Topaz Lake

USA / California / Markleeville /
 fishing area, lake, boating
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The modern reservoir was formed by diverting waters from the West Walker River into a nearby basin that had previously contained a smaller, natural lake.
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Coordinates:   38°40'38"N   119°31'49"W

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  • The lake was created when some local farmers threw up a low dam to trap water for ittigation. It has been raised at least once.
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