recreational lake

Leisure water body

A recreational lake is a body of water used primarily for leisure activities—swimming, boating, fishing, waterskiing.

The term often distinguishes lakes developed or managed for public enjoyment from those serving other purposes like drinking water supply or hydroelectric power: The county maintains several recreational lakes with public boat ramps.

Many are artificial reservoirs that permit recreation as a secondary use.

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