Lake Ontelaunee

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Lake Ontelaunee
Lake Ontelaunee -
Location Berks County, Pennsylvania
Lake type reservoir
Basin countries United States
Surface area 1,082 acres (438 ha)

Lake Ontelaunee is a 1,082-acre (4.38 km²) lake in Berks County, Pennsylvania owned by the City of Reading. The lake was created in 1926 by the damming of Maiden Creek to extend and improve the water supply to the city. In addition, the lake provides a venue for hunters, fishermen, and hikers. The lake supports a large and varied fish population including panfish, largemouth bass, common carp, bullhead catfish, channel catfish, alewife, white perch, muskellunge, and others. No boats are allowed on this lake.

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