| Echo Lake | |
|---|---|
 Echo Lake from Echo Lake Park | |
  Echo Lake  Echo Lake | |
| Location | Shoreline, Washington |
| Coordinates | 47°46′17″N 122°20′35″W / 47.771421°N 122.343184°W |
| Basin countries | United States |
| Surface area | 11.10 acres (4.49 ha) |
| Max. depth | 30 ft (9.1 m) |
| Surface elevation | 395 ft (120 m) |
Echo Lake is located in Shoreline, Washington, a suburb adjacent to Seattle. Echo Lake Park sits on its northeastern corner.
History
Echo Lake has played an important role in Shoreline's history. During the 1800s, logging was a significant industry in the region. Echo Lake and other nearby lakes such as Lake Ballinger, Haller Lake, and Bitter Lake. From 1916 to 1996, it had a bathing beach that cost a nickel for admission. The lake was a center for social life, especially during the summer. Apartment buildings now stand on the former beach site.[1][2][3]
Description
Echo Lake Park contains popular amenities such as a beach, paved trails, a playground, and public art.[4]
Echo Lake is stocked with rainbow trout by the Washington State Department of Fish and Wildlife.[5] The lake suffers from high nutrient levels (eutrophication), causing algal growth and impacting water quality. In April 2021, these conditions led to algal blooms containing anatoxin, a highly toxic chemical. This led to a temporary lake closure.[6][7]
References
- ↑ Copass, Cloantha. "Overview of Shoreline History". King County. Retrieved January 11, 2024.
- ↑ Stein, Alan. "Shoreline — Thumbnail History". HistoryLink. Retrieved January 11, 2024.
- ↑ "Echo Lake Bathing Beach and parking lot, Echo Lake, 1952". University of Washington. Retrieved January 11, 2024.
- ↑ "Echo Lake Park". City of Shoreline, Washington. Retrieved January 11, 2024.
- ↑ "Echo Lake". Washington State Department of Fish and Wildlife. Retrieved January 11, 2024.
- ↑ "Echo-Shoreline Lake". King County. Retrieved January 11, 2024.
- ↑ "Toxic algae closes Echo Lake in Shoreline to recreational activities". KIRO 7. Retrieved January 11, 2024.