Shuga (lake)
| Shuga | |
|---|---|
| Шұға | |
Sentinel-2 image of the lake | |
| Location | Abai Region |
| Coordinates | 50°13′13″N 79°10′28″E / 50.22028°N 79.17444°E |
| Catchment area | 311 km2 (120 sq mi) |
| Basin countries | Kazakhstan |
| Max. length | 5.2 km (3.2 mi) |
| Max. width | 36 km (22 mi) |
| Surface area | 11.2 km2 (4.3 sq mi) |
| Residence time | UTC+6 |
| Surface elevation | 235.5 m (773 ft) |
Shuga (Kazakh: Шұға; Russian: Шуга) is a salt lake in Zhanasemey District, Abai Region, Kazakhstan.
The lake is located 73 km (45 mi) to the west of Semey city, former Semipalatinsk. The area surrounding the lake is used as pasture for local cattle.