| Academy Lake | |
|---|---|
  Academy Lake | |
| Location | Charles Mix County, South Dakota |
| Coordinates | 43°27′46″N99°06′37″W / 43.462859°N 99.110371°W Coordinates: 43°27′46″N99°06′37″W / 43.462859°N 99.110371°W |
| Type | Reservoir |
| Surface elevation | 1,627 feet (496 m) |
Academy Lake is a reservoir in Charles Mix County, South Dakota, in the United States. [1]
Academy Lake took its name from nearby Academy, South Dakota. [2]
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