Carite Lake facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Lago Carite |
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 Lago Carite
Location in Puerto Rico
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| Location | Guayama, Puerto Rico |
| Coordinates | 18°04′36″N 66°06′21″W / 18.0766290°N 66.1057212°W |
| Type | reservoir |
| Basin countries | Puerto Rico |
| Surface area | 0.47 sq mi (1.238 km²) |
Lago Carite is a lake located in the municipality of Guayama on the island of Puerto Rico. The lake was created in 1913 and serves as a reservoir for irrigation and potable water.
The lake receives flow from the La Plata River and can be used for fishing and recreation.
The name of the lake comes from the area where it is located.
See also
In Spanish: Lago Carite para niños
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