Ford's Folly
This dam in the woods, built by Henry Ford with only manpower and oxen, holds no water and serves no purpose.

📜 A 30-foot high, 900-foot long stone dam built by Henry Ford in Sudbury, Massachusetts.
🔍 Despite years of effort, it failed to hold water due to porous bedrock.

Why Go

🚶 Walk across the top of the dam
🌳 Explore Nobscot Conservation Land
📜 Learn about Henry Ford's "colonial town" project
🍂 Best views in fall when leaves are off trees

Why Avoid

⚠️ Path overgrown, expect mosquitoes and poison ivy
🚧 Unfenced steep sides, caution needed

Tips

🅿️ Park at Nobscot Conservation Land parking lot on Brimstone Lane.
🎧 Listen to the "Ford’s Folly" podcast for more stories.
👟 Dress appropriately for overgrown trails.

Last updated 28 days ago

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