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Whitney Point Reservoir
Location of Whitney Point Reservoir in New York, USA.
Location of Whitney Point Reservoir in New York, USA.
Whitney Point Reservoir
Location in New York
Location of Whitney Point Reservoir in New York, USA.
Location of Whitney Point Reservoir in New York, USA.
Whitney Point Reservoir
Location in the United States
Location Broome County, New York, United States
Coordinates 42°20′21″N 75°57′54″W / 42.33917°N 75.96500°W / 42.33917; -75.96500
Type Reservoir
Primary inflows Otselic River
Primary outflows Otselic River
Basin countries United States
Surface area 3,168 acres (12.82 km2)
Average depth 6 feet (1.8 m)
Max. depth 20 ft (6.1 m)
Shore length1 41 miles (66 km)
Surface elevation 1,010 ft (310 m)
Settlements Whitney Point, New York
1 Shore length is not a well-defined measure.

The Whitney Point Reservoir is a special man-made lake. It is located near the town of Whitney Point, New York. This reservoir is a great spot for fishing and enjoying nature.

What is Whitney Point Reservoir?

The Whitney Point Reservoir is a large body of water. It was created by people, not by nature. It helps control water flow and provides a place for fun activities. The reservoir is found in Broome County, New York.

Fish You Can Find

Many different kinds of fish live in the reservoir. If you like fishing, you might catch:

Getting to the Water

There are a couple of ways to get your boat into the reservoir.

  • One way is a gravel boat launch. You can find it off County Route 13.
  • Another way is a hard surface ramp. This one is off NY-26. It is located in Dorchester Park.

Rules for Boating and Fishing

To keep everyone safe, there are some important rules to follow:

  • You cannot fish or boat within 400 feet of where water flows into or out of the reservoir.
  • Boats can use motors, but they must be 25 horsepower or less.
  • There is a speed limit of 10 miles per hour for all boats.
  • You are not allowed to water-ski on the reservoir.
  • You cannot leave your boat parked overnight. This means no overnight mooring or beaching.
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