Baldwin Island facts for kids
 Baldwin Island
Location in New York Adirondack Park
Baldwin Island
Location in the United States
Location of Baldwin Island within New York
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| Geography | |
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| Location | Chemung River |
| Coordinates | 42°01′55″N 76°44′11″W / 42.0320184°N 76.7363416°W |
| Highest elevation | 820 ft (250 m) |
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| State | New York |
| County | Chemung |
| Village | Wellsburg |
Baldwin Island is a small piece of land completely surrounded by water. It is located in Chemung County, New York, in the United States. This island sits right in the middle of the Chemung River.
What is Baldwin Island?
Baldwin Island is an island found within a river. It's not a large island you might think of in the ocean, but a smaller one formed by the river's flow. It's part of the natural landscape of Chemung County.
Where is Baldwin Island Located?
This island is situated in the state of New York. Specifically, you can find it north-northeast of a village called Wellsburg. Its exact spot on the Chemung River is marked by coordinates 42°01′55″N 76°44′11″W / 42.0320184°N 76.7363416°W. The island's highest point is about 820 feet (250 meters) above sea level.
The Chemung River
The Chemung River is where Baldwin Island is located. This river flows through parts of New York and Pennsylvania. River islands like Baldwin Island are often created when the river's currents deposit soil and rocks over time, or when the river splits around a piece of land.
