Lake Waahi
Lake Waahi (or up to 1913 sometimes called Lake Waihi) is located immediately to the west of Huntly, in the Waikato Region. Lake Waahi is a riverine lake, which links to the Waikato River by way of the short Waahi Stream. The smaller Lake Puketirini lies immediately to Waahi's southeast.
| Lake Waahi | |
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Lake Waahi boat ramp | |
Lake Waahi | |
| Location | North Island |
| Coordinates | 37°33′30″S 175°07′30″E |
| Type | riverine lake |
| Primary outflows | Waahi Stream |
| Basin countries | New Zealand |
| Max. length | 3.2 km (2.0 mi) |
| Max. width | 0.6 km (0.37 mi) |
| Surface area | 522 hectares (1,290 acres) (open water) |
| Max. depth | 5 metres (16 ft) |
The lake has a maximum depth of five metres and the open water covers approximately 522 hectares, though the lake extends further through marsh and fenland.
The lake is situated within predominantly pastoral land.
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