Lake Yessey

Lake Yessey (Russian: Ессей) is a large freshwater lake in Krasnoyarsk Krai, north-central part of Russia. It has an area of 238 km2 (92 sq mi). Many rivers empty to the lake, and the lake is rich in fish. The endangered Lake Yessey (Esei) Char, Salvelinus tolmachoffi, is found in the waters of the lake.[1][2]

Lake Yessey
Ессей
seen from space (false color)
Lake Yessey
Ессей
Lake Yessey
Ессей
LocationYessey, Krasnoyarsk Krai, north-central Russia
Coordinates68.4666667°N 102.4166667°E / 68.4666667; 102.4166667
Basin countriesRussia
Surface area238 km2 (92 sq mi)
Max. depth13 m (43 ft)

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