Upton is using the same herbicide that was used successfully in Lake Maspenock.

Pratt Pond, Taft Pond, and Lake Wildwood will be treated with herbicide on June 9 to manage aquatic plant growth. The products Tribune (diquat) and/or Propellor (flumioxazin) will be used. The following restrictions apply to water use: No livestock watering for 1 day; no direct drinking for 3 days; and no irrigation use for 5 days. There is no restriction on swimming, boating, or fishing. 

Questions? Contact the Upton Department of Public Works at 508-529-3067, or the Pond and Lake Connection, the firm doing the work, at 203-885-0184.