Record #00037Nature archive
The Limnological Institute SB RAS says the 1,642 m maximum-depth figure is undisputed and recommends its use; USGS identifies Lake Baikal as the world's deepest freshwater lake.
Current Record
1,642m
Current record value
Lake Baikal is in south-eastern Siberia, Russia.
The exact value follows the Limnological Institute's account of official bathymetric measurements; USGS supports the global ranking.
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Verification explanation pending
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