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Elk River Watershed

Additional Resources

Elk River Chain of Lakes Watershed Management Plan (2001)

A working report describing the responsibilities, funding needs, and time lines for coordinated activities planned in the watershed.

Covers the following bodies of water: Dingman River, Beals Lake, Scotts Lake, Six Mile River, St. Clair Lake, Ellsworth Lake, Wilson Lake, Benway Lake, Hanley Lake, Intermediate Lake, Intermediate River, Cedar River, Lake Bellaire, Grass River, Clam Lake, Clam River, Torch Lake, Torch River, Lake Skegemog, Elk Lake, Elk River, Rapid River, Bottle Creek, Williamsburg Creek, Lake of the Woods, Thayer Lake

Elk River Chain of Lakes - 2010 Lake Profile

Tip of the Mitt Watershed Council has worked for decades to ensure that our waters remain magnificent resources. The information and data contained in the Chain of Lakes Profile illustrates the hard work of our staff and volunteers to ensure the high water quality of lakes in our region now and in the future.

Elk River Chain of Lakes Watershed Property Owners’ Permit Guide

If you have plans to build, drill or fill there are some things you should know before you begin. Many home improvement activities are regulated by local, state or federal agencies. As a result, a review process and permits are often required before work begins. This process can be confusing for the homeowner seeking answers. To help you navigate through the right channels, we offer this resource to set you on your course toward achieving your property goals.

Additional information about Elk-Skegemog Lakes can be obtained from the following partner organization.

Elk Skegemog Lakes Association

Mission
Do all things and take such actions as may be necessary or desireable to protect and preserve the environment of the area of the Elk-Skegemog watershed, including connecting lakes, streams and wetlands.

Contact:                 Bob Kingon, President
Mailing Address:   10202 E. Elk Lake Drive
City/State/Zip:       Rapid City, MI 49676

Phone: 322-6055
E-mail: rjkingon@prodigy.net

Website: http://www.elk-skegemog.org