Castlerock Ponds

Castlerock has two ponds. The main pond, located off of Castlerock Rd., is approximately .4 miles in circumference, and is surrounded by a paved walkway, perfect for a leisurely stroll.

Fishing

Both ponds are stocked with fish. Fishing is permitted, but please don't plan on catching your dinner: the pond contains runoff, making the fish unsafe for consumption.

Pond Maintenance
Castlerock employs a company to do routine maintenance on both ponds. The ponds have aerators which run on timers, at different times depending on the oxygen quality of the water. Aeration is key in the summer months to keep dissolved oxygen available for fish with warm temperatures. In the winter, aeration keeps oxygen levels up so harmful gases do not get trapped below the ice.

Waterfowl

Please do not feed the geese and other waterfowl at the pond. It has negative ecological, environmental, and social consequences. Feeding can result in large concentrations of birds, aggressive behavior from the geese, delayed migrations, spread of disease, and reduced water quality, among other issues. 

New Retaining Wall

Construction on the new retaining wall and removal of the rotted and fallen railroad ties around the main pond is complete. This big project provides a long term solution regarding the deteriorated timbers of the retaining wall along the lake. Thank you to those on our Timber Project Committee for your time and efforts- as well as the homeowners that back up to the wall for your support and patience.