Little Island (District of Columbia) facts for kids
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| Location | Potomac River, Washington, D.C. |
| Coordinates | 38°53′30″N 77°3′35″W / 38.89167°N 77.05972°W |
| Total islands | 1 |
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| Demographics | |
| Population | 0 |
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| Located under the Theodore Roosevelt Bridge | |
Little Island is a small piece of land surrounded by water in the Potomac River. You can find it in Washington, D.C., the capital city of the United States. It's located just south of Theodore Roosevelt Island and the Theodore Roosevelt Bridge. This island is a quiet, natural spot in the middle of a busy city.
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Exploring Little Island's Location
Little Island is a unique part of the Potomac River. Its exact spot on a map is 38.891°N latitude and 77.059°W longitude. These numbers help us pinpoint its location anywhere in the world.
Size and Shape of the Island
This island covers about 6 acres of land. To give you an idea, an acre is roughly the size of a football field without the end zones. This makes Little Island the sixth largest island in Washington, D.C. The island has a rounded triangle shape, which is quite interesting!
What You'll Find on the Island
Little Island is completely wild and natural. It is uninhabited, meaning no one lives there. It is also undeveloped, which means there are no buildings or roads. The entire island is covered with trees and plants. The only way to get to Little Island is by boat, as there are no bridges or paths connecting it to the mainland. It is not part of the nearby Theodore Roosevelt Island Park.
Other Names for Little Island
Sometimes, Little Island is known by other names. People might call it South Island because of its location. Another name you might hear is Swan Island. These different names all refer to the same small, wooded island in the Potomac River.
