Lake Gem (Florida)
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| Lake Gem | |
|---|---|
| Location | Winter Haven, Florida |
| Coordinates | Lua error in package.lua at line 80: module 'strict' not found. |
| Type | natural freshwater lake |
| Basin countries | United States |
| Max. length | 475 feet (145 m) |
| Max. width | 425 feet (130 m) |
| Surface area | 3.15 acres (1.27 ha) |
| Surface elevation | 138 feet (42 m) |
Lake gem is a round lake on the north side of Winter Haven, Florida. It is tiny and has a surface area of 3.15-acre (12,700 m2). On its north side is residential housing. On its east, west and south, it is bordered by trees. It is just north of the Polk State College campus. 11th Street Northeast passes 50 feet (15 m) to the east of Lake Gem.[1][2]
Lake Gem has no public boat ramp or swimming beach. The only public access is along the strip of land bordering 11th Street. The Hook and Bullet website says Lake Gem contains largemouth bass, bluegill and crappie.[3]
References
- ↑ Fishing Works website, at http://www.fishingworks.com/lakes/florida/polk/winter-haven/lake-gem/ .
- ↑ Polk County Water Atlas, at http://www.polk.wateratlas.usf.edu/lake/default.asp?wbodyatlas=lake&wbodyid=160603 .
- ↑ Hook and Bullet website, at http://www.hookandbullet.com/fishing-lake-gem-winter-haven-fl/ .
