Lakefront Properties
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Summer drought? Not on Southeast Michigan freeways
Published on July 26, 2016
Heavy rains recently closed freeways due to flooding. Why does this occur and what can individuals do to reduce stormwater flooding? -
Lake augmentation – a solution to low inland lake levels? Part 2
Published on December 18, 2012
After a drought year, lake residents may be considering augmenting lake levels. MSUE Q&A document outlines regulation of water sources for lake augmentation projects. -
Lake augmentation – a solution to low inland lake levels? Part 1
Published on November 29, 2012
After a dry year, lake residents may be considering augmenting lake levels. If so, there are ecological and regulatory considerations. -
Irrigating with lake water during drought and dry weather
Published on August 29, 2012
Lakefront property owners have riparian right to “reasonable use” of lake water. -
The ups and downs of Michigan inland lake levels
Published on August 29, 2012
Different types of inland lakes may vary in response to the 2012 summer drought. -
Summer fish kills reported in Michigan inland lakes
Published on August 3, 2012
Lakes with high phosphorus levels may be at higher risk for fish kills.