The bass population of this pond has improved
since it was acquired by the Division in
1996. About 50 bass were collected per hour of
electrofishing in 2008; the majority of
the fish were legal size (12 inches). An
occasional fish over 5 pounds has also been
taken. Bass growth has improved as the food
supply has increased. Golden shiner were
abundant and provide an excellent forage for
the bass.
Bluegill were the most abundant panfish and
the average size has increased. About
one in four is over six inches. Black crappie
numbers were moderate. American eel,
common carp, and gizzard shad were also
present. Occasional white perch were
observed, usually quite large (10 inches).
30.4 acres
VEGETATION
Spatterdock beds covered much of the upper
part of the pond, but are much less
abundant in the lower half. Some duckweed
floated over the surface with the wind, but
has not affected fishing. Occasionally a
planktonic algae bloom gives a greenish color to
the water. The many deadfalls are a good place
to target when fishing.
SPECIAL CONDITION
This pond does not have a boat ramp, but small
boats and canoes often launch from the
side of the road on County Rd 148 (Masseys
Millpond Rd). However the drop-off is
close to shore so some care must be taken
during launching and loading.
Shore anglers often fish along the road
frontage both on Brenford Rd and Masseys
Millpond Rd.