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General info

Dam Pond is a lake located in Barnstable County, Massachusetts, United States. It is most popular for fishing Scup.

Location

41°38′11.6″N 70°24′5.7″W
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Fishing regulations at Dam Pond, MA

Disclaimer: Always check local fishing regulations, water access rights and land ownership before fishing, regardless of any catches logged in that area by the Fishbrain community. Fishbrain has mapped millions of acres of government-owned land across the USA to help you identify potential fishing access, but you are responsible for ensuring compliance with all legal requirements.

Fishing regulations in Massachusetts can change throughout the year. Make sure to check this page before fishing for the most up to date rules and regulations for the current season. Local regulations govern when you can fish, the max size of the fish you can keep, how many fish you can keep, and more.

Regulations for top species

Season open: May 1 - December 31
Scup

Scup

Regulation boundaryMassachusetts State Waters
Bag limit30

The maximum number of individual fish legally harvested per harvester per day. Bag limits are only for properly licensed anglers actively harvesting the species. People who are not actively harvesting or are not properly licensed (if a license is required) may NOT be counted for the purpose of bag limits.

Min size9.5" (Total Length)

No person shall harvest any individual fish less than the minimum size limit.

Total length means the straight line distance from the most forward point of the head with the mouth closed, to the farthest tip of the tail with the tail compressed or squeezed, while the fish is lying on its side.

Vessel limit150

The maximum number of individual fish legally possessed aboard any vessel.

Additional information
Shore Angler: May 1 – December 31 possession Limit = 30 scup per person, Minimum size = 9.5-inches total lengthPrivate: May 1 – December 31 possession Limit = 30 scup per person, Minimum size = 11-inches total lengthFor-hire Vessel: May 1–June 30 possession Limit = 40 scup per person, Minimum size = 11-inches total lengthFor-hire Vessel: July 1 – December 31 possession Limit = 30 scup per person, Minimum size = 11-inches total length
Edibility
Very good
Synonyms
Stenotomus chrysops
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Cities nearby

Barnstable

3.3 miles away

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Mashpee

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Popponesset

5.4 miles away

New Seabury

6.2 miles away

Seabrook

6.2 miles away

Forestdale

6.4 miles away

Sandwich

6.9 miles away

Monomoscoy Island

6.9 miles away

East Sandwich

7.1 miles away

Seconsett Island

7.5 miles away

West Yarmouth

7.9 miles away

East Falmouth

9.2 miles away

Yarmouth

9.5 miles away

Yarmouth Port

10.5 miles away

South Yarmouth

10.6 miles away

Bourne

11.1 miles away

Sagamore

12.3 miles away

West Dennis

12.4 miles away

Dennis

13.2 miles away

South Dennis

13.6 miles away

Dennis Port

13.9 miles away

East Dennis

14.4 miles away

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FAQ about Dam Pond fishing

📍 Where is Dam Pond located?
Dam Pond is a lake located in Barnstable County, Massachusetts, United States. Its coordinates are:
41°38′11.6″N 70°24′5.7″W
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🎣 Where on Dam Pond is it best to fish?
Find the best fishing spots on Dam Pond by looking at where other anglers have caught fish. This can easily be done in the where it is also possible to see big fish potential and how good fishing is right now along with Garmin® depth maps.
🐟 What species are in Dam Pond?
The most common species in Dam Pond are:
  • Scup - 1 members reported to have caught this fish
📢 What are the latest Dam Pond fishing reports?
The latest Dam Pond fishing reports are:
🗓️ What species are in season at Dam Pond right now?
According to fishing regulations at Dam Pond, some of the species in season this November include: Tautog, Atlantic bluefin tuna, Scup, Winter flounder, and Atlantic rainbow smelt. For full details on other species — including bag limits, minimum and maximum size limits, and seasonal closures — download the .
🪪 Do I need a fishing license to fish at Dam Pond?

Fishing in Massachusetts requires a valid state fishing license for anglers. Licenses include resident and non-resident, annual and short-term options, available online or at licensed agents.

In Massachusetts, no fishing license is required for anglers under 15 or residents 65 and older. A few other exceptions worth knowing:

  • Free fishing days — most states designate 1–2 weekends a year where anyone can fish without a license

  • Tribal waters — tribal members fishing on tribal land operate under separate tribal regulations

  • Private ponds — landowners fishing their own water typically don't need a license

Non-residents usually pay more for a license than residents. Some species also require an extra stamp or endorsement on top of your base license.

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