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Fay Island
Aerial image of an island almost totally oversconced by water.
USGS aerial imagery of Fay Island
Fay Island is located in Sacramento-San Joaquin River Delta
Fay Island
Fay Island
Location in Sacramento-San Joaquin River Delta
Fay Island is located in California
Fay Island
Fay Island
Location in California
Fay Island is located in the United States
Fay Island
Fay Island
Location in the United States
Geography
Location Northern California
Coordinates 37°56′55″N 121°33′55″W / 37.9485348°N 121.5652291°W / 37.9485348; -121.5652291 (Fay Island)
Adjacent bodies of water Sacramento–San Joaquin River Delta
Administration
United States
State  California
County San Joaquin

Fay Island is a small island located in the Sacramento–San Joaquin River Delta in California. It is part of San Joaquin County. Think of it as a tiny piece of land in a big network of rivers and waterways. Its exact location is at coordinates 37°56′55″N 121°33′55″W / 37.9485348°N 121.5652291°W / 37.9485348; -121.5652291 (Fay Island).

Where is Fay Island?

Fay Island is found in the northern part of California. It's specifically located within the huge Sacramento–San Joaquin River Delta. This delta is a special area where the Sacramento and San Joaquin Rivers meet before flowing into the San Francisco Bay.

The Sacramento-San Joaquin River Delta

The delta is a very important natural area. It's made up of many islands, channels, and wetlands. This region provides drinking water for millions of Californians. It's also a home for many different kinds of plants and animals. The delta is a busy place for boats and ships, too.

Who Manages Fay Island?

Even though it's a small island, Fay Island is officially managed. It falls under the care of Reclamation District 2113. A Reclamation District is like a local group that helps manage land and water in certain areas. Their job often includes things like flood control and making sure the land is used properly.

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