Lake Johnston (Western Australia) facts for kids
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Satellite image of Lake Johnston taken by ISS Expedition 18
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 Lake Johnston
Location in Western Australia
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| Location | Goldfields-Esperance, Western Australia |
| Coordinates | 31°52′00″S 121°20′00″E / 31.86667°S 121.33333°E |
| Basin countries | Australia |
Lake Johnston is a large lake located in the Goldfields-Esperance region of Western Australia. It is an important natural feature in this part of Australia. The lake is also the name given to a special geological map of the area.
Sometimes, Lake Johnston and other nearby lakes are called "The Johnston Lakes" together.
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About Lake Johnston
Lake Johnston is found south of the main road that connects Hyden and Norseman. It is located within the Shire of Dundas. The area around the lake is known for several interesting rock formations.
On the western side of the lake, you can find:
- Scamp Rock
- Knapp Rock
- Plover Rock
On the eastern side of the lake, there are:
- Harbutt Rock
- Thiel Rock
At the very southern end of the lake, the Bremer Range marks the border between the Dundas and Esperance shires.
Mapping the Area
The name of Lake Johnston is often used on maps to identify this specific region. This helps people understand where they are looking on a map. You can also find more modern maps and data about this area from Geoscience Australia.
Plants Around the Lake
Experts often study the plants and trees around Lake Johnston. These studies help us understand the different types of plants that grow here. The Lake Johnston area is often grouped with the Boorabbin and Hyden areas for these plant surveys.
The Rocks and Minerals
Geologists, who study the Earth's rocks, find the Lake Johnston area very interesting. Companies that search for valuable minerals also pay close attention to this region. This is because there are important nickel deposits nearby. Nickel is a metal used in many things, like coins and batteries.
Nickel Mining Projects
The Lake Johnston Nickel Project is a mining operation that used to dig for nickel. However, it is not currently active.
Another lake, called Lake Hope, is located southwest of Lake Johnston. The Emily Ann and Maggie Hays nickel mines are found northwest of Lake Hope. These mines are also west of Lake Johnston. The Emily Ann mine is on the north side of the Hyden-Norseman road. The Maggie Hays mine is on the south side of the same road. Other nickel mines, like Flying Fox, Lounge Lizard, and Spotted Qoull, are located about 160 kilometers (100 miles) to the west.
