Loch Enoch
Loch Enoch is a multi-basin freshwater loch in Galloway, to the east of Merrick and south of Mullwharchar. The loch is situated in a granite basin and has several small islands and some beaches on its shore. The sharp granite sand of these beaches was collected and sold for sharpening knives and scythes. The catchment area's vegetation is mainly Purple Moor Grass and Heather.
Loch Enoch | |
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Loch Enoch | |
Location | Galloway |
Coordinates | 55°08′10″N 4°26′20″W |
Type | Loch |
Primary outflows | Eglin Lane |
Catchment area | 186 ha (460 acres) |
Basin countries | Scotland |
Surface area | 50 ha (120 acres) |
Max. depth | ~36 m (118 ft) |
Surface elevation | 493 m (1,617 ft) |
References |
The loch's outflow supplies Loch Doon and the River Doon, both in Ayrshire.
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