Lake Vanda

Vanda basin, Wright Valley      Waterbody ID: 15

 

Description

Lake Vanda is located in the Wright Valley, adjacent to the Taylor Valley. It is fed primarily by the Onyx River, which has its origin at Lake Brownworth, and ultimately at the Lower Wright Glacier located ~27 km east of the lake. The lake has no outflow. Lake elevation: 143 m. Maximum depth: 75 m.

 

Environmental data

Hydrological, biological, chemical, and physical property measurements have been made for a number of McMurdo Dry Valley streams and lakes.

See: LTER Data

 

Lake Vanda, Wright Valley.

See: Overview maps

 

Maintenance of the Lake Vanda meteorology station. 2001. Photo: Bert Vermillion.

 

Lake Vanda field camp 0. Photo: Arne Bomblies.