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Lake Horney


Polk County Water Atlas Information for Lake Horney

Overview of Lake Horney


Lake Horney has an average depth of 1.2 m (3.9 ft), with a surface area of 28.33 sq. km (4.94 acres).
Lake Horney serves a drainage basin area of 1,084.56 sq. km (266.76 acres).

Facts about Lake Horney:
  • Lake Horney was created from a willow wetland in the 1950's.
  • It receives inflow from Lake Morton and discharges into Lake Hollingsworth.
  • Grass carp and herbicides have been used in attempts to control Hydrilla.
  • Recreational activities include fishing with appropriate permits.

    Click here for a bathymetric map of Lake Horney