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Welcome to Atlas Millpond

Atlas Millpond is a quiet mill pond beside the small community of Atlas, about a mile north of the Village of Goodrich and about 13 miles from downtown Fenton. The buttons above show Atlas Millpond homes for sale right now.

Lake Overview

• Location: Atlas Township, Genesee County, about 13.3 miles from downtown Fenton, near the unincorporated community of Atlas, about a mile north of Goodrich (Wikipedia).
• Size: about 32 acres (Michigan's Named Inland Lakes, DNR data via MLSA); the Atlas Township 2025-2029 Recreation Plan lists 51 acres.
• Boating: a current listing describes it as a no-motor lake (Gale Road listing). I didn't find a Michigan DNR local watercraft control naming it (Michigan DNR Genesee County watercraft controls).
• Shoreline: Microsoft building-footprint map data shows about 32 buildings near the shore.
• Public access: Atlas County Park on Hegel Road lets visitors launch kayaks or canoes for a paddle to Atlas Millpond (Genesee County Parks). I didn't find a public boat launch on the pond itself.

Living on Atlas Millpond

Atlas Millpond suits buyers who want calm water. Atlas County Park has 150 acres of trails and creek fishing, and the non-motorized Gale Road trail links the park to downtown Goodrich (Genesee County Parks).

Atlas Township & Schools

Atlas Millpond is in Atlas Township. The current listing has an Atlas (48411) address and shows Goodrich Area Schools, public sewer and a private well (Gale Road listing). Goodrich Area Schools covers almost all of the township, with Grand Blanc and Davison schools serving some areas (Atlas Township 2025-2029 Recreation Plan). I confirm the district and utilities for every home. See my Goodrich community page for more.

Tips for Buyers

• Understand riparian rights. Michigan waterfront ("riparian") owners generally have rights to dock and reach the water (EGLE inland lakes guide). "Lake privileges" or a shared lot is different, so read the deed and any easement.
• Know the township rule on lake access. Atlas Township zoning limits riparian use of a waterfront parcel to one home and bars non-waterfront owners from using others' frontage (Zoning Ordinance Section 3.350).
• Seawalls and permanent docks generally need an EGLE permit, while seasonal docks usually don't (EGLE dock handout). Ask for permit records.
• Confirm sewer or septic and well, and schedule inspections for any private system.
• Check the address on FEMA's Flood Map Service Center and get a flood insurance quote early.
• I didn't find a published lake association or lake special assessment for Atlas Millpond. I'll confirm any dues or assessments on the parcel in writing.
• Taxable value generally "uncaps" after a sale (MCL 211.27a), so don't budget off the seller's tax bill.
• Watch the water name. The current listing says "Atlas/Goodrich Mill Pond," but these are two separate ponds, so I'll confirm which one a home is on.
• Township creeks, including Kearsley Creek, can flood in major storms (Atlas Township 2025-2029 Recreation Plan).

Tips for Sellers

• Lead with the calm water and the paddle route from Atlas County Park.
• Name the pond correctly in your listing.
• Have sewer, well and any flood-insurance records ready.

FAQ

Can I use a motorboat on Atlas Millpond?

A current listing describes it as a no-motor lake. I didn't find a DNR watercraft rule, so we'll confirm for the specific home.

Is there public access?

You can paddle to it from Atlas County Park (Genesee County Parks).

How big is Atlas Millpond?

About 32 acres per DNR data; 51 acres per the township's recreation plan.

Let's Talk Lake Life

Curious about Atlas Millpond or other lakes around Goodrich? I'd love to help. Give me a call at (810) 962-4908.