Agiak Lagoon facts for kids
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 Agiak Lagoon
Location in Alaska
Agiak Lagoon
Location in North America
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| Location | North Slope Borough, Alaska |
| Coordinates | 68°55′N 164°30′W / 68.917°N 164.500°W |
| Type | Lake |
| Surface elevation | 3 feet (0.91 m) |
Agiak Lagoon is a lake located in North Slope Borough, Alaska, in the United States. This body of water is found in the northern part of Alaska. It sits at an elevation of about 3 feet (1 meter) above sea level.
About Agiak Lagoon
Agiak Lagoon is a lake in the vast and beautiful landscape of Alaska. It is part of the North Slope Borough, which is the northernmost borough in the state. The lagoon's exact location is marked by its coordinates: 68°55′ North latitude and 164°30′ West longitude.
How Agiak Lagoon Got Its Name
The name "Agiak" has an interesting origin. It comes from an Eskimo word. This word means "file". The lagoon was given this name because it has a sandbar inside it. This sandbar looks a lot like a file.
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