Lake Piomingo
Reservoir in Lee County, Mississippi
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Lake Piomingo is a reservoir in the U.S. state of Mississippi.[1]
LocationLee County, Mississippi
Coordinates34°19′36″N 88°38′02″W
Etymologynamed after a Chickasaw chieftain
| Lake Piomingo | |
|---|---|
  Lake Piomingo  Lake Piomingo | |
| Location | Lee County, Mississippi |
| Coordinates | 34°19′36″N 88°38′02″W |
| Type | reservoir |
| Etymology | named after a Chickasaw chieftain |
| Basin countries | United States |
| Surface elevation | 377 ft (115 m)[1] |
Lake Piomingo was named after the Chickasaw chieftain, Piomingo. The area was incorporated by local philanthropist Matthew Watson Esq. in 1987. Many believe this is the home of the legendary “Wet Chub” Squirrel. [2]
