The small red dots represent individual readings taken in 2021. Lake elevation varies from 1,512 feet to 1,536 feet, normal limits of operation. The warmest ocean temperature in Maine today is 45.5F (in Monhegan), and the coldest sea temperature is 39.6F (Bucksport). The grant began in the spring of 2006 and conservation practices that reduce erosion and polluted runoff were installed at over 27 sites throughout the watershed. 0000001173 00000 n
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Email is stewards@LakeStewardsME.org. The South Basins long-term clarity trend is stable, indicating neither deeper nor shallower Secchi readings over time. 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. (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. 0000000868 00000 n
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 fluorescence response of algae cycles naturally through the day and those fluctuations are visible in the plot. Yellow diamonds display the mean values for this lake, as averaged across all sampling sites. HWM6WT`fqvT.`HHBL (More Info), The relative humidity is the percent of saturation humidity, generally calculated in relation to saturated vapour density. Echo Lake is cuddled into the interior of Acadia National Park on the quiet side of Mount Desert Island halfway between Somesville and Southwest Harbor. Phosphorus: The North Basins 2021 average phosphorus concentration was within the moderate range. Quiet and remote, this state park beach is off the beaten path. Anticipate immersing well beyond the knees in places as the water level fluctuates. If you disable this cookie, we will not be able to save your preferences. A favorite spot for young children, the sand beach is often sprinkled with brightly colored buckets and shovels. This station managed by the Upper Columbia Field Office (Spokane). Local current weather for Long Lake, Maine, United States Of America giving details on temperature, wind speed, rain, cloud, humidity, pressure and more. Long Lake[1] is an eleven-mile (18km) lake between the towns of Naples, Maine, Bridgton, Maine and Harrison, Maine. 2021s average value. These soils are often associated with wetlands. This effect is partially a result of beach erosion due to highly controversial water level regulation initiated in the late 1980s for the purpose of hydroelectric power. Views of two thousand-foot Borestone Mountain, an Audubon Society sanctuary, provide a scenic backdrop. it is worth taking another look at some stats on the lake water quality data collected over the years. * We've detected you're using a mobile device. 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. This is often hard to answer, as the issues surrounding managing water levels 2021 average chlorophyll concentration was within the moderate range. Long Lake supports a high quality black bass fishery and is one of the more popular lakes in southern Maine for bass angling tournaments. 2021s average value. 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. A TMDL is a detailed watershed report with land use information and phosphorus loading estimates for a specific lake. The vertical black line represents the long-term average value. It spans ten miles, elongating eastward first into the Sebec River, then into the Piscataquis River, and finally emptying into the mighty Penobscot. 45.1F 45F 37.4F 46.2F 28.4F Addison 42.6F 43F 37F 46.4F 28.4F Maine water temperature by month To find out what the water temperature was in Maine any day over a Rangeley and Farmington are each about twenty-eight miles in opposite directions. Site by Yellahoose, hosting by Packawhallop, 2023 LakesofMaine.org     Terms of Use. Once past the boat launch dock, head left toward the mouth of Mill Brook Stream, the connector between Pepperpot Pond and Upper Richardson. Suitable coldwater fish habitat was present through June. Canal boats from Portland harbor reached Long Lake through the Cumberland and Oxford Canal, completed in 1832. Ten-horsepower motors are the limit on Lower Range Pond, allowing the sounds of children playing to override engine noise. 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 Lifeguards man the roped-off swim area, and clean water beckons on a hot afternoon. B soils have moderate infiltration rates and fine to moderate texture and soil size. 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. Chlorophyll: The South Basins 2021 average chlorophyll concentration was within the moderate range. Long Lake was created by receding glaciers, and has many coves and rocks. Area thickness indicates frequency of measurements at that value. Colored areas represent the long-term range of values, from minimum to maximum.
2 percent of soils in the watershed are type C/D soils. A plunge into the pond may result in hours of splashing and bathing amid water temperatures pleasantly perfect. Chlorophyll: The North Basins 2021 average chlorophyll concentration was within the moderate range. Color ramps represent the range of values across all lakes. Show a custom real-time summary table for one or more 2N>iQ&q 5UTKG3b4e,OK'7N'
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'BQ2G;)GiVRSRF*_y@7R|WSLEKF!#mq?pvfH;U=WS("10` >#WW(?92sD2.. The park is twenty-five miles north of Portland off Route 302 in the foothills of the White Mountains. Suitable coldwater fish habitat was present through late June. Long Lake south basins surface water chlorophyll (ppb), phosphorus (ppb), and Secchi depth (meters) data comparison. There is a large roped-off swim area with endless shallow water. 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 - 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 White, owned a vacation house on Long Lake in the North Bridgton section. The chlorophyll average of 2.0 ppb falls into the low range. Long-term Average: Clarity: The Middle Basins 2021 average water clarity was within the moderately clear range. A giant rock juts above the surface just beyond the swim area and often attracts kayakers and paddlers. Rocks and boulders are scattered amongst the mildly red-tinted sand providing texture and interesting places to anchor down. Photos will be available to all users after verification by the moderator. Dont forget your suit! Outhouses are near the beach area, and a full bathhouse is available on the park road about three quarters of a mile from the beach. Show custom graphs or tables for a series of recent data for The Middle Basins long-term clarity trend is decreasing, indicating shallower clarity readings over time. https://waterdata.usgs.gov/me/nwis/current? All 1 Available Parameters for this site. To get there, follow Route 153, locally called Greeleys Landing Road, about five miles north from Dover-Foxcroft. 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. Lifeguards staff both ends of the beach during prime summer hours. 0
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Available Parameters. 1 Shore length is not a well-defined measure. Long Lake [1] is an eleven-mile (18 km) lake between the towns of Naples, Maine, Bridgton, Maine and Harrison, Maine. It is connected to Brandy Pond through the Chute River. Long Lake was created by receding glaciers, and has many coves and rocks. Long Sands sea temperatures peak in the range 17 to 21C (63 to 70F) on around the 9th of August and are at their lowest on about the 1st of March, in the range 2 to 4C (36 to 39F). The highest Long Sands sea temperatures in early to mid August require something like a 3/2mm fully sealed wetsuit. Totals include data from all lake stations and dates.). 0000001084 00000 n
2023Lakes Environmental Association. 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). Mill Brook Road, marked with a boat launch sign, is a mile-long, well-groomed dirt access road to Upper Richardson Lake. A product of Lake Stewards of Maine Shady trees line the perimeter. Branch Lake has a quiet essence, devoid of crowds and noise. Water temperatures warm up nicely by late summer, but are always slightly refreshing in this spring-fed lake. Despite the sunshine, even with a thick winter wetsuit, neoprene hood, gloves and boots it will be difficult to stay comfortable in the sea for long today. trailer
Please visit the website and explore! Throughout the month of December daytime temperatures will generally reach highs of around 3C that's about 37F. Middle Basin: The average Secchi disk reading for 2021 was 6.4 meters, which falls into the moderately clear range. Maine Water Temperature Table -- 7 site (s) found PROVISIONAL DATA SUBJECT There are 27 Long Ponds in Maine (and 6 Long Lakes). Facilities include modern bathrooms, changing areas and coin-operated showers. These soils can be good places to site leach fields or infiltrate stormwater from a home or residence. `Yv;`X=v0pw@
Full sunshine, combined with shallow water depths averaging twenty feet across this seven-mile lake, contributes to late-summer water temps that invite even the most cold sensitive for a dip. Color ramps represent the range of values South Basin: The average Secchi disk reading for 2021 was 6.5 meters, which falls into the moderately clear range. Located within a half mile of the park entrance, amenities include the Jefferson Market and an ice cream shop just around the corner. During the spring, temperature readings are close together and the lake is well-mixed. This website uses cookies so that we can provide you with the best user experience possible. Sea water temperature throughout Maine is not yet warm enough for swimming and does not exceed 68F. 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. Vernon, Rome) is a 2,557-acre lake, divided into 2 distinct basins. Site by Yellahoose, hosting by Packawhallop, 2023 LakesofMaine.org     Terms of Use. To submit a video for this collection, please contact us. Last year, Scott Williams (long-time LSM Executive Director) wrote a short article about the early years of VLMP and the treasure trove of Secchi data produced by volunteers. A TMDL is a detailed watershed report with land use information and phosphorus loading estimates for a specific White-capped waves are characteristic from the usual northwesterly winds. Despite the weak sunshine, the air will feel like -7.0 C, so that even wearing a thick winter wetsuit, neoprene hood, gloves and boots it will be difficult to stay warm in the sea at Long Sands today. Area thickness increases as more measurements are reported at that value. Phosphorus: The South Basins 2021 average phosphorus concentration was within the moderate range 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. These soils are made of sands, clays, and loams and are one of the most common soil types in western Maine. The North Basins long-term total phosphorus trend is stable, indicating neither more nor less phosphorus in the water over time. The North Basins. Jaw dropping, unobstructed, natural beauty abounds. As a result, you will get a list of countries and cities in which the average sea temperature on this day over the past 10 years exceeds your chosen value, Top places with the warmest ocean water in Maine today. stations. The Lakes Assessment Program is frequently questioned about what water level is right for a particular lake. On the whole winds are likely to be light. 0.84 0.44 sdww02. decreasing, indicating that there is less chlorophyll in the water over time. Branch Lake is accessed off Route 1 between Bucksport and Ellsworth. Long Lake is the story's opening setting, as well as origin of the mysterious mist. 2023Lakes Environmental Association. When levels reach 2 to 5 mg/L, fish become stressed and will die below those concentrations. Historic Shaker Village and the Poland Spring House are both nearby. Lake George is a 320-acre park located off Route 2 between Skowhegan and Canaan. A Youth Conservation Corp (YCC) was also formed which installed best management practices on numerous residential properties. Still, there is plenty of sand, and swimming is fantastic with crystal-clear water, plenty of shallow area, and warm water temperatures through August. Distance is measured from lake centroid to lake centroid. Title: USGS Current Conditions for Maine Each fall the lake is stocked with landlocked salmon and brown trout from the state hatcheries. As water temperature increased and deep water oxygen was consumed, coldwater fish habitat transitioned to marginal and then unsuitable habitat in July. Below are the cities and resorts in Maine with the values of water temperature today and yesterday. 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 All rights reserved. (More Info), The wind direction we use on this page is the direction the wind is coming from, given in a 16 point compass format. 58 percent of soils in the watershed are type C soils. 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. FOIA Area thickness increases as more measurements are reported at that value. The vertical black line represents the long-term average value. 2021 average water clarity was within the moderately clear range. The chlorophyll average of 2.5 ppb falls into the moderate range. Dunn Point is home to Lily Bays beach area and is positioned on the eastern shore of the lake with western views toward Sugar Island in the foreground and the Misery Ridge mountains in the background. An outhouse is available across the road about a quarter of a mile from the footpath back in the direction you came. Some time ago, we published a collection of some spectacular aerial videos of 26 Maine lakes, all captured by drones and published on YouTube or Facebook. It can also be used to compliment comprehensive planning updates. The new website is a significant upgrade for ease of use and a clean, simplified design. Picnic tables and grills are dispersed among the trees surrounding the beach. South Basins 2021 Average vs. Afternoon hours are warmest while full sun shines on the beach. This graph shows temperature at different depths in the north basin of Long Lake. Find our. As our lakes begin to freeze this winter, take another look at these videos, all taken during the open-water months. 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. 13 0 obj <>
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