Utsayantha Lake facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Utsayantha Lake |
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 Utsayantha Lake
Location in New York
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| Location | Delaware County, New York |
| Coordinates | 42°25′31″N 74°37′05″W / 42.4251409°N 74.6181782°W |
| Type | Reservoir |
| Primary inflows | West Branch Delaware River |
| Primary outflows | West Branch Delaware River |
| Surface area | 12 acres (0.019 sq mi) |
| Surface elevation | 1,873 feet (571 m) |
| Settlements | Stamford |
Utsayantha Lake is a small lake in Delaware County, New York. It is located north of the village of Stamford. This lake is actually a special kind of lake called a reservoir. A reservoir is like a big storage tank for water. The West Branch Delaware River flows right through Utsayantha Lake.
About Utsayantha Lake
Utsayantha Lake is an important body of water. It helps manage the flow of the West Branch Delaware River. This river is a part of the larger Delaware River system. The lake covers about 12 acres. It is located at an elevation of 1,873 feet.
History of the Lake's Name
Have you ever wondered how places get their names? Utsayantha Lake has a special story! It is named after a young woman called Utsayantha. She was the daughter of Chief Ubiwacha. Chief Ubiwacha was a leader of the Lenape people. The Lenape were a Native American tribe. They lived in this area long ago.
