The Horseshoe Falls is one of three waterfalls that collectively make up the Niagara Falls. Located on the Canadian side of Niagara River, it is characterized by its large curved shape resembling a horseshoe. It has a height of 51 meters (167 feet) and an average width of 790 meters (2,600 feet). The Horseshoe Falls is fed by two sources: Lake Erie and Lake Ontario. Its flow rate varies throughout the year but can reach as high as 6 million cubic feet per minute during peak periods. As such, it produces huge amounts of mist which creates a dramatic effect at night when illuminated with powerful floodlights.