Henderson Lake (New York) facts for kids
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Henderson Lake circa 1881
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 Henderson Lake
Location in New York
Henderson Lake
Location in the United States
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| Location | Newcomb, Essex County, New York |
| Coordinates | 44°05′30″N 074°04′00″W / 44.09167°N 74.06667°W |
| Lake type | Natural lake |
| Primary inflows | Indian Pass Brook, Santononi Brook, Harkness Brook |
| Primary outflows | Hudson River |
| Basin countries | United States |
Henderson Lake is a beautiful lake located in the Adirondack Mountains in New York. It is found in the town of Newcomb, which is in Essex County, New York. This lake is known for its natural beauty and its important connection to a famous river.
About Henderson Lake
Henderson Lake was given its name in 1826. It was named after a person called David Henderson. He was one of the people who started the Elba Iron Works. This iron works was near Lake Placid, New York. David Henderson also helped create the Upper Works at Tahawus, New York.
Where the Hudson River Begins
Henderson Lake is very important because it is officially where the Hudson River begins. The Hudson River flows out of the eastern end of the lake. This means the lake acts as the starting point for this long and famous river.
However, the very first source of the Hudson River is actually a bit further away. It is usually traced back to Indian Pass Brook. This brook then leads to a tiny lake called Lake Tear of the Clouds. So, while the Hudson River officially starts at Henderson Lake, its true origin is higher up in the mountains.
