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Waterport Reservoir
Location of Waterport Reservoir in New York, USA.
Location of Waterport Reservoir in New York, USA.
Waterport Reservoir
Location in New York
Location of Waterport Reservoir in New York, USA.
Location of Waterport Reservoir in New York, USA.
Waterport Reservoir
Location in the United States
Location Orleans County, New York,
United States
Coordinates 44°31′18″N 73°17′25″W / 44.5217°N 73.2903°W / 44.5217; -73.2903
Type Reservoir
Primary inflows Oak Orchard River
Primary outflows Oak Orchard River
Basin countries United States
Surface area 338 acres (1.37 km2)
Average depth 12 feet (3.7 m)
Max. depth 65 feet (20 m)
Shore length1 11.9 miles (19.2 km)
Surface elevation 331 feet (101 m)
Islands 2
Settlements Waterport, New York
1 Shore length is not a well-defined measure.

The Waterport Reservoir is a cool place to visit near Waterport, New York. It's not a natural lake, but a special kind of lake called a reservoir. Reservoirs are built by people to store water, often for things like making electricity or providing drinking water. This reservoir is home to many different kinds of fish, and it's a great spot for fishing and enjoying the outdoors!

Exploring Waterport Reservoir

Where is Waterport Reservoir?

This reservoir is located in Orleans County, in the state of New York. It's right by the community of Waterport. The reservoir covers about 338 acres (which is like 250 football fields!) and has a shoreline that stretches for almost 12 miles. It's fed by the Oak Orchard River, which also flows out of it.

What Lives in the Water?

The Waterport Reservoir is a popular spot for fishing because of all the different fish species that live there. You can find:

These fish make the reservoir a lively place for anglers of all ages!

Fun Things to Do

If you want to visit the Waterport Reservoir, there's a special spot called a beach launch. This is where you can easily get a small boat or kayak into the water. It's located off Waterport Road on the northeast side of the reservoir. It's a great place to start your fishing adventure or just enjoy a day out on the water.

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