Lake Worth Lagoon
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The Lake Worth Lagoon is a lagoon located in Palm Beach County, Florida. It runs parallel to the coast, and is separated from the Atlantic Ocean by barrier beaches, including Palm Beach Island. The lagoon is connected to the Atlantic Ocean by two permanent, man-made inlets.
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Lake Worth | |
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Location | Palm Beach County, Florida |
Coordinates | 26°40′53″N 80°02′45″W |
Type | Lagoon |
Etymology | Named for William J. Worth |
Primary inflows | West Palm Beach Canal |
Primary outflows | Lake Worth Inlet, South Lake Worth Inlet |
Max. length | 21 miles (34 km) |
Max. width | 1 mile (1.6 km) |
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