Basin countries United States Max. depth 46 ft (14 m) Surface elevation 260 m | Surface area 2,437 acres (986 ha) Area 9.862 km² | |
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Location Waukesha County, Wisconsin Similar Lake Wisconsin, Nagawaukee Park and Ride, Lake Winnebago, Fowler Lake Park, Frame Park Formal Gardens | ||
Underwater pewaukee lake
Pewaukee Lake is a lake located in Waukesha County, Wisconsin, United States. The largest lake in Waukesha County's "Lake Country", Pewaukee Lake is approximately five miles long and one mile wide, with a maximum depth of 46 feet.
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- Underwater pewaukee lake
- Map of Pewaukee Lake Wisconsin 53072 USA
- Wabta pewaukee lake 2015
- HistoryEdit
- References
Map of Pewaukee Lake, Wisconsin 53072, USA
The lake is known for its inland sailing races. National sailing events take place annually and are often hosted by the Pewaukee Yacht Club located on the southern shore of the lake.
The lake's fish include bluegill, largemouth bass, muskellunge ("muskie"), northern pike, tiger muskellunge ("tiger muskie"), walleye, yellow perch and non-native carp.
Pewaukee Lake experienced high waters and flooding during the spring and summer of 2008. The floods caused millions of dollars in damages to the surrounding area.
Wabta pewaukee lake 2015
HistoryEdit
Pewaukee Lake has long been a summertime destination for Milwaukee residents. In winter months, ice was often removed from the lake for residents of Milwaukee in the 1800s.