Loíza Lake facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Lago Loíza |
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Loíza Lake
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 Lago Loíza
Location in Puerto Rico
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| Location | Trujillo Alto, Puerto Rico |
| Coordinates | 18°19′41″N 66°00′58″W / 18.32806°N 66.01611°W |
| Type | reservoir |
| Basin countries | Puerto Rico |
Loíza Lake, also known as Lago Loíza, is a large artificial lake in Trujillo Alto, Puerto Rico. It is a type of lake called a reservoir. Reservoirs are built to store water for people to use.
This important lake provides most of the drinking water for the San Juan metropolitan area. This area includes the capital city of San Juan and its nearby towns.
What is Loíza Lake?
Loíza Lake is not a natural lake. It was created by people to help manage water resources. It is located in the municipality of Trujillo Alto, which is a town in Puerto Rico.
How Loíza Lake Was Formed
The lake was made by building a large structure called the Carraízo Dam. This dam was built across the Río Grande de Loíza. The Río Grande de Loíza is one of the main rivers in Puerto Rico. When the dam was finished, it held back the river's water. This created the large body of water we now call Loíza Lake.
Why Loíza Lake is Important
Loíza Lake plays a very important role for many people. It is the main source of water for the San Juan metropolitan area. This means that millions of people rely on this lake for their daily water needs. The water from the lake is treated and then sent to homes and businesses.
Gallery
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A small shack near Loíza Lake.
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See also
In Spanish: Lago Loíza para niños
