Granite Basin Lake facts for kids
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 Granite Basin Lake
Location in Arizona
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| Location | Prescott National Forest, Yavapai County, Arizona, United States |
| Coordinates | 34°37′1″N 112°32′55″W / 34.61694°N 112.54861°W |
| Type | Reservoir |
| Basin countries | United States |
| Surface area | 5 acres (2.0 ha) |
| Average depth | 6 ft (1.8 m) |
| Surface elevation | 5,600 ft (1,700 m) |
Granite Basin Lake is a man-made lake, also called a reservoir. You can find it near Prescott in Yavapai County, Arizona. It's located inside the beautiful Prescott National Forest. The lake is right next to the Granite Mountain Wilderness Area.
Building the Lake
The dam that created Granite Basin Lake was built a long time ago. Work started in 1937. It was built by a group called the Civilian Conservation Corps. This group helped people find jobs during a tough time in history. The dam was finished in 1939.
Fun Fact: A Movie Was Filmed Here!
Did you know a movie scene was filmed at Granite Basin Lake? A part of the movie Creepshow 2 was shot here. The segment was called The Raft.
Fish You Can Find
Granite Basin Lake is home to several types of fish. If you like fishing, you might catch some of these:
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