Nuss Lake facts for kids
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Nuss Lake, East ridge of Stukel Mountain in the background
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 Nuss Lake
Location in Oregon
Nuss Lake
Location in the United States
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| Location | Klamath Falls, Oregon, United States |
| Coordinates | 42°08′52″N 121°38′05″W / 42.14778°N 121.63472°W |
| Primary inflows | Lost River diversions |
| Basin countries | United States |
| Surface area | 0.55 km2 (0.21 sq mi) |
| Surface elevation | 1,249 m (4,098 ft) |
Nuss Lake is a small, private lake located in Klamath Falls, Oregon, United States. It covers an area of about 0.2 sq mi (0.52 km2). The lake is found approximately 6.6 miles (10.6 kilometres) from Altamont. Nuss Lake sits between the southern part of Stukel Mountain and an area called Olene Gap.
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How Water Flows in Nuss Lake
The area around Klamath has a special natural water system. Much of this region, including Poe, Langell, and Yonna valleys, gets its water from the Lost River. This river and its smaller streams flow into several lakes. Eventually, they empty into Tule Lake.
Even though there aren't many natural springs in Klamath County, some permanent springs come out from the bottom of Nuss Lake. These are places where water naturally flows out of the ground.
Water for Farms
The Olene flume is a channel that carries water for irrigation. It supplies water to farms in the South Poe Valley and Nuss Lake areas. This system helps water about 4,200 acres (1,700 hectares) of land. About 60% of this land is used for growing crops.
What Fish Live in Nuss Lake?
Nuss Lake is home to several types of fish. The most common fish you can find here are largemouth bass, rainbow trout, and bluegill.
Where is Nuss Lake Located?
Nuss Lake is in Klamath County, Oregon. About 66,500 people live in this county. Most of them live in the Klamath Falls area.
Many small towns in southern and eastern Klamath Falls focus on farming. They use the special irrigation systems from the Upper Klamath Lake and Lost River. These communities often have jobs that change with the seasons.
Within 5 miles (8.0 kilometres) of Nuss Lake, you can find several cities and communities. These include Bonanza, Merrill, Malin, Dorris, and Tulelake. There are also smaller communities like Altamont, Olene, and Langell Valley.
