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Loch Kishorn is a sea loch on the west coast of Scotland, connected with the waters around the Applecross and northwest Highland region. It became associated with Kishorn Yard, an industrial construction site developed during the 1970s with a large dry dock. The yard was used in the fabrication and assembly of major offshore oil-production structures, linking the loch to the industrial expansion of North Sea petroleum development.
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Where is Loch Kishorn in Scotland?
Loch Kishorn is a sea loch in the northwest Highlands of Scotland, near Applecross and Loch Carron. It is a northern branch of Loch Carron.
How large is Loch Kishorn?
The loch is about 4 kilometers long and roughly 1.5 kilometers wide. Its maximum recorded depth is around 92 meters.
What was Kishorn Yard used for?
Kishorn Yard was an industrial construction site developed during the 1970s beside the loch. It became known for a large dry dock used for major offshore and industrial construction projects.
Is Loch Kishorn connected to Loch Carron?
Yes, Loch Kishorn branches from Loch Carron in the northwest Highlands. That connection places it within the network of sea lochs around the Applecross peninsula.
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