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Dam Operational Plan

LMPA has been in touch with the Hopkinton Water Department and they have informed us that they have been checking the water levels at the dam 2 to 3 times per week according to the Operational Plan that was put in place by Milford Water Company.

Below is a copy of the operational plan that was agreed on by all parties involved.

Please note that the lake will continue to be monitored and adjusted to insure that the dam and the water level are safe for all residents of Lake Maspenock.

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This is the current dam operational plan on file with con-con

- Visit Dam at least once per week to record water elevation and inspect property.

- On or about September 1-15, open the gate approx. four notches to lower the pond elevation 30-36”

- Open gate structure more depending upon precipitation and temperature.

- Once the pond level has been reduced to -36”, close gate structure until it is open approx. 1 notch.

- When spring thaw occurs, monitor rising level and open dam structure more to maintain dam safety and reduce flooding.

- When the water level reaches the spillway elevation, close the gate structure 100% and allow the spillway to control the water level. 

- If the water level over the spillway exceeds 9”, open the gate structure to maintain the safety of the dam.

- When the water level declines below the spillway elevation, open the gate structure one notch to maintain downstream flows.

- Monitor pond levels until action required in step #2.

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Heywood Street Rezoning

The Hayward Street rezoning warrant was voted against unanimously by the Planning Board last evening (1 abstained). This was a very impressive demonstration of what we can get done as an organization. We had a good turnout from the surrounding community, several people spoke...some made very good points and others just spoke from the heart.

We had over 100 residents sign our petition and had many e-mails to present to the Planning Board. The meeting started with an endorsement from the ZBA, but after hearing our concerns, the Planning Board members all made comments regarding the fact that this was clearly against the will of the surrounding neighborhood as well as not in accordance with the Town Master Plan.

Thanks to all who helped us defend our neighborhood form "creep".

LMPA E-Board

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The LMPA Winter Social A Huge Success!

Over 60 friends of the lake attended and enjoyed great food and refreshments while catching up with old friends as well as making some new ones. Several new members signed up for membership in the LMPA and we raised over $400 in the raffle. For those of you who won raffle items, be sure to check the fine print for any details or limitations of the prizes. Some have expiration dates, for example. Thank you so much for coming out.

LMPA would like to thank the following local businesses for supporting our winter social:

Action Copy Plus Aesthetic Wellness Center, Westboro Anne Michelles Uptown Hair Design Beardsley Zoo, Bridgeport, CT Bertucci's, Northboro Boat US Angler Body & Beyond Massage Therapy Cabin Life Magazine Exxon Fin & Feather General Electric Grafton Inn Hooked on Books Hopkinton Wine & Spirits Hopkinton YMCA

MacMed Spa, Milford McIntyre Loam Nipmuc Marine ProTravel Services, Milford The Rubber Stamp Company Southwyk's Wild Animal Farm, Mendon Town of Hopkinton Parks & Recreation Westboro Swim & Tennis Club Jac & Cooper Jackie's Salon Joseph Menna, DDS Landry's Bicycles, Westboro Lumber Street Auto

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Peppercorn Hill Hike
Click picture below to see more

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Hopkinton obtains $100,000 for dam maintainence.

Full Story From MetroWest Daily News

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It's Official!

LMPA wishes to thank all of the people who worked so hard to get this done and to also thank the Board of Selectman for their due diligence in making sure this was done right and for their commitment to following through with the will of the voters at town meeting. We look forward to working with them in the future to help in any way we can.

There are still many issues to be addressed on lake, weeds, nearby development, water quality just to name a few, but we are very happy to have passed this milestone and look forward to being able to focus on these other important issues.

Sincerely,
LMPA E-Board

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Lake Maspenock Family Swim and Paddle Day
Held Sunday August 12th

Thanks to all the volunteers with boats who helped us!  Click the thumbnails below to view pictures from the event.

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Fourth of July Boat Parade a Boatload of Fun!

Our first ever boat parade was a lot of fun and we want to thank everyone who participated by decorating their boats or cheering from shore. 

Click the photo to view pictures and video of our first annual July 4th Boat Parade