Lake Levels

Procedures for Stabilizing Inland Lake Levels - The DEQ has published this document to familiarize interested parties, including local government officials and lake property owners, with the procedures for establishing and maintaining normal (legal) lake levels under Part 307 of Act 451.

Inland Lake Levels - Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act (EXCERPT) Act 451 of 1994 Part 307, here is the act from the Michigan Legislature on establishing inland lake levels.

Lake Management

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