[5] Although natural in origin, the surface elevation of the lake has been raised by a small concrete and masonry dam.

The survey found aquatic vegetation to be relatively sparse, with only localized growths of emergent and submergent species along the shorelines and shallows of the lake.

Aquatic species observed include Robbins pondweed (Potamogeton robbinsii), coontail (Ceratophyllum demersum), white-water lily (Nymphaea odorata), narrow-leaved arrowhead (Sagittaria graminea), yellow-pond lily (Nuphar variegatum), spike rush (Eleocharis sp.

The lyrics describe founding band member and principal songwriter Elijah Blue Allman's experiences there during his university years.

[citation needed] The Connecticut Public Schools Rowing Association hosts the youth rowing state championship here every year in May as well, with towns such as Glastonbury, East Lyme, Guilford, Stonington, Lyme-Old Lyme, and Lewis Mills participating.