Lake Lefferts
Reservoir in Matawan, New Jersey
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Lake Lefferts (Latitude: 40.414552, Longitude: -74.234589) is a man-made lake in Matawan, New Jersey.[2] The lake is the result of the construction in 1928 of Lake Lefferts Dam, which captured and stored the flow of Matawan Creek.
| Lake Lefferts | |
|---|---|
  Lake Lefferts Location in New Jersey | |
| Location | Matawan, New Jersey |
| Coordinates | 40°24′52″N 74°14′05″W |
| Type | Reservoir |
| Surface elevation | 13 feet (4.0 m)[1] |
The lake is home to sunnies(sunfish), bluegill, crappie, bass, catfish, and pickerel. Near Ravine Drive is a recreational outdoor area, which includes a public fishing dock, boat launch, and canoe rental.[3]
