Rice City Pond - Blackstone Canal Historic District - Uxbridge MA
Posted by: Groundspeak Premium Member nomadwillie
N 42° 05.945 W 071° 37.364
19T E 283120 N 4664107
Rice City Pond was formed as the result of building the dam just north of the stone arch bridge.
Waymark Code: WMPBZC
Location: Massachusetts, United States
Date Posted: 08/06/2015
Published By:Groundspeak Premium Member QuesterMark
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The construction of the dam (U-85) resulted in the creation of Rice City Pond. The dam was built in 1865 creating a large holding pond in the Blackstone River and flooded the canal upstream for nearly 100 years. The canal and towpath was visible however the water level has risen to cover them in this section. Rice City Pond likely derives its name from the Rist family, a canal-era property owner. This is the last landmark in Uxbridge as the canal crosses into Northbridge.
Name of Historic District (as listed on the NRHP): Blackstone Canal Historic District

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Address:
Hartford Ave, Uxbridge MA

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