A 92-acre industrial-era reservoir built in 1882 to power the Wickwire-Spencer wire mills, now ringed mostly by private shorefront homes, with a small public gravel launch and shore access near the dam.
What to expect
Dogs
A dog on any public property in Spencer, recreation areas and school grounds included, must be properly restrained: with its owner in full control, or held firmly on a leash of no more than six feet. That's the town-wide default; watch…
Common questions
Is there an entry fee at Sugden Reservoir Dam?
No, entry is free.
Can I bring my dog to Sugden Reservoir Dam?
A dog on any public property in Spencer, recreation areas and school grounds included, must be properly restrained: with its owner in full control, or held firmly on a leash of no more than six feet. That's the town-wide default; watch for posted signs here.