History:
Griffy Lake Nature Preserve was acquired through 45 different land acquisitions between 1922 and 2002. Griffy Woods Nature Preserve was dedicated in 1991. The lake was drained in late 2012 to facilitate repairs to the dam, and the lake was dredged from the boat ramp west to the causeway so boats can launch and access the west part of the lake even during times of low water. Repairs were completed in December 2013, and the lake filled almost completely in the course of week following a significant winter rain event. The Department of Natural Resources will stock the lake with fish in 2014.