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Sawa Lake in Muthanna, Iraq

Sawa Lake

Iraq, Muthanna

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Sawa Lake

LocationIraq, Muthanna
RegionMuthanna
TypeRamsar Wetland Reserve
Coordinates31.3128°, 45.0061° (show on the map)
Established2014
Area5 km²
Nearest CitySamawah (23 km)
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About Sawa Lake

Unique endorheic lake fed by artesian springs, designated as a Ramsar site. The lake dried up in 2023 due to groundwater over-extraction.

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