Lakes and Ponds

Emergency Burn Ban In Effect 10/26/24 - An emergency burn ban is now in effect for all Connecticut State Parks, Forests, and Wildlife Management areas, prohibiting the use of all outdoor grills, firepits, and campfires, and the kindling and use of flame outdoors. DEEP and local agencies are working to contain several active fires across the state. Please avoid all affected State Parks and Forests, as well as the blue-blazed Mattabesett Trail. The Enduro Trail in Voluntown and portions of North Stonington within the Pachaug State Forest are closed at this time. Rocky Neck State Park is also closed until further notice due to a brush fire. Please note that today's forest fire danger report remains at a 'very high' or 'extreme' level. More information about the current fire danger, burn ban and recommended safety measures can be found here

Lakes and Ponds

General Information:

Caring for Our Lakes - Overview of watershed and in-lake management methods
Watershed, Lakes, and Nonpoint Source Program

Lakes & Ponds Water Quality:

Aquatic Vegetation Management:

Nuisance Aquatic Vegetation Management (PDF)
Aquatic Pesticide Application Permit Program Fact Sheet - regulates the use of any chemicals when proposed to be introduced into the waters of the state, whether public or private, for control of aquatic organisms. These organisms are usually water weeds or algae, but could include mosquitoes or unwanted fish.

Recreation and Safety Information:

Content last updated February 25, 2020

Connecticut Department of Energy & Environmental Protection

Lakes and Ponds