Balch Lake
Balch Lake
Town(s): Wakefield NH
Size:
704 acres
Average Depth: 10 feet
Maximum Depth: 46 feet
Boating Allowed:
Kayaks, Canoes, Sail Boats, Electric Motor Boats, Power Boats, Jet-skis, State & Local Rules & Regulations Apply
Swimming:
Unknown
Balch Lake is a 704 acre artificial lake on the border of Maine and New Hampshire that borders the Maine towns of Acton, Newfield and Shapleigh while also bordering the New Hampshire town of Wakefield. The dam that created the lake was completed in 1900 and it is a mixture of concrete and earthen construction. The surface area of Balch Pond/Lake is 1.1 square miles and extends into New Hampshire where it is known as Stump Pond.
Vegetation Growth: Unknown
Non-native Species:
Boat Access: Unknown
Ramp Comments: ACCESS: Trailer boat launch - fee.
Parking Spaces: Unknown
Directions: Directions: Rte 153, East Wakefield.
Shoreline Development: Unknown
