Springfield's Bass Pond Closed for Swimming Due to Bacteria

Springfield's Bass Pond closed for swimming due to bacteria

SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) - Bass Pond and the Paddle Club in Springfield are temporarily closed to swimming due to high bacteria. The City of Springfield issued a notice on Saturday evening from Mayor Domenic Sarno, Health and Human Services Commissioner Helen Caulton Harris, and Parks, Buildings and Recreation Management Director Tom Ashe. Air Quality Alert in effect Monday, August 4, 2025 "The City of Springfield, after being notified by…

Springfield closes Bass Pond due to bacteria levels

If you were looking to take advantage of the nice weather today and go for a swim in springfield, you might need to make new plans.