Meelpaeg Lake, also known as Meelpaeg Reservoir,[1] is a natural lake that forms part of the Bay d’Espoir hydroelectric development and functions as a reservoir within the system.[2][3] It located in Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada, adjacent to Ebbegunbaeg Hill and Mount Gabriel.[2] The term Meelpaeg is a Mi'kmaq phrase for 'Lake of many bays or coves'.[1]
| Meelpaeg Lake | |
|---|---|
| Meelpaeg Reservoir | |
| Location | Newfoundland and Labrador |
| Coordinates | 48°14′45″N 56°35′40″W / 48.24583°N 56.59444°W |
| Basin countries | Canada |
| Max. length | 28 kilometres (17 mi) |
| Max. width | 16 kilometres (9.9 mi) |
Surface elevation | 365 kilometres (227 mi) |
| Location | |
 Interactive map of Meelpaeg Lake | |
Geography
editMeelpaeg Lake is measured approximately 28 kilometres (17 mi) in length and 16 kilometres (9.9 mi) in width.[4] The Bay d’Espoir system, a large reservoir development, lies within the lake. Meelpaeg Lake has an approximate elevation of 365 metres (1,198 ft) above sea level.[3]
See also
editReferences
edit- 1 2 Hamilton, William Baillie (1996-01-01). Place Names of Atlantic Canada. University of Toronto Press. ISBN 978-0-8020-7570-3.
- 1 2 "Toponymes of Meelpaeg Lake". toponymes.rncan.gc.ca. Retrieved 2026-04-06.
- 1 2 "The Bay d'Espoir System" (PDF). nlhydro.com. Retrieved 2026-04-06.
- ↑ "Official e-Nav App EN". e-nav.ccg-gcc.evouala.com. Retrieved 2026-04-06.
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