10th March, 2024
CHIRANJIT MITRA
● Depth: 1,943 feet ● Did You Know? ● It is the deepest lake in the entire United States. ● Incredible clarity due to its water source being rain and snowmelt. ● Home to the 'Old Man of the Lake' ● a tree trunk bobbing vertically for over a century.
● Depth: 1,645 feet ● Did You Know? ● It is famous for its vibrant blue color and stunning scenery. ● Ancient glaciers carved the basin. ● It is popular for boating, swimming, and skiing in the surrounding mountains.
● Depth: 1,486 feet ● Did You Know? ● The former glacier valley turned into a lake, hence its long, narrow shape. ● Known for wineries in the area and surrounding recreation opportunities.
● Depth: 1,333 feet ● Did You Know? ● Largest of the Great Lakes by surface area, it holds 10% of the world's fresh surface water. ● Famous for shipwrecks, including the legendary Edmund Fitzgerald.
● Depth: 1,158 feet ● Did You Know? ● Idaho's deepest lake is a popular spot for fishing and boating. ● During WWII, the US Navy used the lake's deep waters for submarine testing.
● Depth: 923 feet ● Did You Know? ● The third-largest Great Lake by surface area and the only one entirely within the US. ● Its shores touch four states, and major cities like Chicago and Milwaukee sit on its edge.
● Depth: 802 feet ● Did You Know? ● The smallest of the Great Lakes by surface area, yet still remarkably deep. ● Bordered by New York and Ontario, Canada, as an important shipping route.
● Depth: 400 feet ● Did You Know? ● Stretches between New York, Vermont, and even a bit into Canada. ● Played a vital role in the American Revolution and the War of 1812. ● Rumors persist about "Champ," its legendary lake creature.
● Depth: 770 feet ● Did You Know? ● Located within the wild Lake Clark National Park and Preserve. ● The remote setting offers a glimpse of unspoiled Alaskan nature.
● Depth: 370 feet ● Did You Know? ● Largest natural freshwater lake west of the Mississippi River. ● Known for its excellent water quality and abundant cherry orchards.
● Depth: 984 feet (estimation) ● Did You Know? ● The largest lake in Alaska by volume is a giant in a state known for big lakes. ● Home to the fabled Iliamna Lake Monster described as a huge fish-like creature.
● Depth: 618 feet ● Did You Know? ● The longest and deepest of New York's Finger Lakes. ● Its depth helps moderate the climate, making it a prime wine-growing region.
● Depth: Average 9 feet ● Did You Know? ● An unusual entry! Despite its nickname, "Florida's Inland Sea," it's remarkably shallow. ● A vital part of the Everglades ecosystem and an abundant source of freshwater.
● Depth: 583 feet ● Did You Know? ● A man-made reservoir formed by the Glen Canyon Dam on the Colorado River. ● Stunning desert scenery, popular for house boating and water sports.
● Depth: 532 feet ● Did You Know? ● Formed by the iconic Hoover Dam, a desert reservoir with fluctuating water levels. ● A key water source for the arid Southwest.
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