Lake Washington (Florida)

The first paragraph should be a self-contained description including the most important things to know; name(s) - both historic and current - in bold, location (continent/countries/seaboards), and notable facts about the lake, such as largest port (see Wikipedia:Lead section for guidelines). ---> Lake Washington is the largest lake in Brevard County, Florida, United States, at . The lake may have been named for the U.S. Deputy Surveyor Colonel Henry Washington, after he surveyed the area in 1844. == Hydrology ==

It is the 41st largest lake in the state of Florida. It is approximately and deep. Located adjacent to the City of Melbourne, it is the single most important source of fresh water for the city and the surrounding areas. It furnishes two-thirds of the water to Melbourne's 150,000 customers. The John A. Buckley Surface Water Treatment Plant is located nearby. It is owned by the City of Melbourne and furnishes it, and other cities, with potable water. The water main is in diameter. It is one of the lakes that make up the St. Johns River system. Further downstream is the neighboring Lake Winder. == Economy ==

Exit 183 off Interstate 95 provides access to the lake. At the dead end of Lake Washington Road is Lake Washington Park, where boating is permitted. The park contains a playground and pavilions for parties. == Nearby cities ==

• Melbourne • West Melbourne • Melbourne Village • Palm Bay == See also ==