The Belgrade Lakes Association was officially formed in 1908 by volunteers who were concerned with fishing, safety and proper behavior on Great Pond and Long Pond. These concerns continue today and are addressed, along with many new challenges to the lakes, by a strong and healthy association of volunteers.
In 2008 BLA initiated the Docks to Doorways project, designed to promote good lake stewardship practice and better connect the community with our valued lake resources. Docks to Doorways inspired our partnership with Colby College and raised the funds needed to build the Maine Lakes Resource Center. It is a shining example of BLA’s forward thinking ideas.
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Mission: To protect and improve the watershed of Great Pond and Long Pond through preservation, education, and action.
President: Carol Johnson
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Watershed Statistics (Great Pond):
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Area (acres): 8533
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Perimeter (miles): 46.1
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Mean Depth (feet): 21
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Max Depth (feet): 69
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Delorme Page: 20
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Fishery Type: cold + warm water
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Invasive Aquatic Plant Infestation: variable-leaf milfoil (confirmed 2010)
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Dam(s): 1
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Length of Shoreline (meters): 65,425
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Boat Launch(es): 1
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Water Sampling Station(s): 4
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Watershed Statistics (Long Pond):
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Area (acres): 2557
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Perimeter (miles): 31
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Mean Depth (feet): 35
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Max Depth (feet): 106
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Delorme Page: 20
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Fishery Type: cold + warm water
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Invasive Aquatic Plant Infestation: none known
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Dam(s): 1
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Length of Shoreline (meters): 45.563
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Boat Launch(es): 1
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Water Sampling Station(s): 2
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Current News:
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7 Lakes Alliance and Belgrade Lakes Association collaborate to fight invasive variable milfoil.
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7 Lakes Alliance and Belgrade Lakes Association collaborate to update the Watershed Management Plan for both ponds.
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