Lake Marvin facts for kids
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 Lake Marvin
Location in Georgia (U.S. state)
Lake Marvin
Location in the United States
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| Location | Georgia |
| Coordinates | 34°34′04″N 85°05′08″W / 34.56778°N 85.08556°W |
| Type | reservoir |
| Primary inflows | Pocket Creek |
| Primary outflows | Pocket Creek |
| Basin countries | United States |
| Surface area | 90 acres (0.36 km2) |
| Surface elevation | 902 feet (275 m) |
Lake Marvin is a man-made lake, also called a reservoir, located in Floyd County, in the U.S. state of Georgia. This lake was named after Marvin Muze, who originally owned the land where the lake is now.
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Where is Lake Marvin Located?
Lake Marvin is found in the northern part of Floyd County. It sits in a special area known as The Pocket. The lake is nestled between two mountain ridges, Horn Mountain and Mill Mountain. These ridges are part of the Ridge-and-Valley Appalachians.
Nearby Towns and Natural Areas
The city of Calhoun is about 8 miles (13 km) to the southeast of Lake Marvin. Rome is a bit further, about 20 miles (32 km) to the south-southwest. The lake is surrounded by beautiful natural spaces. These include the Johns Mountain Wildlife Management Area and the large Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest.
How Was Lake Marvin Created?
Lake Marvin was formed when the Lake Marvin Dam was built across Pocket Creek. This dam created the reservoir by holding back the creek's water. The lake covers an area of 90 acres (0.36 km²). Its surface is about 902 feet (275 meters) above sea level. The Northwest Georgia Girl Scout Council owns this reservoir.
What Fish Live in Lake Marvin?
Lake Marvin is home to several types of fish. If you were to fish there, you might find:
