Lyman Reservoir Explained

Lyman Reservoir
Pushpin Map:Arizona
Location:Apache County, Arizona
Coords:34.3586°N -109.3653°W
Type:Reservoir
Basin Countries:United States
Area:1400acres
Depth:22feet
Elevation:5980feet
Agency:Grover's Hill Irrigation District

The Lyman Reservoir is the largest lake in the region. Lyman Lake State Park attracts anglers, as well as campers and water skiers year-round.

History

Lyman Lake State Park was officially dedicated on July 1, 1961, making it Arizona's first recreational State Park.[1] The run-offs from nearby Mount Baldy and Escudilla Mountain, the second and third tallest mountains in Arizona respectively, feed into Lyman Lake Reservoir.[2]

Location

Lyman Reservoir is located 17miles north of Springerville.

Description

An irrigation impoundment on the Little Colorado River, Lyman Reservoir consists of 1400acres situated at 5980feet. The lake lies entirely within Lyman Lake State Park. The weather is ideal in the spring, summer, and fall months with average temperatures ranging from eighty to ninety degrees. A few of many leisurely activities in the park include hiking, boating, swimming, fishing.[3] Water levels fluctuate, but when full, the average depth is 22feet, with a maximum depth of 57feet. Lyman Reservoir is a warm water reservoir containing largemouth bass, channel catfish, crappie, carp and a few walleye.

Amenities

The State Parks and Recreation Department maintains year-round visitor amenities. Due to the vast size of Lyman Lake, there are no restrictions on boat sizes. A wide variety of watercraft are also authorized in the park such as canoes, kayaks, and jet skis.[4] The park consists of 56 campsites.[5]

External links

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Park History Lyman Lake State Park. azstateparks.com. en. 2019-05-10.
  2. Web site: Lyman Lake State Park in Arizona USA. azstateparks.com. en. 2019-05-10.
  3. Web site: Arizona White Mountains, Lyman Lake State Park... www.wmonline.com. 2019-05-10.
  4. Web site: Fishing Lyman Lake In AZ – Map, Fish Species, Lake Info. www.aa-fishing.com. 2019-05-10.
  5. Web site: This hidden-gem Arizona park is fun for boaters, anglers, campers. azcentral. en. 2019-05-10.