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Loch Màma
Loch Màma from the far western shore
Loch Màma from the far western shore
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Location Morar, Lochaber, Scotland
Type freshwater loch
Primary inflows Loch na Creige Duibhe
Primary outflows Gleann Màma
Basin countries Scotland
Max. length 0.33 mi (0.53 km)
Max. width 0.125 mi (0.201 km)
Surface area 17 acres (0.069 km2)
Average depth 14.25 ft (4.34 m)
Max. depth 44 ft (13 m)
Water volume 11,000,000 cu ft (310,000 m3)
Surface elevation 359 ft (109 m)

Loch Màma is a small, beautiful freshwater loch (that's a Scottish word for lake!) located in a part of Scotland called South Morar. You can find it in Lochaber, which is in the north-west of Scotland. This loch has a simple shape, like a bowl, and stretches from east to west.

About Loch Màma

Loch Màma is a lovely example of a Scottish loch. It's not huge, but it's an important part of the local landscape. It's known for its clear, fresh water.

Where is Loch Màma?

This loch is nestled in the stunning Highlands of Scotland. It's part of the Morar area, which is famous for its rugged mountains and many lochs. The surrounding area is very wild and natural.

How the Loch Formed

Scientists believe that Loch Màma and a nearby loch, Loch na Creige Duibhe, were once connected. They might have been one big loch! Over time, a stream called Allt Dearg carried lots of dirt and rocks. This material built up and slowly separated the two lochs. Now, they are two distinct bodies of water.

The Source of a River

Loch Màma is also special because it's the starting point for a river. The water flowing out of the loch forms the river Allt a' Mhama. This river then continues its journey through the Scottish landscape.

Exploring the Loch

People have been interested in studying Loch Màma for a long time. On July 11, 1902, two explorers named James Parsons and T.R.H. Garrett surveyed the loch. They carefully measured its size and depth. Their work was part of a much bigger project. This project was called the Bathymetrical Survey of Fresh-Water Lochs of Scotland 1897-1909. It was led by famous oceanographer Sir John Murray and Laurence Pullar. They created detailed maps of many Scottish lochs.

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