.
Winter Weather Advisory issued January 14 at 9:02PM EST until January 15 at 5:00PM EST by NWS Pittsburgh PA
Effective: Jan 14, 2026 9:02pm
Expires: Jan 15, 2026 5:15am
* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 3 and 5
inches, with locally higher amounts along ridge tops.
* WHERE...Portions of southwest Pennsylvania and northern West
Virginia.
* WHEN...Until 5 PM EST Thursday.
* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions.
Park Alerts
Visitor Center & Contacts
📍 Physical Address:
733 Lake Road
South Fork, PA 15956
🏤 Mailing Address:
733 Lake Road
South Fork, PA 15956
📞 Voice Phone: 8148866171
✉️ Email: jofl_interpretation@nps.gov