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Crocker Island
Crocker Island is located in New York Adirondack Park
Crocker Island
Crocker Island
Location in New York Adirondack Park
Crocker Island is located in the United States
Crocker Island
Crocker Island
Location in the United States
Location of Crocker Island within New York
Geography
Location Susquehanna River
Coordinates 42°05′48″N 75°57′20″W / 42.09667°N 75.95556°W / 42.09667; -75.95556
Highest elevation 827 ft (252.1 m)
Administration
 United States
State New York
County Broome
Village Johnson City

Crocker Island is a small piece of land surrounded by water, located in the Susquehanna River. You can find it near Johnson City, New York. This island is a natural feature within the river, part of the landscape of Broome County.

About Crocker Island

Crocker Island is a natural island that sits within the flowing waters of the Susquehanna River. It's located in the state of New York, specifically within Broome County, New York. The island is very close to the village of Johnson City, New York.

Where is it Located?

The Susquehanna River is one of the longest rivers on the East Coast of the United States. Crocker Island is just one of many islands you might find along its path. Its exact spot is marked by geographic coordinates: 42 degrees, 5 minutes, 48 seconds North, and 75 degrees, 57 minutes, 20 seconds West. This helps people pinpoint its location on a map.

Island Features

Being an island in a river means it's completely surrounded by water. The elevation of Crocker Island is about 827 feet (or 252 meters) above sea level. This measurement tells us how high the land is compared to the ocean. Islands like Crocker Island are often formed by the river's flow over many years, as sediment and rocks build up.

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