Chevrillon Lake facts for kids
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Watershed of Nottaway River
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 Chevrillon Lake
Location in Quebec
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| Location | Eeyou Istchee James Bay Regional Government |
| Coordinates | 50°00′37″N 74°27′36″W / 50.01028°N 74.46000°W |
| Type | Natural |
| Basin countries | Canada |
| Max. length | 12.9 kilometres (8.0 mi) |
| Max. width | 3.2 kilometres (2.0 mi) |
| Surface elevation | 363 metres (1,191 ft) |
Chevrillon Lake is a freshwater lake in Quebec, Canada. It is located in the southern part of the Eeyou Istchee James Bay region. The Chibougamau River flows right through it.
This lake is found across four townships: Vienna, Barlow, Blaiklock, and McKenzie. The main activity around the lake is forestry, which means cutting down trees for wood. Tourism is also important, with people visiting for fun activities.
You can reach the area around Chevrillon Lake by using a forest road called R1029. This road connects to Route 113, which links the towns of Lebel-sur-Quévillon and Chibougamau.
The lake's surface usually freezes over from early November until mid-May. It's generally safe to travel on the ice from mid-November to mid-April.
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About Chevrillon Lake
Chevrillon Lake has a unique shape, like a big "V". The Chibougamau River flows through this bend. The lake is about 12.9 kilometres (8.0 mi) long and 3.2 kilometres (2.0 mi) wide at its widest point. It sits at an elevation of 363 metres (1,191 ft) above sea level.
There is a large island in the middle of the lake, about 7.3 kilometres (4.5 mi) long. The Chibougamau River flows into Chevrillon Lake after coming from Chibougamau Lake. It then continues north before turning south again.
The lake's water eventually flows out from a bay on its western side. This area has many small islands.
Nearby Places
Chevrillon Lake is located near several other important places:
- It is about 33.7 kilometres (20.9 mi) northeast of the mouth of Opémisca Lake. The Chibougamau River also flows through Opémisca Lake.
- The lake is about 15.9 kilometres (9.9 mi) northwest of downtown Chibougamau.
- It is about 32.4 kilometres (20.1 mi) northeast of the village of Chapais, Quebec.
- The mouth of the Nottaway River is about 450 kilometres (280 mi) southeast of the lake.
Rivers and Lakes Around Chevrillon Lake
Many rivers and lakes are connected to the area around Chevrillon Lake. These are called hydrographic slopes.
- North side: Lac du Sauvage, Chibougamau River, Blaiklock River, Brock River (Chibougamau River).
- East side: Chibougamau River, Chébistuane River, Natevier River, Chibougamau Lake.
- South side: Chibougamau River, Guillim Lake, Simon Lake, Muscocho Lake, Obatogamau River.
- West side: Opémisca River, Chibougamau River.
What's in a Name?
Chevrillon Lake was once known by other names, like "Lake Rush." The name "Chevrillon" comes from a French family name.
The official name "Lac Chevrillon" was recognized on December 5, 1968. This was done by the Commission de toponymie du Québec, which is a group in Quebec responsible for official place names.
