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- [S255] p. 84.
- [S255] p. 189.
- [S2115] p. 30.
"... there is a remarkable succession of ponds in the eastern part of Brookhaven, near the line of Riverhead. These are situated on very elevated ground. They are 5 in number, lying in a direct line, and extending from the middle of the island to within 2 miles of the Wading river. There is no visible connection between them except when filled to overflowing. The most northerly one, which is probably the largest, being 110 rods in length, is called Long Pond.
"A short distance to the east of Long Pond, and just within the bounds of Riverhead, is another smaller collection of water, bearing the name of Deep Pond. It is nearly circular, about 75 rods in diameter, and 54 feet in depth. ....."
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