Waterlevel is Up

The rain and runoff, in just a few days, has brought us to ice-out and late summer waterlevels. Two kayaks just came up the channel to enjoy the peace and beauty of Manchaug Pond in today’s springtime sunshine and temperatures. We are looking forward to flashboards in April 1 to capture those “April showers” to bring us up to historical levels which will keep shoreline, coves and wetlands in water. Maintenance of our waterlevel is in the hands of the dam owner and is being overseen by the state. Here’s a look at the lake this afternoon… at the dock: at the wall: at the big rock: ice-out: n. The thawing of ice on the surface of a body of water, such as a lake.

Stormwater Flowing in Manchaug Pond Watershed

It continues to rain bringing stormwater through the hillsides in torrents to the lake. No ice remains on the lake. The wall of the channel is mostly submerged. The Manchaug Dam looks safe and sound.

Rain and Run-off

Rain continues, wind from the east is rising, and water is running in fast and furious streaming through the woods and along the roadsides.

Spring is in the Air!

If this warm weather continues, you’ll soon be able to use those gifts you found under the tree! Many found today a great day to polish their car, work on the boat and do a little yard work. We’ll be in the water before you know it!

manchaugpond.org

Do you have some time? Try the MPA’s newest effort. Click onto https://www.manchaugpond.org/ This website is still being developed but I am sure you will enjoy the many photos and informative links we have up already. Let us know what you think!

Eagle on the Pond! 11:45 am

Photo just in from Area 3 of a juvenile eagle! The first photo is as it was taken – not cropped. The young photographer reports the bird sat in that tree for the longest time looking straight at her – not bothered at all by her movements.

Migrating Ducks

Again, it is time to get the binoculars out and the bird book as the fancy ducks have arrived.