Widdows Island facts for kids
USGS aerial imagery of Widdows Island, with Byron Tract to its northwest, Victoria Island to its northeast and Eucalyptus Island to its southeast.
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 Widdows Island
Location in Sacramento-San Joaquin River Delta
Widdows Island
Location in California
Widdows Island
Location in the United States
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| Location | Northern California |
| Coordinates | 37°51′40″N 121°34′27″W / 37.86111°N 121.57417°W |
| Adjacent bodies of water | Sacramento–San Joaquin River Delta |
| Highest elevation | 0 ft (0 m) |
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| State |  California |
| County | Contra Costa |
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Widdows Island is a small piece of land located in the Sacramento–San Joaquin River Delta in Northern California. It is part of Contra Costa County. This island is very flat, sitting at sea level.
Discover Widdows Island
Widdows Island is a small island found in a special area of California. It is part of a large network of waterways. The island is located in Contra Costa County.
Where is Widdows Island?
Widdows Island is found in the large Sacramento–San Joaquin River Delta. This is a unique area where two major rivers meet. It's located in Contra Costa County, in the northern part of California. In 1981, the United States Geological Survey measured its height as 0 feet (0 meters) above sea level. This means it is very flat, almost at the same level as the water around it.
What is the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta?
The Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta is a huge area of islands and waterways. It is where the Sacramento River and the San Joaquin River come together. This delta is very important for California. It provides drinking water for millions of people. It also helps farmers grow crops across the state. The delta is home to many kinds of plants and animals.
