Pocksha Pond is a lake/reservoir/pond within the towns of Lakeville and Middleboro, in southeastern Massachusetts. It shares its waters with Great Quittacas Pond and openly connected with Assawompset Pond.[1] These lakes provides a source of drinking water to the city of New Bedford, the largest city in southeastern Massachusetts.
Pocksha Pond | |
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![]() Map of Pocksha Pond | |
Location | Lakeville and Middleboro, Massachusetts |
Coordinates | 41°49′40″N 70°53′40″W / 41.82778°N 70.89444°W |
Type | reservoir |
Basin countries | United States |
Surface area | 230 acres (93 ha) |
Wildlife
There have been bald eagle nests around the lake, and there have been beaver and otter sightings.In June 2011, an American black bear was seen swimming across the lake.