.: IMPORTANT INFORMATION The Dam will be opened to lower the Lake to winter level starting on September 7, 2010. All boats will need to come out. This action is needed in order to make repairs on the Dam. .: More About the Watchic Lake Dam The dam is a concrete and earthen structure 110’ long, built in 1850. The dam is basically the same today as it was then, except for maintenance, repairs, and gate replacement. The dam was built to hold the water level approximately 1 and 1/2 feet higher than we do today; therefore the spillway is too high to provide for self regulation during the summer months. .: Watchic Lake Association: The Watchic Lake Association mission: To protect and improve the ecosystem of the Watchic Lake watershed. The Watchic Lake Association vision: To be recognized as a leader in proactive Lake Association oversight and execution. Join the Association: Membership Forms .: Lakes Environmental Association The Lakes Environmental Association's mission is to preserve and restore the high water quality and the traditional character of Maine's lakes, watersheds and related natural resources. Read More .: State Biologists Confirm Hydrilla Infestation in Damariscotta Lake Keen eyes may save Damariscotta Lake from the most aggressive invasive aquatic plant in North America--hydrilla (hydrilla verticillata). Read More Posted: 03/31/2010 .: Car Decals Have you seen the Watchic Lake Association car decals? To order yours, please send a request with $3.00 for each decal to Julie Butler at the address below. Please make checks payable to: ulie Butler Faculty, St. George’s School PO Box 1910 Newport, RI 02840 Web site contents © Copyright Watchic Lake Association 2010, All rights reserved.