Rush Lake (Wisconsin) facts for kids
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 Rush Lake
Location in Wisconsin
Rush Lake
Location in the United States
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| Location | Winnebago County, Fond du Lac County, Wisconsin |
| Coordinates | 43°56′03″N 88°48′04″W / 43.934258°N 88.801134°W |
| Basin countries | United States |
| Surface area | 2,729 acres (11.04 km2) |
| Average depth | 1.5 feet (0.46 m) |
| Max. depth | 5 ft (1.5 m) |
| Surface elevation | 820 feet (250 m) |
| Settlements | Rush Lake |
Rush Lake is a beautiful lake found in the state of Wisconsin, USA. It is located in two different counties: Winnebago County and Fond du Lac County.
About Rush Lake: Size and Shape
Rush Lake has a unique shape, looking a bit like an upside-down triangle. It is widest at its northern end.
This lake is quite large, covering an area of about 2,729 acres (11.04 km2). To give you an idea, that's like more than 2,000 football fields!
Even though it's wide, Rush Lake is not very deep. Its deepest point is only about 5 feet (1.5 m). On average, the water is only about 1.5 feet (0.46 m) deep.
Where is Rush Lake Located?
Most of Rush Lake is in Winnebago County. It's about 18 miles (29 km) southwest of a city called Oshkosh.
Only a small part of the lake, its southernmost tip, reaches into Fond du Lac County. This area is close to a place called Wilmoore Heights.
