description West Hawk Overview
West Hawk is a meteorite impact crater located in Manitoba, Canada, that was formed approximately 359 million years ago during the Late Devonian period. The structure measures about 2.5 kilometers in diameter and is now occupied by West Hawk Lake, which is the deepest lake in the province. The impact origin of the site is confirmed by the presence of shattered rock formations and shocked quartz found in the area. It is a prominent geological feature within the Canadian Shield.
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Where is the West Hawk impact crater?
West Hawk is located in Manitoba, Canada. The crater is now occupied by West Hawk Lake.
How old is the West Hawk crater?
The impact occurred approximately 359 million years ago during the Late Devonian period. That places its formation deep in Earth's geological history.
How large is the West Hawk crater?
The structure measures about 2.5 kilometers in diameter. Its central depression is now filled by West Hawk Lake.
What is unusual about West Hawk Lake?
West Hawk Lake occupies a meteorite impact crater and is known as the deepest lake in Manitoba. The lake's basin was created by the ancient impact event.
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