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West Branch Saint Regis River Watershed

(0415030602) Water Index Number Waterbody Category SL(C)-32-20 (portion 1) West Br.St.Regis, Lower, and minor tribs (0902-0110) NoKnownImpct SL(C)-32-20 (portion 2)/P91a Allen Falls Reservoir (0902-0111) Minor Impacts SL(C)-32-20 (portion 3) West Br.St.Regis, Middle, and tribs (0902-0112) Unassessed SL(C)-32-20 (portion 4) West Br.St.Regis, Upper, and minor tribs (0902-0113) Unassessed SL(C)-32-20- 2 Trout Brook and tribs (0902-0114) NoKnownImpct SL(C)-32-20..P140 thru P147 Lydia, L.Long, Nellie, Bessie, L.Fish Pd (0902-0004) Impaired SL(C)-32-20..P149,P150,P151 Fish Pond, Sky Pond, Mud Pond (0902-0132) Unassessed SL(C)-32-20..P153,P154,P156 Clamshell Pond,Ochre Pond,Grass Pond(0902-0133) Unassessed SL(C)-32-20..P156a,P157,,,, Saint Regis,Green,Whipple,S.Otter Pds(0902-0134) Unassessed SL(C)-32-20-12 Alder Meadow Brook and tribs (0902-0115) Unassessed SL(C)-32-20-29-P92 Mud Pond (0902-0116) Unassessed SL(C)-32-20-30 Stoney Brook and tribs (0902-0117) Unassessed SL(C)-32-20-30..P98 McCavanaugh Pond (0902-0119) Unassessed SL(C)-32-20-30-14-P96,P97 Train Pond, Weller Pond (0902-0118) Unassessed SL(C)-32-20-41-P101,P102 Lower, Upper Twin Ponds, more (0902-0045) Impaired SL(C)-32-20-49..P103a,P104 Arquett Pond, Blind Pond (0902-0121) Unassessed SL(C)-32-20-49..P107a,P110 Wolf Pond, Long Pond (0902-0122) Unassessed SL(C)-32-20-82-P126 McDonald Pond (0902-0124) Unassessed SL(C)-32-20-83..P126a,P127 Blue Pond, River Pond (0902-0125) NoKnownImpct

SL(C)-32-20-83..P128,P128a Dry Channel Pond, Otter Pond (0902-0126) Unassessed SL(C)-32-20-83..P129 Windfall Pond (0902-0127) NoKnownImpct SL(C)-32-20-87-P131,-88-P132 Whitney Pond, Cranberry Pond (0902-0128) Unassessed SL(C)-32-20-89-P133 East Pond (0902-0129) NoKnownImpct SL(C)-32-20-91-P136 Bay Pond (0902-0130) Unassessed SL(C)-32-20-93-P139 Cat Pond (0902-0131) Unassessed

West Br.St.Regis, Lower, and minor tribs (0902-0110) No Known Impacts Waterbody Location Information Revised: 04/28/2017

Water Index No: SL(C)-32-20 (portion 1) Water Class: B Hydro Unit Code: West Branch Saint Regis River (0415030602) Drainage Basin: Saint Lawrence River Water Type/Size: River/Stream 56.7 Miles Reg/County: 6/St.Lawrence (45) Description: stream and select tribs, from mouth to Allen Falls Res Water Quality Problem/Issue Information Uses Evaluated Severity Confidence

Water Supply N/A - Public Bathing Unassessed - Recreation Fully Supported Unconfirmed Aquatic Life Threatened Suspected Fish Consumption Fully Supported Unconfirmed

Conditions Evaluated Habitat/Hydrology Unknown Aesthetics Unknown

Type of Pollutant(s) (CAPS indicate Major Pollutants/Sources that contribute to an Impaired/Precluded Uses) Known: --- Suspected: --- Unconfirmed: ---

Source(s) of Pollutant(s) Known: --- Suspected: --- Unconfirmed: ---

Management Information

Management Status: No Action Needed Lead Agency/Office: DOW/BWAM IR/305(b) Code: Water Attaining All Standards (IR Category 1)

Further Details Overview: The lower portion of the West Branch St. Regis River is assessed as threatened due to aquatic life uses that may be threatened by unspecified pollutants. Although uses are currently fully supported, potential pollutants and the health of the biological community should continue to be monitored. Use Assessment: The lower portion of the West Branch St. Regis River is a Class B waterbody, suitable for public bathing, general recreation use and support of aquatic life, but not as a water supply. Aquatic life is considered to be supported with minimal impacts. Biological sampling of the stream show conditions to be in the slightly impacted range, but approaching non-impacted and/or with a community that is most similar to natural conditions. (DEC, DOW, BWAM, April 2017) This sampling can also be used to infer that there are no significant impacts to recreational (fishing) uses, although more specific sampling is necessary to confirm this is the case. Additional (bacteriological) sampling is needed to more fully

evaluate public bathing and other recreational uses. (DEC/DOW, BWAM/SBU, April 2017) There are no health advisories in place limiting the consumption of fish from this waterbody (beyond the general advice for all waters). Fish consumption is considered to be fully supported based on the absence of any waterbody-specific advisory, but is noted as unconfirmed since routine monitoring of contaminants in fish is limited. (NYS DOH Health Advisories and DEC/DOW, BWAM, April 2017) Water Quality Information: A biological (macroinvertebrate) assessment of the lower West Branch St. Regis River in Skinnerville (at McCarthy Rd.) was conducted as part of the RIBS biological assessment effort in 2010 and 2014. Sampling results from the 2010 sample indicated non-impacted conditions and very good water quality. Such samples are dominated by clean-water species and are most similar to a natural community with minimal human impacts. Sampling results from the 2014 sample reflect good water quality. Conditions were in the slightly impacted range but approaching non-impacted and communities were most similar to natural conditions. The macroinvertebrate community shows some beginning signs of alteration, some expected sensitive species are not present and overall macroinvertebrate species richness is somewhat lower than expected, but overall there is still balanced distribution of all expected taxa. Aquatic life is supported but threatened based on the 2014 sample results. (DEC/DOW, BWAM/SBU, April 2017) Source Assessment: Specific sources of pollutants to the waterbody have not been identified. Identification of sources based on biological community composition was inconclusive. Management Actions: No specific management actions have been identified or are deemed necessary for the waterbody. Section 303(d) Listing: The lower portion of the West Branch St. Regis River is not included on the current (2016) NYS Section 303(d) List of Impaired/TMDL Waters. There are no impacts/impairments that would justify the listing of this waterbody. (DEC/DOW, BWAM/WQAS, April 2017) Segment Description: This segment includes the portion of the stream and selected/smaller tribs from the mouth to the Allen Falls Reservoir. The waters of this portion of the stream are Class B from the mouth to the Stockholm–Parichville Town line and Class C for the remainder of the reach. Tribs to this reach/segment are Class C. Trout Brook (–2) and other portions of West Branch St. Regis are is listed separately.

Allen Falls Reservoir (0902-0111) Minor Impacts Waterbody Location Information Revised: 05/01/2017

Water Index No: SL(C)-32-20 (portion 2)/P91a Water Class: C Hydro Unit Code: West Branch Saint Regis River (0415030602) Drainage Basin: Saint Lawrence River Water Type/Size: Lake/Reservoir 101.4 Acres Reg/County: 6/St.Lawrence (45) Description: entire reservoir Water Quality Problem/Issue Information Uses Evaluated Severity Confidence

Water Supply N/A - Public Bathing N/A - Recreation Stressed Known Aquatic Life Fully Supported Unconfirmed Fish Consumption Fully Supported Unconfirmed


Type of Pollutant(s) (CAPS indicate Major Pollutants/Sources that contribute to an Impaired/Precluded Uses) Known: --- Suspected: Nutrients (phosphorus) Unconfirmed: ---

Source(s) of Pollutant(s) Known: --- Suspected: --- Unconfirmed: Unknown Source


Management Status: Verification of Pollutants/Causes Needed Lead Agency/Office: SWCD/WQCC/DEC Reg. 5 IR/305(b) Code: Water Attaining Some Standards (IR Category 2)

Further Details Overview: Allen Falls Reservoir is assessed as having minor impacts due to recreational uses that are known to be stressed by nutrients (phosphorus) from unknown sources. Use Assessment: Allen Falls Reservoir is a Class C waterbody, suitable for general recreation use and support of aquatic life, but not as a water supply or for public bathing. Recreation use is considered to be (supported but) stressed due to elevated nutrients (phosphorus) and poor water clarity. (DEC/DOW, BWAM/LMAS, May 2017) The reservoir is reported to support a warm water fishery, although no specific fishery or biological reports are included in this assessment. There are no health advisories in place limiting the consumption of fish from this waterbody (beyond the general advice for all waters). Fish consumption is considered to be fully supported based on the absence of any waterbody-specific

advisory, but is noted as unconfirmed since routine monitoring of contaminants in fish is limited. (NYS DOH Health Advisories and DEC/DOW, BWAM, May 2017) Water Quality Information: Water quality sampling of Allens Falls Reservoir has been conducted through the NYSDEC Lake Classification and Inventory (LCI) from 2009 to 2010. Results of this sampling indicate the lake is best characterized as mesotrophic, or moderately productive. Chlorophyll/algal levels are below criteria corresponding to stressed recreational uses, while phosphorus concentrations are typically somewhat high. Lake clarity measurements indicate water transparency occasionally fail to meet the recommended minimum criteria for swimming beaches. (DEC/DOW, BWAM/LMAS, May 2017) Source Assessment: Specific sources of pollutants to the waterbody have not been identified. Management Actions: Given the generally low level of impact, local stakeholders (SWCD/WQCC) – with input from Regional DOW staff – would be appropriate to oversee management activity. A range of general best management practices and other recommendations to restore and protect water quality in all lakes is outlined in the NYSDEC manual Diet for a Small Lake (NYSDEC/FOLA, 2009). Section 303(d) Listing: Allen Falls Reservoir is not included on the current (2016) NYS Section 303(d) List of Impaired/TMDL Waters. There are no impacts/impairments that would justify the listing of this waterbody. (DEC/DOW, BWAM/WQAS, May 2017) Segment Description: This segment includes the total area of Allen Falls Reservoir, created by a hydroelectric dam on the West Branch St. Regis River. The reservoir is a Class C waterbody.

West Br.St.Regis, Middle, and tribs (0902-0112) Unassessed Waterbody Location Information Revised: 05/01/2017

Water Index No: SL(C)-32-20 (portion 3) Water Class: B Hydro Unit Code: West Branch Saint Regis River (0415030602) Drainage Basin: Saint Lawrence River Water Type/Size: River/Stream 30.2 Miles Reg/County: 6/St.Lawrence (45) Description: stream and tribs, fr Allen Falls Res to abv Parishville Water Quality Problem/Issue Information Uses Evaluated Severity Confidence

Water Supply N/A - Public Bathing Unassessed - Recreation Unassessed - Aquatic Life Unassessed - Fish Consumption Unassessed -





Management Status: Unassessed Lead Agency/Office: DOW/BWAM IR/305(b) Code: Water with Insufficient Data (IR Category 3)

Further Details Overview: Currently there is inadequate data/information to evaluate uses and determine a water quality assessment for this waterbody. Use Assessment: The middle portion of the West Branch St. Regis River is a Class B waterbody, suitable for public bathing, general recreation use and support of aquatic life, but not as a water supply. Water Quality Information: There is currently no water quality information available upon which to base an assessment. Source Assessment: Specific sources of pollutants to the waterbody have not been identified. Management Actions: No specific management actions have been identified for the waterbody. Baseline sampling to evaluate conditions in this

waterbody segment is needed. Section 303(d) Listing: The middle portion of the West Branch St. Regis River is not included on the current (2016) NYS Section 303(d) List of Impaired/TMDL Waters. There is insufficient information to make a listing decision. (DEC/DOW, BWAM/WQAS, May 2017) Segment Description: This segment includes the portion of the stream and all tribs from the Allen Falls Reservoir to unnamed trib (–14) above Parishville. The waters of this portion of the stream are Class C from the reservoir to the dam in Parishville and Class B for the remainder of the reach. Tribs to this reach/segment, including Barton Brook (–13), are also Class C. Other portions of West Branch St. Regis are listed separately.

West Br.St.Regis, Upper, and minor tribs (0902-0113) Unassessed Waterbody Location Information Revised: 05/01/2017

Water Index No: SL(C)-32-20 (portion 4) Water Class: C(T) Hydro Unit Code: West Branch Saint Regis River (0415030602) Drainage Basin: Saint Lawrence River Water Type/Size: River/Stream 287.5 Miles Reg/County: 6/St.Lawrence (45) Description: stream and tribs, above Parishville Water Quality Problem/Issue Information Uses Evaluated Severity Confidence

Water Supply N/A - Public Bathing N/A - Recreation Unassessed - Aquatic Life Unassessed - Fish Consumption Unassessed -






Further Details Overview: Currently there is inadequate data/information to evaluate uses and determine a water quality assessment for this waterbody. Use Assessment: The upper portion of the West Branch St. Regis River is a Class C waterbody, suitable for general recreation use and support of aquatic life, but not as a water supply or for public bathing. Water Quality Information: There is currently no water quality information available upon which to base an assessment. Source Assessment: Specific sources of pollutants to the waterbody have not been identified. Management Actions: No specific management actions have been identified for the waterbody. Baseline sampling to evaluate conditions in this

waterbody segment is needed. Section 303(d) Listing: The upper portion of the West Branch St. Regis River is not included on the current (2016) NYS Section 303(d) List of Impaired/TMDL Waters. There is insufficient information to make a listing decision. (DEC/DOW, BWAM/WQAS, May 2017) Segment Description: This segment includes the portion of the stream and all tribs above/including unnamed trib (–14) above Parishville. The waters of this portion of the stream are Class C(T). Tribs to this reach/segment, including Santimaw Brook (–15), Fenner Meadow Brook (–26), Mud Pond Outlet (–29), Hogback Brook (–40), Alder Brook/Long Pond Outlet (–49), are Class C(T). Stoney Brook (–30) and other portions of West Branch St. Regis are listed separately.

Trout Brook and tribs (0902-0114) No Known Impacts Waterbody Location Information Revised: 05/01/2017

Water Index No: SL(C)-32-20- 2 Water Class: C(T) Hydro Unit Code: West Branch Saint Regis River (0415030602) Drainage Basin: Saint Lawrence River Water Type/Size: River/Stream 84.8 Miles Reg/County: 6/St.Lawrence (45) Description: entire stream and tribs Water Quality Problem/Issue Information Uses Evaluated Severity Confidence

Water Supply N/A - Public Bathing N/A - Recreation Fully Supported Unconfirmed Aquatic Life Fully Supported Unconfirmed Fish Consumption Fully Supported Unconfirmed





Management Status: Reassessment Needed Lead Agency/Office: DOW/BWAM IR/305(b) Code: Water Attaining All Standards (IR Category 1)

Further Details Overview: Trout Brook and tribs are assessed as having no known impacts; all evaluated uses are considered to be fully supported. However, this assessment is based on older data and sampling to verify conditions is recommended. Use Assessment: Trout Brook and tribs are a Class C waterbodies, suitable for general recreation use and support of aquatic life, but not as a water supply or for public bathing. The waterbody is also designated as a cold water (trout) fishery. Aquatic life was previously found to experience no known impacts, however due to the age of the data (more than 10 years old) additional sampling is needed to verify current impacts/impairment/conditions. (DEC/DOW, BWAM/SBU, May 2017) This sampling can also be used to infer that there are no significant impacts to recreational (fishing) uses, although more specific sampling is necessary to confirm this is the case. (DEC/DOW, BWAM/SBU, May 2017) There are no health advisories in place limiting the consumption of fish from this waterbody (beyond the general advice

for all waters). Fish consumption is considered to be fully supported based on the absence of any waterbody-specific advisory, but is noted as unconfirmed since routine monitoring of contaminants in fish is limited. (NYS DOH Health Advisories and DEC/DOW, BWAM, May 2017) Water Quality Information: A biological (macroinvertebrate) assessment of Trout Brook, at Stockholm (at CR 47) was conducted in 2004 during the RIBS Biological Screening effort in the basin. The sample was collected, retained, subsampled and sorted to major groups of organisms but detailed identification was not performed. The sample was field assessed as meeting screening criteria and water quality was evaluated to be very good. The sorted sample was dominated by aquatic beetles, caddisflies and mayflies. (DEC/DOW, BWAM/SBU, December 2008) Source Assessment: There are no apparent sources of pollutants to the waterbody. Management Actions: No specific management actions have been identified or are deemed necessary for the waterbody. Section 303(d) Listing: Trout Brook is not included on the current (2016) NYS Section 303(d) List of Impaired/TMDL Waters. There [are/appear to be] no impacts/impairments that would justify the listing of this waterbody. (DEC/DOW, BWAM/WQAS, May 2017) Segment Description: This segment includes the entire stream and all tribs. The waters of the stream are Class C(T). Tribs to this reach/segment, including Dan Wright Brook (–7), are Class C(T),C(TS).

Lydia, L.Long, Nellie, Bessie, L.Fish Pd (0902-0004) Minor Impacts Waterbody Location Information Revised: 05/02/2017

Water Index No: SL(C)-32-20..P140 thru P147 Water Class: FP Hydro Unit Code: West Branch Saint Regis River (0415030602) Drainage Basin: Saint Lawrence River Water Type/Size: Lake/Reservoir 117.1 Acres Reg/County: 5/Franklin (17) Description: total area of all lakes Water Quality Problem/Issue Information Uses Evaluated Severity Confidence

Water Supply N/A - Public Bathing Unassessed - Recreation Unassessed - Aquatic Life Impaired Suspected Fish Consumption Unassessed -


Type of Pollutant(s) (CAPS indicate Major Pollutants/Sources that contribute to an Impaired/Precluded Uses) Known: --- Suspected: ACID/BASE (PH) Unconfirmed: ---

Source(s) of Pollutant(s) Known: Suspected: ATMOSPH. DEPOSITION Unconfirmed: ---


Management Status: Verification of Problem Severity Needed Lead Agency/Office: EPA/Reg2 IR/305(b) Code: Impaired Water, TMDL Completed (IR Category 4a)

Further Details Overview: Aquatic life support in Little Long Pond, Douglas Pond, and Kitfox Pond was previously known to be impaired by low pH, a result of atmospheric deposition (acid rain). However, this assessment is based on older data and sampling to verify conditions is recommended. Use Assessment: This waterbody segment is within the NYS Forest Preserve (FP) and therefore not classified, however these waters are protected by Article XIV of the New York State Constitution and designated to “be forever kept as wild.” FP waters are suitable for public bathing, general recreation use and support of aquatic life, but not as a water supply. Aquatic life support in Little Long Pond, Douglas Pond, and Kitfox Pond may be limited due to low pH, a result of atmospheric deposition (acid rain). However available data indicating such impacts within this segment and is more than 30 years old. Water Quality Information: Historical surveys of Little Long Pond, Douglas Pond, and Kitfox Pond indicate that low pH due to acid deposition is limiting the fishery. Monitoring of these ponds by ALSC (1986) revealed a pH <5.0 and very few fish present. Aquatic

life in this segment is considered to be impaired. (DEC/DOW, BWAM, 2008) Monitoring of Lydia Pond, Nellie Pond , Bessie Pond, and Little Fish Pond was also included in the Adirondack Lake Survey Corporation (ALSC) lake monitoring and assessment effort conducted in the mid–1980s (1984–86). Generally these were one–time samples analyzed for variety of parameters, including total phosphorus, pH and water color. These data revealed no indication of impacts to aquatic life support or recreational at the time. Because the data is limited to single samples and collected more than 30 years ago, this assessment is considered to be evaluated, rather than monitored. (DEC, DOW, BWAM/WQAS, January 2009 and ALSC, 1984–86) Source Assessment: The most likely source of low pH to the waterbody is atmospheric deposition. Management Actions: In 2006, NYSDEC established and USEPA approved a TMDL to address acid rain impairment to 143 Adirondack lakes that are located in NYS Forest Preserve lands, including Little Long Pond, Douglas Pond, and Kitfox Pond. Recognizing that the available pH data for many of these lakes is 30 years old, the TMDL outlines a phased/adaptive management approach, that initially relies heavily on monitoring and assessment to determine current conditions, modeling refinements to estimate future conditions, and the implementation of statewide, regional and national efforts to reduce atmospheric loadings causing the impairment. (Impaired Water Restoration Plan/TMDL for Acid Rain Lakes in NYS Forest Preserve, DEC/DOW, BWAM, August 2006) Efforts are underway on a national level to address problems caused by acid rain by reducing pollutant emissions, as required by the Clean Air Act. New York State (and other northeastern states) have taken legal action against USEPA to accelerate implementation of controls. Monitoring of these waters will continue, in order to assess changes in water quality resulting from implementation of the Clean Air Act. However, these changes are expected to occur only slowly over time. Section 303(d) Listing: Little Long, Douglas Pond, and Kitfox Ponds are not included on the current (2016) NYS Section 303(d) List of Impaired/TMDL Waters. Although they are assessed as an impaired water, it is categorized as an IR Category 4a water that is not listed due to completion of a TMDL. Little Long, Douglas Pond, and Kitfox Ponds were delisting in 2006 due to the completion of an Acid Rain TMDL. (DEC/DOW, BWAM, May 2017) Segment Description: This segment includes the total area of Lydia Pond (P140), Little Long Pond (P141), Nellie Pond (P145), Bessie Pond (P146) and Little Fish Pond (P147), as well as smaller Kitfox Pond (P142), Douglas Pond (P148), and unnamed ponds (P143, P144).

Fish Pond, Sky Pond, Mud Pond (0902-0132) Unassessed Waterbody Location Information Revised: 05/02/2017

Water Index No: SL(C)-32-20..P149,P150,P151 Water Class: FP Hydro Unit Code: West Branch Saint Regis River (0415030602) Drainage Basin: Saint Lawrence River Water Type/Size: Lake/Reservoir 134.8 Acres Reg/County: 5/Franklin (17) Description: total area of all three lakes Water Quality Problem/Issue Information Uses Evaluated Severity Confidence



Type of Pollutant(s) (CAPS indicate Major Pollutants/Sources that contribute to an Impaired/Precluded Uses) Known: --- Suspected: Unconfirmed: ---

Source(s) of Pollutant(s) Known: --- Suspected: Unconfirmed: ---



Further Details Overview: Currently there is inadequate data/information to evaluate uses and determine a water quality assessment for this waterbody. Use Assessment: This waterbody segment is within the NYS Forest Preserve (FP) and therefore not classified, however these waters are protected by Article XIV of the New York State Constitution and designated to “be forever kept as wild.” FP waters are suitable for public bathing, general recreation use and support of aquatic life, but not as a water supply. Water Quality Information: There is no current or relevant water quality information available upon which to base an assessment. Monitoring of Fish Pond, Sky Pond, and Mud Pond was included in the Adirondack Lake Survey Corporation (ALSC) lake monitoring and assessment effort conducted in the mid–1980s (1984–86). Generally these were one–time samples analyzed for variety of parameters, including total phosphorus, pH and water color. These data revealed no indication of impacts to aquatic life support or recreational at the time. Because the data is limited to single samples and collected more than 30 years ago, this assessment is considered to be evaluated, rather than monitored. (DEC, DOW, BWAM/WQAS, January 2009

and ALSC, 1984–86) Source Assessment: Specific sources of pollutants to the waterbody have not been identified. Management Actions: No specific management actions have been identified for the waterbody. Sampling to evaluate conditions in this waterbody segment are needed. Section 303(d) Listing: Fish Pond, Sky Pond, and Mud Pond are not included on the current (2016) NYS Section 303(d) List of Impaired/TMDL Waters. There is insufficient information to make a listing decision. (DEC/DOW, BWAM/WQAS, May 2017) Segment Description: This segment includes Fish Pond (P149), Sky Pond (P150) and Mud Pond (P151), as well as the unnamed pond (P152).

Clamshell Pond, Ochre Pond, Grass Pond (0902-0133) Unassessed Waterbody Location Information Revised: 05/01/2017

Water Index No: SL(C)-32-20..P153,P154,P156 Water Class: FP Hydro Unit Code: West Branch Saint Regis River (0415030602) Drainage Basin: Saint Lawrence River Water Type/Size: Lake/Reservoir 81.5 Acres Reg/County: 5/Franklin (17) Description: total area of all three lakes Water Quality Problem/Issue Information Uses Evaluated Severity Confidence







Further Details Overview: Currently there is inadequate data/information to evaluate uses and determine a water quality assessment for these waterbodies. Use Assessment: This waterbody segment is within the NYS Forest Preserve (FP) and therefore not classified, however these waters are protected by Article XIV of the New York State Constitution and designated to “be forever kept as wild.” FP waters are suitable for public bathing, general recreation use and support of aquatic life, but not as a water supply. Water Quality Information: Monitoring of Clamshell Pond, Ochre Pond, and Grass Pond was included in the Adirondack Lake Survey Corporation (ALSC) lake monitoring and assessment effort conducted in the mid–1980s (1984–86). Generally these were one–time samples analyzed for variety of parameters, including total phosphorus, pH and water color. These data revealed no indication of impacts to aquatic life support or recreational at the time. Because the data is limited to single samples and collected more than 30 years ago, this assessment is considered to be evaluated, rather than monitored. (DEC, DOW,

BWAM/WQAS, May 2017 and ALSC, 1984–86) Source Assessment: Specific sources of pollutants to these waterbodies have not been identified. Management Actions: No specific management actions have been identified for the waterbodies. Baseline sampling to evaluate conditions in this waterbody segment is needed. Section 303(d) Listing: Clamshell Pond, Ochre Pond, and Grass Pond are not included on the current (2016) NYS Section 303(d) List of Impaired/TMDL Waters. There is insufficient information to make a listing decision. (DEC/DOW, BWAM/WQAS, May 2017) Segment Description: This segment includes the total area of multiple lakes/ponds, including Clamshell Pond, Ochre Pond, and Grass Pond. Ponds within this segment are Class FP.

Saint Regis, Green, Whipple, S.Otter Pds (0902-0134) Unassessed Waterbody Location Information Revised: 05/01/2017

Water Index No: SL(C)-32-20..P156a,P157,P158,P159 Water Class: FP Hydro Unit Code: West Branch Saint Regis River (0415030602) Drainage Basin: Saint Lawrence River Water Type/Size: Lake/Reservoir 426 Acres Reg/County: 5/Franklin (17) Description: total area of all four lakes Water Quality Problem/Issue Information Uses Evaluated Severity Confidence







Further Details Overview: Currently there is inadequate data/information to evaluate uses and determine a water quality assessment for these waterbodies. Use Assessment: This waterbody segment is within the NYS Forest Preserve (FP) and therefore not classified, however these waters are protected by Article XIV of the New York State Constitution and designated to “be forever kept as wild.” FP waters are suitable for public bathing, general recreation use and support of aquatic life, but not as a water supply. Water Quality Information: Monitoring of Saint Regis Pond, Green Pond, Whipple Pond, and South Otter Pound was included in the Adirondack Lake Survey Corporation (ALSC) lake monitoring and assessment effort conducted in the mid–1980s (1984–86). Generally these were one–time samples analyzed for variety of parameters, including total phosphorus, pH and water color. These data revealed no indication of impacts to aquatic life support or recreational at the time. Because the data is limited to single samples and collected more than 30 years ago, this assessment is considered to be evaluated, rather

than monitored. (DEC, DOW, BWAM/WQAS, May 2017 and ALSC, 1984–86) Source Assessment: Specific sources of pollutants to these waterbodies have not been identified. Management Actions: No specific management actions have been identified for the waterbodies. Baseline sampling to evaluate conditions in this waterbody segment is needed. Section 303(d) Listing: Saint Regis Pond, Green Pond, Whipple Pond, and South Otter Pound are not included on the current (2016) NYS Section 303(d) List of Impaired/TMDL Waters. There is insufficient information to make a listing decision. (DEC/DOW, BWAM/WQAS, May 2017) Segment Description: This segment includes the total area of multiple lakes/ponds, including Saint Regis Pond, Green Pond, Whipple Pond, and South Otter Pond. Ponds within this segment are Class FP.

Alder Meadow Brook and tribs (0902-0115) Unassessed Waterbody Location Information Revised: 05/01/2017

Water Index No: SL(C)-32-20-12 Water Class: C(T) Hydro Unit Code: West Branch Saint Regis River (0415030602) Drainage Basin: Saint Lawrence River Water Type/Size: River/Stream 21.9 Miles Reg/County: 6/St.Lawrence (45) Description: entire stream and tribs Water Quality Problem/Issue Information Uses Evaluated Severity Confidence







Further Details Overview: Currently there is inadequate data/information to evaluate uses and determine a water quality assessment for this waterbody. Use Assessment: This waterbody segment is a Class C(T) waterbody, suitable for general recreation use and support of aquatic life, but not as a water supply or for public bathing. The waterbody is also designated as a cold water (trout) fishery. Water Quality Information: There is currently no water quality information available upon which to base an assessment. Source Assessment: Specific sources of pollutants to the waterbody have not been identified. Management Actions: No specific management actions have been identified for the waterbody. Baseline sampling to evaluate conditions in this

waterbody segment is needed. Section 303(d) Listing: Alder Meadow Brook and tribs are not included on the current (2016) NYS Section 303(d) List of Impaired/TMDL Waters. There is insufficient information to make a listing decision. (DEC/DOW, BWAM/WQAS, May 2017) Segment Description: This segment includes the entire stream and all tribs. The waters of the stream are Class C(T). Tribs to this reach/segment are Class C,C(TS).

Mud Pond (0902-0116) Unassessed Waterbody Location Information Revised: 05/01/2017

Water Index No: SL(C)-32-20-29-P92 Water Class: C(T) Hydro Unit Code: West Branch Saint Regis River (0415030602) Drainage Basin: Saint Lawrence River Water Type/Size: Lake/Reservoir 15.5 Acres Reg/County: 6/St.Lawrence (45) Description: entire lake Water Quality Problem/Issue Information Uses Evaluated Severity Confidence








waterbody segment is needed. Section 303(d) Listing: Mud Pond is not included on the current (2016) NYS Section 303(d) List of Impaired/TMDL Waters. There is insufficient information to make a listing decision. (DEC/DOW, BWAM/WQAS, May 2017) Segment Description: This segment includes the total area of Mud Pond. The pond is a Class C(T) waterbody.

Stoney Brook and tribs (0902-0117) Unassessed Waterbody Location Information Revised: 05/02/2017

Water Index No: SL(C)-32-20-30 Water Class: C(T) Hydro Unit Code: West Branch Saint Regis River (0415030602) Drainage Basin: Saint Lawrence River Water Type/Size: River/Stream 63.4 Miles Reg/County: 6/St.Lawrence (45) Description: entire stream and tribs Water Quality Problem/Issue Information Uses Evaluated Severity Confidence








waterbody segment is needed. Section 303(d) Listing: Stoney Brook and tribs are not included on the current (2016) NYS Section 303(d) List of Impaired/TMDL Waters. There is insufficient information to make a listing decision. (DEC/DOW, BWAM/WQAS, May 2017) Segment Description: This segment includes the entire stream and all tribs. The waters of the stream are Class C(T). Tribs to this reach/segment, including Randle Meadow Brook (–4) and Balsam Brook (–10), are also Class C,C(TS).

McCavanaugh Pond (0902-0119) Unassessed Waterbody Location Information Revised: 05/02/2017

Water Index No: SL(C)-32-20-30..P98 Water Class: C Hydro Unit Code: West Branch Saint Regis River (0415030602) Drainage Basin: Saint Lawrence River Water Type/Size: Lake/Reservoir 28 Acres Reg/County: 6/St.Lawrence (45) Description: entire lake Water Quality Problem/Issue Information Uses Evaluated Severity Confidence







Further Details Overview: Currently there is inadequate data/information to evaluate uses and determine a water quality assessment for this waterbody. Use Assessment: This waterbody segment is a Class C waterbody, suitable for general recreation use and support of aquatic life, but not as a water supply or for public bathing. Water Quality Information: There is currently no water quality information available upon which to base an assessment. Source Assessment: Specific sources of pollutants to the waterbody have not been identified. Management Actions: No specific management actions have been identified for the waterbody. Baseline sampling to evaluate conditions in this

waterbody segment is needed. Section 303(d) Listing: McCavanaugh Pond is not included on the current (2016) NYS Section 303(d) List of Impaired/TMDL Waters. There is insufficient information to make a listing decision. (DEC/DOW, BWAM/WQAS, May 2017) Segment Description: This segment includes the total area of McCavanaugh Pond. The pond is a Class C waterbody.

Train Pond, Weller Pond (0902-0118) Unassessed Waterbody Location Information Revised: 05/02/2017

Water Index No: SL(C)-32-20-30-14-P96,P97 Water Class: C Hydro Unit Code: West Branch Saint Regis River (0415030602) Drainage Basin: Saint Lawrence River Water Type/Size: Lake/Reservoir 84.3 Acres Reg/County: 6/St.Lawrence (45) Description: total area of both lakes Water Quality Problem/Issue Information Uses Evaluated Severity Confidence







Further Details Overview: Currently there is inadequate data/information to evaluate uses and determine a water quality assessment for this waterbody. Use Assessment: This waterbody segment is a Class C waterbody, suitable for general recreation use and support of aquatic life, but not as a water supply or for public bathing. Water Quality Information: Monitoring of Train Pond and Weller Pond was included in the Adirondack Lake Survey Corporation (ALSC) lake monitoring and assessment effort conducted in the mid–1980s (1984–86). Generally these were one–time samples analyzed for variety of parameters, including total phosphorus, pH and water color. These data revealed no indication of impacts to aquatic life support or recreational at the time. Because the data is limited to single samples and collected more than 30 years ago, this assessment is considered to be evaluated, rather than monitored. (DEC, DOW, BWAM/WQAS, May 2017 and ALSC, 1984–86)

Source Assessment: Specific sources of pollutants to the waterbody have not been identified. Management Actions: No specific management actions have been identified for the waterbody. Baseline sampling to evaluate conditions in this waterbody segment is needed. Section 303(d) Listing: Train Pond and Weller Pond are not included on the current (2016) NYS Section 303(d) List of Impaired/TMDL Waters. There is insufficient information to make a listing decision. (DEC/DOW, BWAM/WQAS, May 2017) Segment Description: This segment includes the total area of Train Pond and Weller Pond. The ponds are Class C waterbodies.

Lower, Upper Twin Ponds, more (0902-0045) Minor Impacts Waterbody Location Information Revised: 05/05/2017

Water Index No: SL(C)-32-20-41-P101,P102 Water Class: C Hydro Unit Code: West Branch Saint Regis River (0415030602) Drainage Basin: Saint Lawrence River Water Type/Size: Lake/Reservoir 0.7 Acres Reg/County: 6/St.Lawrence (45) Description: total area of both lakes Water Quality Problem/Issue Information Uses Evaluated Severity Confidence

Water Supply Unassessed - Public Bathing Unassessed - Recreation Unassessed - Aquatic Life Impaired Suspect Fish Consumption Unassessed -


Type of Pollutant(s) (CAPS indicate Major Pollutants/Sources that contribute to an Impaired/Precluded Uses) Known: Suspected: ACID/BASE (PH) Unconfirmed: ---

Source(s) of Pollutant(s) Known: Suspected: ATMOSPH. DEPOSITION Unconfirmed: ---


Management Status: Verification of Problem Severity Needed Lead Agency/Office: EPA/Reg2 IR/305(b) Code: Impaired Water Requiring a TMDL (IR Category 5)

Further Details Overview: Aquatic life support in Upper and Lower Twin Ponds and Egg Pond was previously known to be impaired by low pH, a result of atmospheric deposition (acid rain). However, this assessment is based on older data and sampling to verify conditions is recommended. Use Assessment: This waterbody segment is a Class C waterbody, suitable for general recreation use and support of aquatic life, but not as a water supply or for public bathing. Water Quality Information: Historical surveys of these waters indicate that low pH due to acid deposition is limiting the fishery. Monitoring by ALSC (1986) revealed a pH <5.0 and no presence of fish in Lower Twin Pond. Upper Twin Pond and Egg pond also had low pH but did seem to support some fish. Aquatic life in this segment is considered to be impaired, but the data is limited to single samples collected more than 30 years ago. (DEC/DOW, BWAM, 2008)

Source Assessment: The most likely source of low pH to the waterbody is atmospheric deposition. Management Actions: Efforts are underway on a national level to address problems caused by acid rain by reducing pollutant emissions, as required by the Clean Air Act. New York State (and other northeastern states) have taken legal action against USEPA to accelerate implementation of controls. Monitoring of these waters will continue, in order to assess changes in water quality resulting from implementation of the Clean Air Act. However, these changes are expected to occur only slowly over time. Section 303(d) Listing: Lower and Upper Twin Ponds are included on the current (2016) NYS Section 303(d) List of Impaired/TMDL Waters. The waterbody is included on Part 2a of the List as an impaired waterbody requiring a TMDL for atmospheric deposition/acid rain. This waterbody was first listed on the 1998 List. (DEC/DOW, BWAM/WQAS, May 2017) Segment Description: This segment includes the total area of Lower and Upper Twin Ponds (P101, P102), as well as a smaller Egg Pond (P100). Waters of these ponds are Class C(T), or D.

Arquett Pond, Blind Pond (0902-0121) Unassessed Waterbody Location Information Revised: 05/02/2017

Water Index No: SL(C)-32-20-49..P103a,P104 Water Class: C(T) Hydro Unit Code: West Branch Saint Regis River (0415030602) Drainage Basin: Saint Lawrence River Water Type/Size: Lake/Reservoir 20.8 Acres Reg/County: 6/St.Lawrence (45) Description: total area of both akes Water Quality Problem/Issue Information Uses Evaluated Severity Confidence







Further Details Overview: Currently there is inadequate data/information to evaluate uses and determine a water quality assessment for this waterbody. Use Assessment: This waterbody segment is a Class C waterbody, suitable for general recreation use and support of aquatic life, but not as a water supply or for public bathing. The waterbody is also designated as a cold water (trout) fishery. Water Quality Information: Monitoring of Arquett Pond and Blind Pond was included in the Adirondack Lake Survey Corporation (ALSC) lake monitoring and assessment effort conducted in the mid–1980s (1984–86). Generally these were one–time samples analyzed for variety of parameters, including total phosphorus, pH and water color. These data revealed no indication of impacts to aquatic life support or recreational at the time. Because the data is limited to single samples and collected more than 30 years ago, this assessment is considered to be evaluated, rather than monitored. (DEC, DOW, BWAM/WQAS, May 2017 and ALSC, 1984–86)

Source Assessment: Specific sources of pollutants to the waterbody have not been identified. Management Actions: No specific management actions have been identified for the waterbody. Baseline sampling to evaluate conditions in this waterbody segment is needed. Section 303(d) Listing: Arquett Pond and Blind Pond are not included on the current (2016) NYS Section 303(d) List of Impaired/TMDL Waters. There is insufficient information to make a listing decision. (DEC/DOW, BWAM/WQAS, May 2017) Segment Description: This segment includes the total area of Arquett Pond and Blind Pond. The ponds are Class C waterbodies.

Wolf Pond, Long Pond (0902-0122) Unassessed Waterbody Location Information Revised: 05/02/2017

Water Index No: SL(C)-32-20-49..P107a,P110 Water Class: C Hydro Unit Code: West Branch Saint Regis River (0415030602) Drainage Basin: Saint Lawrence River Water Type/Size: Lake/Reservoir 37.9 Acres Reg/County: 5/Franklin (17) Description: total area of both lakes Water Quality Problem/Issue Information Uses Evaluated Severity Confidence







Further Details Overview: Currently there is inadequate data/information to evaluate uses and determine a water quality assessment for this waterbody. Use Assessment: This waterbody segment is a Class C waterbody, suitable for general recreation use and support of aquatic life, but not as a water supply or for public bathing. Water Quality Information: There is currently no water quality information available upon which to base an assessment. Source Assessment: Specific sources of pollutants to the waterbody have not been identified. Management Actions: No specific management actions have been identified for the waterbody. Baseline sampling to evaluate conditions in this

waterbody segment is needed. Section 303(d) Listing: Wolf Pond and Long Pond are not included on the current (2016) NYS Section 303(d) List of Impaired/TMDL Waters. There is insufficient information to make a listing decision. (DEC/DOW, BWAM/WQAS, May 2017) Segment Description: This segment includes the total area of Wolf Pond and Long Pond. The ponds are Class C waterbodies.

McDonald Pond (0902-0124) Unassessed Waterbody Location Information Revised: 05/02/2017

Water Index No: SL(C)-32-20-82-P126 Water Class: C(T) Hydro Unit Code: West Branch Saint Regis River (0415030602) Drainage Basin: Saint Lawrence River Water Type/Size: Lake/Reservoir 76.6 Acres Reg/County: 5/Franklin (17) Description: enire lake Water Quality Problem/Issue Information Uses Evaluated Severity Confidence








waterbody segment is needed. Section 303(d) Listing: McDonald Pond is not included on the current (2016) NYS Section 303(d) List of Impaired/TMDL Waters. There is insufficient information to make a listing decision. (DEC/DOW, BWAM/WQAS, May 2017) Segment Description: This segment includes the total area of McDonald Pond. The pond is a Class C(T) waterbody.

Blue Pond, River Pond (0902-0125) Unassessed Waterbody Location Information Revised: 05/02/2017

Water Index No: SL(C)-32-20-83..P126a,P127 Water Class: C(T) Hydro Unit Code: West Branch Saint Regis River (0415030602) Drainage Basin: Saint Lawrence River Water Type/Size: Lake/Reservoir 40.1 Acres Reg/County: 5/Franklin (17) Description: total area of both lakes Water Quality Problem/Issue Information Uses Evaluated Severity Confidence






Management Status: Reassessment Needed Lead Agency/Office: DOW/BWAM IR/305(b) Code: Water with Insufficient Data (IR Category 3)

Further Details Overview: Currently there is inadequate data/information to evaluate uses and determine a water quality assessment for this waterbody. Use Assessment: This waterbody segment is a Class C(T) waterbody, suitable for general recreation use and support of aquatic life, but not as a water supply or for public bathing. The waterbody is also designated as a cold water (trout) fishery. Water Quality Information: There is no current or relevant water quality information available upon which to base an assessment. Monitoring of Blue and River Ponds was included in the Adirondack Lake Survey Corporation (ALSC) lake monitoring and assessment effort conducted in the mid–1980s (1984–86). Generally these were one–time samples analyzed for variety of parameters, including total phosphorus, pH and water color. These data revealed no indication of impacts to aquatic life support or recreational at the time. Because the data is limited to single samples and collected more than 30 years ago, this assessment is considered to be evaluated, rather than monitored. (DEC, DOW, BWAM/WQAS, January 2009 and ALSC, 1984–86)

Source Assessment: Specific sources of pollutants to the waterbody have not been identified. Management Actions: No specific management actions have been identified for the waterbody. Sampling to evaluate conditions in this waterbody segment are needed. Section 303(d) Listing: Blue Pond and River Pond are not included on the current (2016) NYS Section 303(d) List of Impaired/TMDL Waters. There is insufficient information to make a listing decision. (DEC/DOW, BWAM/WQAS, May 2017) Segment Description: This segment includes the total area of Blue Pond and River Pond. The ponds are Class C(T) waterbodies.

Dry Channel Pond, Otter Pond (0902-0126) Unassessed Waterbody Location Information Revised: 05/02/2017

Water Index No: SL(C)-32-20-83..P128,P128a Water Class: C(T) Hydro Unit Code: West Branch Saint Regis River (0415030602) Drainage Basin: Saint Lawrence River Water Type/Size: Lake/Reservoir 80.1 Acres Reg/County: 5/Franklin (17) Description: total area of both lakes Water Quality Problem/Issue Information Uses Evaluated Severity Confidence







Further Details Overview: Currently there is inadequate data/information to evaluate uses and determine a water quality assessment for this waterbody. Use Assessment: This waterbody segment is a Class C(T) waterbody, suitable for general recreation use and support of aquatic life, but not as a water supply or for public bathing. The waterbody is also designated as a cold water (trout) fishery. Water Quality Information: Monitoring of Dry Channel Pond and Otter Pond was included in the Adirondack Lake Survey Corporation (ALSC) lake monitoring and assessment effort conducted in the mid–1980s (1984–86). Generally these were one–time samples analyzed for variety of parameters, including total phosphorus, pH and water color. These data revealed no indication of impacts to aquatic life support or recreational at the time. Because the data is limited to single samples and collected more than 30 years ago, this assessment is considered to be evaluated, rather than monitored. (DEC, DOW, BWAM/WQAS, May 2017 and ALSC, 1984–86)

Source Assessment: Specific sources of pollutants to the waterbody have not been identified. Management Actions: No specific management actions have been identified for the waterbody. Baseline sampling to evaluate conditions in this waterbody segment is needed. Section 303(d) Listing: Dry Channel Pond and Otter Pond are not included on the current (2016) NYS Section 303(d) List of Impaired/TMDL Waters. There is insufficient information to make a listing decision. (DEC/DOW, BWAM/WQAS, May 2017) Segment Description: This segment includes the total area of Dry Channel Pond and Otter Pond. The ponds are Class C(T) waterbodies.

Windfall Pond (0902-0127) Unassessed Waterbody Location Information Revised: 1/23/2009

Water Index No: SL(C)-32-20-83..P129 Water Class: C(T) Hydro Unit Code: West Branch Saint Regis River (0415030602) Drainage Basin: Saint Lawrence River Water Type/Size: Lake/Reservoir 104 Acres Reg/County: 5/Franklin (17) Description: entire lake Water Quality Problem/Issue Information Uses Evaluated Severity Confidence






Management Status: Reassessment Needed Lead Agency/Office: DOW/BWAM IR/305(b) Code: Water with Insufficient Data (IR Category 3)

Further Details Overview: Currently there is inadequate data/information to evaluate uses and determine a water quality assessment for this waterbody. Use Assessment: This waterbody segment is a Class C(T) waterbody, suitable for general recreation use and support of aquatic life, but not as a water supply or for public bathing. The waterbody is also designated as a cold water (trout) fishery. Water Quality Information: Monitoring of Windfall Pond was included in the Adirondack Lake Survey Corporation (ALSC) lake monitoring and assessment effort conducted in the mid–1980s (1984–86). Generally these were one–time samples analyzed for variety of parameters, including total phosphorus, pH and water color. These data revealed no indication of impacts to aquatic life support or recreational at the time. Because the data is limited to single samples and collected more than 30 years ago, this assessment is considered to be evaluated, rather than monitored. (DEC, DOW, BWAM/WQAS, January 2009 and ALSC, 1984–86)

Source Assessment: Specific sources of pollutants to the waterbody have not been identified. Management Actions: No specific management actions have been identified for the waterbody. Sampling to evaluate conditions in this waterbody segment are needed. Section 303(d) Listing: The Windfall Pond is not included on the current (2016) NYS Section 303(d) List of Impaired/TMDL Waters. There is insufficient information to make a listing decision. (DEC/DOW, BWAM/WQAS, May 2017) Segment Description: This segment includes the total area of the Windfall Pond. The waters of the lake are Class C(T).

Whitney Pond, Cranberry Pond (0902-0128) Unassessed Waterbody Location Information Revised: 05/02/2017

Water Index No: SL(C)-32-20-87-P131,-88-P132 Water Class: C(T) Hydro Unit Code: West Branch Saint Regis River (0415030602) Drainage Basin: Saint Lawrence River Water Type/Size: Lake/Reservoir 57.3 Acres Reg/County: 5/Franklin (17) Description: total area of both lakes Water Quality Problem/Issue Information Uses Evaluated Severity Confidence







Further Details Overview: Currently there is inadequate data/information to evaluate uses and determine a water quality assessment for this waterbody. Use Assessment: This waterbody segment is a Class C(T) waterbody, suitable for general recreation use and support of aquatic life, but not as a water supply or for public bathing. The waterbody is also designated as a cold water (trout) fishery. Water Quality Information: Monitoring of Whitney Pond was included in the Adirondack Lake Survey Corporation (ALSC) lake monitoring and assessment effort conducted in the mid–1980s (1984–86). Generally these were one–time samples analyzed for variety of parameters, including total phosphorus, pH and water color. These data revealed no indication of impacts to aquatic life support or recreational at the time. Because the data is limited to single samples and collected more than 30 years ago, this assessment is considered to be evaluated, rather than monitored. (DEC, DOW, BWAM/WQAS, May 2017 and ALSC, 1984–86)

Source Assessment: Specific sources of pollutants to the waterbody have not been identified. Management Actions: No specific management actions have been identified for the waterbody. Baseline sampling to evaluate conditions in this waterbody segment is needed. Section 303(d) Listing: Whitney Pond and Cranberry Pond are not included on the current (2016) NYS Section 303(d) List of Impaired/TMDL Waters. There is insufficient information to make a listing decision. (DEC/DOW, BWAM/WQAS, May 2017) Segment Description: This segment includes the total area of Whitney Pond and Cranberry Pond. The ponds are Class C(T) waterbodies.

East Pond (0902-0129) Unassessed Waterbody Location Information Revised: 05/02/2017

Water Index No: SL(C)-32-20-89-P133 Water Class: C(T) Hydro Unit Code: West Branch Saint Regis River (0415030602) Drainage Basin: Saint Lawrence River Water Type/Size: Lake/Reservoir 71.1 Acres Reg/County: 5/Franklin (17) Description: entire lake Water Quality Problem/Issue Information Uses Evaluated Severity Confidence







Further Details Overview: Currently there is inadequate data/information to evaluate uses and determine a water quality assessment for this waterbody. Use Assessment: This waterbody segment is a Class C(T) waterbody, suitable for general recreation use and support of aquatic life, but not as a water supply or for public bathing. The waterbody is also designated as a cold water (trout) fishery. Water Quality Information: There is no current or relevant water quality information available upon which to base an assessment. Monitoring of East Pond was included in the Adirondack Lake Survey Corporation (ALSC) lake monitoring and assessment effort conducted in the mid–1980s (1984–86). Generally these were one–time samples analyzed for variety of parameters, including total phosphorus, pH and water color. These data revealed no indication of impacts to aquatic life support or recreational at the time. Because the data is limited to single samples and collected more than 30 years ago, this assessment is considered to be evaluated, rather than monitored. (DEC, DOW, BWAM/WQAS, January 2009 and ALSC, 1984–86)

Source Assessment: Specific sources of pollutants to the waterbody have not been identified. Management Actions: No specific management actions have been identified for the waterbody. Sampling to evaluate conditions in this waterbody segment are needed. Section 303(d) Listing: East Pond is not included on the current (2016) NYS Section 303(d) List of Impaired/TMDL Waters. There is insufficient information to make a listing decision. (DEC/DOW, BWAM/WQAS, April 2017) Segment Description: This segment includes the total area of East Pond. The waters of the lake are Class C(T).

Bay Pond (0902-0130) Unassessed Waterbody Location Information Revised: 05/02/2017









waterbody segment is needed. Section 303(d) Listing: Bay Pond is not included on the current (2016) NYS Section 303(d) List of Impaired/TMDL Waters. There is insufficient information to make a listing decision. (DEC/DOW, BWAM/WQAS, May 2017) Segment Description: This segment includes the total area of Bay Pond. The pond is a Class C(T) waterbody.

Cat Pond (0902-0131) Unassessed Waterbody Location Information Revised: 05/02/2017









waterbody segment is needed. Section 303(d) Listing: Cat Pond is not included on the current (2016) NYS Section 303(d) List of Impaired/TMDL Waters. There is insufficient information to make a listing decision. (DEC/DOW, BWAM/WQAS, May 2017) Segment Description: This segment includes the total area of Cat Pond. The pond is a Class C(T) waterbody.

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