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Lake Chrisann is a manmade freshwater inland lakes in Pennsylvania, covering an area of 40 acres and located in Bridgewater county.



History
The man made freshwater lake is formed by rainwater and the inlet from nearby Heart Lake. The 5-year development period began in 1957 by Irving Loomis, Sr and his two sons, Irving Loomis, Jr. and Roland Loomis. By 1960 the lake bottom was cleared of all timber and the dam was nearing completion. On Thursday, May 31st, 1962 an advertisement was put in the Montrose Independent newspaper to sell the developed lots.



Description
Lake Chrisann is approximately 2200 feet long and 900 feet wide with a maximum depth of 42 feet. There are approximately 1.1 miles of shoreline on this 40 acre lake. Much of the land is privately owned, however there is public boat access by the outlet dam. The lots and the public boat ramp are accessible through a 2 mile gravel road.

The lake sits between the hills of Bridgewater Township, Pennsylvania and the New Milford Township, Pennsylvania.

It was named for Chrisann Loomis, granddaughter of the creator, Irving Loomis Sr.

Use and recreation
The lake is popular as a vacation destination and has seen a corresponding rise in retirement and second homes. The manmade lake offers swimming, sailing, boating, fishing.

Several species including largemouth bass, walleye, catfish, crappie, bluegill, and yellow perch have been stocked in the lake.

The lake has an electric-only motor policy on boats in order to maintain the tranquility of the lake.