Black Mountain (Washington County, New York) facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Black Mountain |
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 Black Mountain
Location in New York
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| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 2640+ ft (805+ m) NGVD 29 |
| Prominence | 2,280 ft (690 m) |
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| Location | Washington County, New York |
| Parent range | Adirondack Mountains |
| Topo map | USGS Shelving Rock |
Black Mountain is a tall mountain found in Washington County, New York. Its very top is the highest point in that county!
This mountain is a bit separate from the rest of the Adirondack Mountains. This is because Lake George sits between them. Black Mountain also has the seventh highest "topographic prominence" in New York. This means it rises very high above the land around it.
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What is Black Mountain?
Black Mountain is an important peak in New York State. It reaches over 2,640 feet (805 meters) high. This makes it a notable landmark in the region.
Where is Black Mountain Located?
You can find Black Mountain in Washington County, New York. It is part of the beautiful Adirondack Park. Lake George, a large and famous lake, is right next to it. This lake helps separate Black Mountain from other parts of the Adirondack mountain range.
What is on Top of Black Mountain?
The very top of Black Mountain has some interesting things. There is a weather station that helps measure the weather. You can also see a wind turbine, which uses wind to make energy. There used to be a fire tower there too. This tower helped spot forest fires, but it is no longer used and is fenced off.
Water Flowing from Black Mountain
Water from Black Mountain flows into a large area called a watershed. This water eventually reaches Lake Champlain. From Lake Champlain, the water travels into Canada through the Richelieu River. It then joins the Saint Lawrence River and finally flows into the Gulf of Saint Lawrence.
- Water from the northwest and south sides of Black Mountain flows into Lake George.
- From Lake George, it goes into the La Chute River.
- Then, it reaches Lake Champlain.
- Water from the northeast side of Black Mountain flows into Pike Brook.
- Pike Brook then empties into the South Bay of Lake Champlain.
Images for kids
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Looking north from the 2,640 foot summit of Black Mountain
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Looking South from near the 2,640 foot summit of Black Mountain
