Kansas Lake facts for kids
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 Kansas Lake
Location in Minnesota
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| Location | Watonwan County, Minnesota |
| Coordinates | 43°55′N 94°42′W / 43.917°N 94.700°W |
| Type | lake |
Kansas Lake is a lake located in Watonwan County, which is part of the U.S. state of Minnesota.
What's in a Name?
You might think Kansas Lake was named after the state of Kansas. But that's not actually true! The name "Kansas Lake" came from a mistake.
How the Name Changed
Originally, the lake was called "Kensie's Lake." This was to honor an English settler named John Kensie. Over time, people started saying "Kensie's Lake" differently, and it slowly changed into "Kansas Lake." So, it's a unique name with a bit of a story behind it!
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