Baskatong Reservoir facts for kids
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Highway 117 is visible in the lower left corner
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 Baskatong Reservoir
Location in Quebec
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| Location | Antoine-Labelle Regional County Municipality / La Vallée-de-la-Gatineau Regional County Municipality, Quebec |
| Coordinates | 46°48′N 75°48′W / 46.800°N 75.800°W |
| Type | Artificial |
| Primary inflows | Gatineau River |
| Primary outflows | Gatineau River |
| Basin countries | Canada |
| Max. length | 30 km (19 mi) |
| Max. width | 25 km (16 mi) |
| Surface area | 413 km2 (159 sq mi) |
| Max. depth | 96 m (315 ft) |
| Shore length1 | 2,800 km (1,700 mi) |
| Surface elevation | 207 m (679 ft) - 223 m (732 ft) |
| Islands | over 160 |
| Settlements | Grand-Remous |
| 1 Shore length is not a well-defined measure. | |
The Baskatong Reservoir (French: Réservoir Baskatong) is a huge man-made lake in western Quebec, Canada. It was created when the Mercier Dam was built in 1927. This large lake covers an area of 413 square kilometers.
Since 2007, a power station at the dam helps make electricity. The reservoir also controls the flow of the Gatineau River. This helps several other power stations downstream work smoothly.
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Discover the Baskatong Reservoir
The Baskatong Reservoir is a very important body of water. It helps produce clean energy for many homes. It also provides a great place for outdoor activities.
How the Reservoir Was Made
The Baskatong Reservoir isn't a natural lake. It was formed by people building a large dam. This dam, called the Mercier Dam, was finished in 1927. When the dam was built, it held back the water from the Gatineau River. This created the large lake we see today.
Where the Water Comes From
The main river that feeds the Baskatong Reservoir is the Gatineau River. But other rivers also flow into it. These rivers help keep the reservoir full.
- Gens de Terre River
- Notawassi River
- Rivière d'Argent
Getting to Baskatong
The Baskatong Reservoir is a bit off the beaten path. You can reach it by taking short forest roads. These roads branch off from Route 117. The reservoir is about 200 kilometers (124 miles) north of Ottawa. It's also about 290 kilometers (180 miles) north-west from Montreal.
Fishing Fun at Baskatong
The Baskatong Reservoir is a very popular spot for fishing. Many businesses, called outfitters, are set up along its shores. They help people enjoy fishing trips.
What Fish You Can Catch
Over 20 outfitters are ready to help you fish. You can find many types of fish here. Some of the popular fish species include:
- Walleye
- Northern pike
- Lake trout
- Whitefish
- Landlocked salmon
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A view of the Baskatong Reservoir
