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Lake Tutira

Depth: 50 metres

Area: 170 hectares

Altitude: 160 metres

Lake ID: 36981

Main vegetation type:
High Productivity Grassland

North Napier

Hawke's Bay
39° 13' 30" S
176° 53' 53" E
Lowland

Iwi / representative groups:

  • Maungaharuru Tangitū Hapū

    Description

    Lake Tūtira has a maximum depth of 42 m and an average depth of 21 m, has a surface area of 174 hectares and is approximately 155 m above sea level. Water stays in the lake for at least 3 years. Its close proximity to urban areas makes the lake a valued and well-used recreational asset for fishing and water activities. Lake Tutira also has high cultural significance to local Maori. The lake is prone to algal blooms over the warmer summer months (source lawa.co.nz).

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