See Homes for Sale Now

Goodrich Millpond waterfront homesAtlas Township waterfront homes

Welcome to Goodrich Millpond

Goodrich Millpond, often called the Goodrich Mill Pond, is the centerpiece of the Village of Goodrich, about 13 miles from downtown Fenton. (It's a different lake from the Mill Pond in downtown Fenton.) The buttons above show Goodrich Millpond homes for sale right now.

Lake Overview

• Location: inside the Village of Goodrich, Atlas Township, Genesee County, about 12.9 miles from downtown Fenton.
• Size: about 43 acres (Michigan's Named Inland Lakes, DNR data via MLSA).
• History: Kearsley Creek was dammed in 1844 to create the Mill Pond, and the current dam was built in 1919 (Village of Goodrich Master Plan).
• Boating: a current listing describes it as a no-motor lake (Huron Street listing). I didn't find a Michigan DNR local watercraft control naming it (Michigan DNR Genesee County watercraft controls).
• Public access: the village bought a 40-by-60-foot lot on the pond, known as Huron Street Park, for fishing access (Atlas Township 2025-2029 Recreation Plan).

Living on Goodrich Millpond

Goodrich Millpond suits buyers who want water views, paddling and fishing close to town. The current Huron Street listing sits on about 0.65 acres and describes private water frontage (Huron Street listing).

Village of Goodrich & Schools

Goodrich Millpond is in the Village of Goodrich, inside Atlas Township, ZIP code 48438. Goodrich Area Schools serves the village, and the current listing shows Goodrich Area Schools, sewer at the street and a private well (Huron Street listing). I confirm both for every address. 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 local rules. This pond is inside the Village of Goodrich, which has its own zoning, so I'll confirm any village rules on docks and shoreline work for the specific home.
• 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 Goodrich 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.
• Ask about the dam. The pond level depends on the village dam on Kearsley Creek. In June 2026 stuck gates dropped the pond to roughly four feet, and the council voted to replace three water gates and a fish gate; a study outlined about $2,047,500 in phased dam repairs (The Citizen, June 13, 2026). I'll check the village's plans and whether any cost could reach owners.

Tips for Sellers

• Lead with the in-village setting and the quiet, no-motor water.
• Document your frontage, dock and water depth at the shore.
• Have sewer, well and any flood-insurance records ready.

FAQ

Is Goodrich Millpond the same as Fenton's Mill Pond?

No. Fenton's Mill Pond is a separate pond on the Shiawassee River in downtown Fenton.

Can I use a motorboat?

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.

How big is Goodrich Millpond?

About 43 acres (Michigan's Named Inland Lakes, DNR data via MLSA).

Let's Talk Lake Life

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