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Is crater lake a basin

Anonymous

∙ 13y ago

Updated: 12/8/2022

Yes because when the snow off the mountains melts, the water drains into Crater Lake. The snow water is also the cause of why the water is so clear. The water evaporates so Crater Lake does not overflow.

Hope this helped.

Wiki User

∙ 13y ago

What else can I help you with?

The basin of Crater Lake is the remnant of what kind of mountain?

volcanic

A volcano can fall in on itself creating a large basin called?

Calderas, like Crater Lake, Oregan, USA.

What largest crater has a lake above it?

crater lake crater lake

What is deepest lake in Oregon?

Crater lake is the deepest lake in the US. It is Oregons lake.

Does crater lake have snow?

Yes, if you type in "Crater Lake" on google images, you will find a snow-covered crater lake.

What lake is larger Klamath Lake or Crater Lake?

I'm Not Sure. I think it might be Crater Lake.

Is crater lake the deepest lake in Oregon or is it the second deepest lake in Oregon?

Crater Lake is the deepest lake in Oregon.

Does crater lake in Oregon actually occupy a calder OR CRATER?

Yes. Crater Lake is a caldera,

What was the volcano that made crater lake?

Crater Lake is in the caldera of Mount Mazama.

When was The Crater Lake Monster created?

The Crater Lake Monster was created in 1977.

What is the area of Crater Lake?

The area of Crater Lake is 53.354 square kilometers.

Where is Crater Lake located in the US?

Crater Lake is located in the state of Oregon