Rare old-growth, altitude-stunted oak trees were destroyed in order to create this waste-land. And, keep in mind that 100% of the area shown in the photo is located on PA State Park land. The destruction was done with the approval and full backing of the Commonwealth of PA. Furthermore, PA has NOT required that the land be reclaimed! And, although the lake was finally completed in 2006, it doesn't hold nearly as much water as planned. Furthermore, the lakebed liner is of a substandard material that's likely to develop leaks.