Meddybemps Lake | |
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Location | Washington County, Maine, United States |
Coordinates | 45°02′27″N 67°21′22″W / 45.04083°N 67.35611°W |
Type | Reservoir [1] |
Surface area | 6,765 acres (2,738 ha) |
Max. depth | 58 ft (18 m) |
Surface elevation | 174 ft (53 m) [1] |
Islands | Numerous |
Settlements |
Meddybemps Lake is a large lake in Washington County, Maine. The lake contains numerous islands, and has a total area of about 6,765 acres (27.38 km2). Its maximum depth is 58 feet (18 m). The lake itself is split between four towns: Alexander, Baileyville, Baring, and Meddybemps. [2] It is well known for its prolific smallmouth bass fishing. [3] [4]