Buade Lake (Normandin River) facts for kids
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 Buade Lake
Location in Quebec
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| Location | Saguenay-Lac Saint-Jean |
| Coordinates | 49°05′11″N 74°11′24″W / 49.08639°N 74.19000°W |
| Type | Natural |
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| Primary outflows | Normandin River |
| Basin countries | Canada |
| Max. length | 22.9 kilometres (14.2 mi) |
| Max. width | 2.0 kilometres (1.2 mi) |
| Surface area | 13.57 kilometres (8.43 mi) |
| Surface elevation | 392 metres (1,286 ft) |
Buade Lake is a beautiful freshwater lake located in Quebec, Canada. It's found in the western part of the Le Domaine-du-Roy area, which is part of the Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean region. This lake stretches across two areas called Buade and Poutrincourt townships. It's also just west of the Ashuapmushuan Wildlife Reserve.
The main activity around Buade Lake is forestry, which means people work with trees and wood. Tourism, like visiting for fun, is also important.
Getting to the lake is possible using a forest road called R1032. Another main road, Quebec route 167, passes northeast of Nicabau Lake. This road connects the towns of Chibougamau and Saint-Félicien, Quebec. There's also a smaller road that goes to the east side of Poutrincourt Lake. The Canadian National Railway train tracks run alongside route 167.
The surface of Buade Lake is usually frozen for a long time each year. It typically freezes from early November until mid-May. However, it's safest to walk or play on the ice from mid-November to mid-April.
Exploring Buade Lake
Buade Lake is quite long, stretching about 22.9 kilometres (14.2 mi). It's also about 2.0 kilometres (1.2 mi) wide at its widest point. The lake sits at an elevation of 392 metres (1,286 ft) above sea level. The northern part of the lake has many small islands, which form an archipelago.
This lake is actually a wide part of the Normandin River. The river flows right through the entire length of Buade Lake.
Where Does the Water Go?
The water from Buade Lake flows into other lakes and rivers.
- The lake's water flows about 4.6 kilometres (2.9 mi) south to meet the Normandin River and Poutrincourt Lake.
- From there, it travels about 9.5 kilometres (5.9 mi) south to the end of Poutrincourt Lake.
- Then, it goes about 24.2 kilometres (15.0 mi) south to the end of Nicabau Lake. The Normandin River also flows through Nicabau Lake.
- Finally, the water flows about 28.7 kilometres (17.8 mi) southwest to the end of the Normandin River.
The Normandin River then continues southeast. It eventually reaches Ashuapmushuan Lake, which is the starting point for the Ashuapmushuan River.
Rivers and Lakes Nearby
Many rivers and lakes are connected to Buade Lake.
- To the north, you'll find Poutrincourt Lake, the Normandin River, and Nicabau Lake.
- To the east, there's Poutrincourt Lake and the Marquette River.
- To the south, you'll see the Normandin River and Little Buade Lake.
- To the west, there's the Titipiti River and the Ventadour River.
What's in a Name?
A long time ago, Buade Lake was known by a different name: "Kapikitegoitch Lake."
The name "Lake Buade" became official on December 5, 1968. This was decided by the Commission de toponymie du Québec, which is like the official naming committee for places in Quebec.
