Title: USGS Current Water Data for Maine While the official max depth is listed as 59ft (18m), there is a spring near Half Loon Bay, a small bay near Bridgton Academy, that registers as being 216ft (66m) deep, according to depth finders on multiple boats. Long Lake is home to many species of wildlife, which given the growing use of the lake for recreational purposes must be respected. Here are some tallies *: Some of the best places to hit the beach in Maine are inland. (More Info). Water clarity has been measured in this lake since 1970; the overall average Secchi depth during this period is 6.3 m (21 ft) - a value which is in the mid-range of surveyed Maine lakes. All rights reserved. The South Basins long-term clarity trend is stable, indicating neither deeper nor shallower Secchi readings over time. 0 FOIA Long Lake is home to many species of wildlife, which given the growing use of the lake for recreational Boaters should also take extra caution to be watchful of loons on the lake and avoid creating large wakes close by. Distance is measured from lake centroid to lake centroid. Picnic tables are spread out among the trees and two are covered in the event of rain. %PDF-1.6 % An octagonal two-story building suggestive of a lighthouse, a relic from the parks past, marks the access point for the multi-use trail. 2N>iQ&q 5UTKG3b4e,OK'7N' ='uR?U@(JQZYfez^L,J_6QY @p_lq \RB}Ipa{$ 'BQ2G;)GiVRSRF*_y@7R|WSLEKF!#mq?pvfH;U=WS("10` >#WW(?92sD2.. Water clarity is top-notch and temperatures are cold even in late August. * We've detected you're using a mobile device. The small red dots represent individual readings taken in 2021. Values greater than about 7 g/L are considered high. Available Parameters. The water gradually deepens toward the outer buoy-marked swim area. Parents can chill a notch or two knowing there is a lifeguard on duty, and kids can be entertained for hours splashing in a few inches of water or playing on the sand with gently lapping waves to fill moats and hand-dug ponds. Please visit the website and explore! Color ramps represent the range of values across all lakes. All 1 Available Parameters for this site. The South Basins long-term chlorophyll trend is decreasing, indicating that there is less chlorophyll in the water over time. They are sunny in the morning and shady in the afternoon. stations. South Basin: The average Secchi disk reading for 2021 was 6.5 meters, which falls into the moderately clear range. Lakes Environmental Association, 230 Main Street, Bridgton, Maine, 04009. The most notable features at Norway Lake Beach are several semi-private swim areas hidden among tall pines along the shoreline path toward the boat ramp. During the spring, temperature readings are close together and the lake is well-mixed. The average total phosphorus reading of 7.1 ppb falls into the moderate range. trailer Statewide Ground Water Real-Time Table. Colored areas represent the long-term range of values, from minimum to maximum. The average total phosphorus reading of 6.1 ppb falls into the moderate range. When vegetation is removed and the soil is exposed they can be susceptible to erosion. xref The chlorophyll average of 2.0 ppb falls into the low range. Range Pond (pronounced to rhyme with sang) State Park is known for its beautiful one thousand-foot sandy beach on the northeast side of Lower Range Pond. A plunge into the pond may result in hours of splashing and bathing amid water temperatures pleasantly perfect. The beach is relatively quiet even when the ninety-one campsites at Lily Bays Dunn Point and Rowell Cove campgrounds are full. In addition to the land use inventory and phosphorus loading estimates, the reports contain water quality, fishery and soils information, a shoreline survey and recommendations for future best management practices in the watershed. Phosphorus: The Middle Basins 2021 average phosphorus concentration was within the moderate range. When levels reach 2 to 5 mg/L, fish become stressed and will die below those concentrations. The large grassy lawn, picnic tables, grills, horseshoe pits, and swings provide the raw materials for an old-fashioned outdoor summer day in Maine. Water Data for the Nation Blog for the latest news and updates. To submit a video for this collection, please contact us. Rangeley and Farmington are each about twenty-eight miles in opposite directions. The lake is the site of many summer camps, including Camp Newfound, Camp Owatonna, Camp Takajo, and Camp Wildwood (actually located on nearby Wood's Pond). The famous author, E.B. White, owned a vacation house on Long Lake in the North Bridgton section. Follow Happytown Road two-and-a-half miles and turn right onto Boat Launch Drive. The Middle Basins long-term clarity trend is decreasing, indicating shallower clarity readings over time. A superb modern playground is hidden in the shade beneath a thick canopy of tall pines. Oxygen conditions in the 8-10 mg/L range indicate that water is saturated or nearly saturated with oxygen, depending on temperature. At 0 mg/L (anoxia), chemical changes at the sediment-water interface can enhance recycling of sediment phosphorus back into the water column. A small wooded bluff extends to a point on the south end of the beach and provides excellent wildlife viewing within the cove. Other principal fisheries are landlocked Atlantic salmon, brown trout, chain pickerel, and white perch. A TMDL is a detailed watershed report with land use information and phosphorus loading estimates for a specific Title: USGS Current Conditions for Maine Long Pond (Belgrade, Mt. These soils are often associated with wetlands. Bridgton, Naples, North These charts display the values of water quality indicators for this lake, compared to the range of values seen across all of Maines surveyed lakes . Facilities include modern bathrooms, changing areas and coin-operated showers. The mean minimum temperature will be -4C, dipping to its lowest on the morning of Saturday 21st at -10C. The canal's Songo Lock facilities still control Long Lake water level. Facilities include bathhouses with showers, flush toilets, and changing areas. As summer progresses, the lake stratifies (large temperature difference between depths) and lake mixing is greatly diminished. Long Lake is the story's opening setting, as well as origin of the mysterious mist. Area thickness increases as more measurements are reported at that value. Totals include data from all lake stations and dates.). Twelve other species also are present, including American eel, golden and common shiner, fallfish, white sucker, brown bullhead, burbot, lake and brook trout, pumpkinseed sunfish, yellow perch, and rainbow smelt. A favorite spot for young children, the sand beach is often sprinkled with brightly colored buckets and shovels. For many people, their image of Maine is understandably tied to the ocean, with its almost 3,500 miles of coastline, yet Maine water also runs deep inland with 2,500 lakes and ponds across the state. The average color reading for 2021 was 26.3 SPU, indicating that water in Long Lakes north basin is highly colored. Mature white pines tower overhead whispering in the wind along the edges of the cleared playing field. The 7 day weather forecast summary for Long Lake: The outlook for Long Lake in the week ahead shows the average daytime maximum temperature will be around 1C, with a high for the week of 12C expected on the evening of Friday 23rd. The average total phosphorus reading of 6.3 ppb falls into the moderate range. Several large rocks emerge from the water a few feet from shoreline, great places for climbing, jumping, or sunbathing. 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The lake is the site of many summer camps, including Camp Newfound, Camp Owatonna, Camp Takajo, and Camp Wildwood (actually located on nearby Wood's Pond). Page Contact Information: Maine Water Data Maintainer Branch Lake has a quiet essence, devoid of crowds and noise. This lake is 5.5 miles long with an average depth of twenty feet. The average deep water phosphorus value was not significantly above surface water phosphorus values, which suggests phosphorus recycling is not problematic. Combined temperature and oxygen sensors measure conditions at every other meter (3.28 feet) from near surface to near bottom at the deepest point of the lakes north basin. The week will Dont forget your suit! National Water Information System: Web Interface, Accessibility 11 percent of soils in the watershed are type A soils. The forecast for Long Lake in the coming week is predicting the average daytime maximum temperature will be around 2C, with a high for the week of 7C expected on the afternoon of Wednesday 18th. For more detailed information about water temperature, surf forecast, weather and time of sunrise and sunset in any specific area of your interest, just click on a city name. About Long Lake. Quiet and remote, this state park beach is off the beaten path. Maines freshwater provides pleasures beyond pure scenery. During the spring, temperature readings are close together and the lake is well-mixed. A bathhouse with modern toilets and changing rooms is located in a grove of tall pines. There are 27 Long Ponds in Maine (and 6 Long Lakes). https://waterdata.usgs.gov/me/nwis/current? Anticipate immersing well beyond the knees in places as the water level fluctuates. An outhouse is available across the road about a quarter of a mile from the footpath back in the direction you came. 2021s average value. Long Lake south basins surface water chlorophyll (ppb), phosphorus (ppb), and Secchi depth (meters) data comparison. The fluorescence response of algae cycles naturally through the day and those fluctuations are visible in the plot. Water quality in Cross Lake has been vastly improved over the last decade due to extensive local and state work to meet EPA Clean Water Act requirements. If you disable this cookie, we will not be able to save your preferences. On the beach, a wide swath of sand joins shallow clear water at the southern tip of Echo Lake. 3 percent of soils in the watershed are type D soils. Much of the pond is relatively shallow and homothermous (summer water temperatures are similar from top to bottom). If you are interested in finding a monitoring opportunity, please visit Lake Stewards of Maine or contact our office at 207-783-7733. 0000001173 00000 n 2023Lakes Environmental Association. Show custom graphs or tables for a series of recent data for Beach amenities include bathrooms with flush toilets, changing facilities, showers, picnic tables, and grills. Dark smooth pebbles comprise the natural beach material and continue underfoot well out into the water. A two-foot retaining wall separates sand from lawn, allowing picnics to be eaten grit-free. Regardless of the extent of shoreline problems, it is usually best to maintain water levels to reduce potential shoreline erosion. Privacy Lakes of Maine - Water Quality - Long Pond - Belgrade, Mount Vernon, Rome, Kennebec, Maine Long Pond Belgrade, Mount Vernon, Rome, Kennebec, Maine MIDAS 5272 Water Quality Shade sits well back from the water under mature trees between the parking lot and the grass. This sensor measures chlorophyll by fluorescence and gives an estimate of algal biomass at that depth. Click on any diamond to view the data. ow1JKsD~NP$w'\y2K:Ra^ Forecast; Latest; These charts display the values of water quality indicators for this lake, compared to the range of values seen across all of Maines surveyed lakes . Several ramps make access much easier for wheelchairs. Yellow diamonds display the mean values for this lake, as averaged across all sampling sites. Photos (1) Today's Moody Beach sea temperature is 43 F. Branch Lake is accessed off Route 1 between Bucksport and Ellsworth. Email is stewards@LakeStewardsME.org. 13 9 2 percent of soils in the watershed are type B soils. 0000000476 00000 n Motorboats are limited to ten horsepower, lending to Echos peaceful atmosphere. On the whole winds are likely to be light. Amenities. document.write('&\#115;&\#116;&\#101;&\#119;&\#97;&\#114;&\#100;&\#115;@&\#108;&\#97;&\#107;'+''+'&\#101;&\#115;&\#116;&\#101;&\#119;&\#97;&\#114;&\#100;&\#115;&\#77;&\#69;.&\#111;&\#114;&\#103;<\/a>'); Understanding the Color Ramps & Column Charts . There is a large roped-off swim area with endless shallow water. As water temperatures warmed and deep water oxygen was consumed, coldwater fish habitat transitioned to marginal in July and became unsuitable in August through September. There are 27 Long Ponds in Maine (and 6 Long Lakes). The park also offers a group use picnic shelter and a grassy playing field. The graphs below were created from downloaded Long Lake buoy data and are updated every hour while the buoy is in the water ( typically May November). Today, many surfers would wear a winter wetsuit, a neoprene hood, gloves and boots. Big deep water ensures cool temperatures throughout the hottest months. Lifeguards man the roped-off swim area, and clean water beckons on a hot afternoon. It spans ten miles, elongating eastward first into the Sebec River, then into the Piscataquis River, and finally emptying into the mighty Penobscot. We are using cookies to give you the best experience on our website. 0000001084 00000 n The average minimum temperature will be -5C, dipping to its lowest on the morning of Monday 26th at -7C. The vertical black line represents the long-term average value. decreasing, indicating that there is less chlorophyll in the water over time. Area - 4867 acres Temperatures Surface - 80F Maximum depth - 59 feet 55 feet - 57F LONG LAKE Bridgton, Harrison, Naples Twps., Cumberland Co. U.S.G.S. The remaining 23 percent of the watershed is taken up by the lake. Long-term Average: Clarity: The North Basins 2021 average water clarity was within the moderately clear range. The average deep water phosphorus value was not significantly above surface water phosphorus values, which suggests phosphorus recycling is not problematic. The acronym TMDL stands for Total Maximum Daily Load and for Maine lakes it is used as a tool to assess and reduce phosphorus loading from within the entire watershed. Sunshine hits the beach around noon, making afternoon hours warmest. The state owns 22,000 acres in the surrounding area including twenty-one miles of shoreline on Richardson and Mooselookmeguntic lakes, as well as frontage on several nearby ponds. A small sand island marks the end of the sandbar where powerboats tend to raft up during prime summer months. Rumford is the closest sizable town, seventeen miles southwest. Maine affords plenty of public access to inland waters for free or minimal fees. The Middle Basins long-term clarity trend is stable, indicating neither deeper nor shallower Secchi readings over time. Maine Water Temperature Table -- 7 site (s) found PROVISIONAL DATA SUBJECT Lakes Environmental Association, 230 Main Street, Bridgton, Maine, 04009. Each fall the lake is stocked with landlocked salmon and brown trout from the state hatcheries. The average color reading for 2021 was 26.8 SPU, indicating that water in Long Lakes south basin is highly colored. Color ramps represent the range of values across all lakes. Lake or reser-voir elev-ation, NAVD, feet Lake or reser-voir elev-ation, NGVD, feet St. Croix River Basin: 01018900: West Grand Lake at Grand Lake Stream, Maine : 12/30 06:00 EST : 299.66 - 0000000016 00000 n Lily Bay State Park provides important access to Maines largest lake within a 924-acre parcel in the Beaver Cove Township. Click to hide state-specific text Current Conditions for Maine: Air Temperature -- 33 site (s) found Customize table to display other current-condition parameters -- Parameter not determined All rights reserved. The majority of data on lakesofmaine.org comes from certified volunteer citizen scientists. The large red dot represents Giant white pines and mixed hardwood trees line the entire half-mile length of Songo Beach, on the lakes north end. Deep water phosphorus values were not significantly above surface water phosphorus values indicating that phosphorus recycling was not an issue for the North Basin in 2021. Water Level Control: Long Lake Water Level Committee Surface Area: 4,867 acres Normal Elevation (Full Pond): 269 feet Average Depth: 25 feet Maximum Depth: 59 feet Water Residence Time: 1.1 years Drainage Area: 115 sq. A lifeguard is on duty during peak summer hours, and bathroom facilities are located at the rear of the beach. Oak Pond 0.49 miles west; Flynn Pond 1.20 miles west; Merrit Pond 1.63 miles west; Mic-Mac Pond 2.13 miles south; Spectacle Pond West 2.76 miles south; Spectacle Pond East 2.76 miles south; Spring Hole Pond 2.81 miles south; Pineo Pond 2.81 miles south; Bog Brook Flowage 2.82 miles west Statistics for 27 Dec (19812005) mean: 42 F , range: 39 F to 44 F. Water temperature (43 F) at Higgins Beach is really very cold. As we close out the 51st year of VLMP/LSM, it is worth taking another look at some stats on the lake water quality data collected over the years. Suitable coldwater fish habitat was present through late June. (More Info), Here we try to capture the feel of the weather as an image it will never be perfect but is useful for a quick overview. Long Lake is the second largest water body in southern Maine and is part of the Presumpscot River drainage. Warning: Javascript must be enabled to use all the features on this page! Deep water phosphorus values were not significantly above surface water phosphorus values indicating that phosphorus recycling was not an issue for the South Basin in 2021. Historic Shaker Village and the Poland Spring House are both nearby. The famous author, E.B. Wander down along the trail toward the beach and discover two state-of-the-art playground structures camouflaged among the trees. 0.84 0.44 sdww02. HWM6WT`fqvT.`HHBL U.S. Geological Survey Picnic tables and grills are dispersed among the trees surrounding the beach. 2021s average value. The beach suggests a canyon laying below the jutting ledges of Beech Mountain on the west and the looming ridges of Acadia and St. Sauveur Mountains on the east. They have fairly high runoff potential and low infiltration rates and often pool water. Water temperature (6.0 C) at Long Sands is really very cold. Keep your eyes peeled for moose on this isolated stretch of road, and plan on spending the day at this natural western Maine oasis, especially if you have a boat in tow. it is worth taking another look at some stats on the lake water quality data collected over the years. Today's Higgins Beach sea temperature is 43 F. The fourteen-mile trip north of Oquossoc on Route 16, locally known as Wilsons Mills Road, is well worth the time and fuel. White-capped waves are characteristic from the usual northwesterly winds. Wading up into the brook along the edge makes for enjoyable exploring. Prepare for the excitement of boat traffic and noise. 0000000669 00000 n It can also be used to compliment comprehensive planning updates. Type A soils tend to be well drained sands, loams, and gravels. Vernon, Rome) is a 2,557-acre lake, divided into 2 distinct basins. Mill Brook Road, marked with a boat launch sign, is a mile-long, well-groomed dirt access road to Upper Richardson Lake. Chlorophyll: The North Basins 2021 average chlorophyll concentration was within the moderate range. The beach and surrounding woods cater to the many visitors of this popular southern Maine destination. Colored areas represent the long-term range of values, from minimum to maximum. Ten-horsepower motors are the limit on Lower Range Pond, allowing the sounds of children playing to override engine noise. The natural five hundred-foot sand beach graces the shore of Sebec Lakes South Cove. Long Lake north basins surface water chlorophyll (ppb), phosphorus (ppb), and Secchi depth (meters) data comparison. These charts display the values of water quality indicators for this lake, compared to the range of values seen across all of Maines surveyed lakes . The small red dots represent individual readings taken in 2021. 2023Lakes Environmental Association. This road and waterfront property is owned by the Irving Company and includes a beach, picnic facilities, a boat launch, ample parking, and a primitive outhouse. South Basins 2021 Average vs. It is connected to Brandy Pond through the Chute River. Children aged two to twelve will find plenty of fun on equipment including a zip-runner, cross bars, ladders, stairs, a corkscrew, several slides, toddler swings, and more. 0000000747 00000 n There are plenty of shallow sandy areas for cooling off, and deeper areas for swimming. Perfectly clear water is edged by a crescent-shaped sand beach on the lakes southwestern shore. In the fall, both surface temperature and temperature variation with depth decreases until the lake mixes entirely (turnover) and becomes the same temperature throughout. The 7 day weather forecast summary for Long Lake: The outlook for Long Lake in the week ahead shows the average daytime maximum temperature will be around 1C, with a high for Sea water temperature throughout Maine is not yet warm enough for swimming and does not exceed 68F. A giant rock juts above the surface just beyond the swim area and often attracts kayakers and paddlers. They are usually made up silts and loams. 2021 average chlorophyll concentration was within the moderate range. There are 27 Long Ponds in Maine (and 6 Long Lakes). Deep water phosphorus values were not significantly above surface water phosphorus values indicating that phosphorus recycling was not an issue for the North Basin in 2021. Facilities include an outhouse and plenty of parking across the road from the boat launch. It is the smallest section of a three-tiered body of water comprising upper, middle, and lower ponds. This recreational area is accessed from Route 32, which runs north and south connecting well-traveled Route 1 and Route 17. one or more stations. Sebago Lake, ME Weather Forecast | AccuWeather Current Weather 11:44 AM 52 F RealFeel 53 RealFeel Shade 49 Air Quality Excellent Wind WNW 6 mph Wind Gusts 14 Snuggled on the edge of the pastoral village of Jefferson, Damariscotta Lake State Park inhabits a seventeen-acre parcel of shorefront land on the lakes northern Great Bay. Cross Lake is a lovely place to spend the day or simply stop for a swim along the way to Fort Kent or Canada. The North Basins. Water temperatures warm up nicely by late summer, but are always slightly refreshing in this spring-fed lake. Area thickness increases as more measurements are reported at that value. These soils can be good places to site leach fields or infiltrate stormwater from a home or residence. Long-term trend analysis indicates chlorophyll concentrations in Long Lakes south basin are decreasing, total phosphorus concentrations are decreasing, and clarity readings are stable. U.S. Geological Survey Immersing into cool, clear freshwater on a steamy summer day is a tactile experience like no other. The sensor was changed on 7/29/2022. Chlorophyll: The South Basins 2021 average chlorophyll concentration was within the moderate range. Pedestrians will enjoy this shaded half-mile walk and brook access along the road. The large red dot represents Expect 0.0mm of precipitation over the past 3 hours. 0000003758 00000 n Sebago Lakes sheer beauty beckons visitors to plunge into the water on a hot summer day. Long Lake is the home of fictional character David Drayton in Stephen King's 1980 novella, The Mist, which was made into a 2007 movie, The Mist. Hefty granite steps cut down to the sand along a footpath. From the playground, a network of flat, wooded trails on old logging roads and railroad beds spans out across the 750 acres within park boundaries. The unique scent of piney woods and sweet fern merge along many rural roads leading to pristine inland beaches. long-term chlorophyll trend is decreasing, indicating that there is less chlorophyll in the water over time. Views of two thousand-foot Borestone Mountain, an Audubon Society sanctuary, provide a scenic backdrop. The park encompasses both sides of the lake with the beach area located at the end of mile-long East Lake George Road. Jaw dropping, unobstructed, natural beauty abounds. (More Info), The value given is a total predicted for the previous 3 hrs and includes the time of the forecast being looked at. The South Basins. Moose, deer, bear, and waterfowl are common to the area. Located within a half mile of the park entrance, amenities include the Jefferson Market and an ice cream shop just around the corner. 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