According to the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Storm Water Services:
1. Mountain Island Lake is the smallest of three lakes bordering Mecklenburg County.
2. The lake was formed in 1924 with construction of the Mountain Island Hydroelectric Station.
3. Mountain Island Lake has a total surface area of 2,788 acres.
4. There are 27 miles of shoreline in Mecklenburg County.
5. It is the primary water source for Charlotte-Mecklenburg, Gastonia and Mt. Holly.
6. Water stays in Mountain Island Lake for 11 days before flowing into Lake Wylie.
Friday, February 8, 2008
Facts About Mountain Island Lake
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