Pocksha Pond

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
Map of Pocksha Pond
Location	Lakeville and Middleboro, Massachusetts
Coordinates	41°49′40″N 70°53′40″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.

References

1. USGS quad map