Blöndulón

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Blöndulón
Blöndulón -
Coordinates 65°10′53″N, 19°38′58″WCoordinates: 65°10′53″N, 19°38′58″W
Lake type reservoir
Primary inflows Blanda, Kolkukvíslar
Primary outflows Blanda
Basin countries Iceland
Surface area 57 km²
Max. depth 39 m

At 57 km², Blöndulón is one of Iceland's largest lakes. It was created in 1984-1991 as a reservoir for the Blönduvirkjun power plant, and has a greatest depth of 39 m. It is situated near Kjölur highland road in the Highlands of Iceland. The hot springs of Hveravellir are situated some 25 km to the south.

See also: Lakes of Iceland