Alum Creek (Delaware)
Alum Creek (Delaware)
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Alum Creek Lake in Delaware County, Ohio
This lake has 8 Layers or 15 Layers for HD Version
Alum Creek Lake is a substantial 3,387-acre man-made reservoir located in Central Ohio, approximately 20 miles north of Columbus. Constructed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers in the early 1970s through the damming of Alum Creek, the lake serves as both a flood control measure and a premier recreational destination. The impoundment features a long, irregular shoreline defined by high shale bluffs, deep wooded ravines, and old farm fields, giving it a rugged, natural character despite its man-made origin. Its maximum depth reaches 68 feet near the dam, while much of the water is moderately deep, ranging from 20 to 40 feet. This diverse structure and substrate, composed of both rock and silt, support a thriving, multi-species fishery.
The lake and its surrounding Alum Creek State Park offer an exceptional array of recreational opportunities for visitors across all seasons. Boating is a major draw, with an unlimited horsepower zone on the southern half dedicated to high-speed water sports, and a calmer, no-wake zone on the northern half favored by paddlers and fishermen. Anglers target quality catches of Largemouth and Smallmouth Bass, Muskie, and the heavily-stocked Saugeye. On land, the park boasts Ohio’s largest inland beach—a sprawling 3,000-foot sandy area—along with extensive trails for hiking, mountain biking, and horseback riding. Nearby points of interest include the Friends of Alum Creek Dog Park and the renowned Columbus Zoo & Aquarium. During the winter holiday season, the park transforms into a major attraction with the annual Butch Bando's Fantasy of Lights drive-thru display.
Dimensions:
Small: 8"x12"
Medium: 12"x18"
Large: 16"x24"
Extra Large: 20"x30"
XX Large: 24"x36"
Gigantic 30"x45"
HD Extra Large: 20"x30" - 15 Layers
HD XX Large: 24"x36" - 15 Layers
HD Gigantic 30"x45" - 15 Layers
The difference between standard and HD maps is the number of layers. Standard maps have 1 land layer and 7 water layers. " The HD lake maps have 1 land layer and 14 water layers. So twice the detail. The HD Maps are limited to Extra Large, " XX Large, and Gigantic sizes only. On the smaller sizes the depth change of the wood is too extreme and you end up losing detail."
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