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Rice Lake
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View from Rice Lake Park
Rice Lake is located in North Dakota
Rice Lake
Rice Lake
Location in North Dakota
Location Ward County, North Dakota, United States
Coordinates 48°00′30″N 101°32′04″W / 48.0083296°N 101.5343987°W / 48.0083296; -101.5343987
Type Lake
Basin countries United States
Max. length 1.33 miles (2.14 km)
Surface area 220 acres (89 ha)
Average depth 8.9 feet (2.7 m)
Max. depth 33.5 feet (10.2 m)
Water volume 1,640.5 acre-feet (2,023,500 m3)
Shore length1 4.5 miles (7.2 km)
Surface elevation 2,034 ft (620 m)
1 Shore length is not a well-defined measure.

Rice Lake is a lake located in Ward County, North Dakota, in the United States. It's about 17 miles (27 km) southwest of a city called Minot.

This lake has a unique, irregular shape. It's a popular spot for people who enjoy nature and outdoor activities.

About Rice Lake

Rice Lake is a freshwater lake in North Dakota. It's a great place to visit if you like lakes and parks.

Size and Depth

Rice Lake covers an area of about 220 acres (89 ha). That's like having 220 football fields covered in water! The lake has about 4.5 miles (7.2 km) of shoreline, which is the edge where the water meets the land.

The average depth of Rice Lake is around 8.9 feet (2.7 m). However, in some spots, it can get much deeper, reaching a maximum depth of 33.5 feet (10.2 m). That's taller than a three-story building!

Rice Lake Park

On the eastern side of Rice Lake, you'll find Rice Lake Park. This park is a nice place for visitors to enjoy the lake. It offers a chance to relax by the water and take in the views.

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