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Welcome to Lobdell Lake

Lobdell Lake is Argentine Township's big all-sports lake, about six miles from downtown Fenton, with Linden as the nearest town. It has a public DNR boat launch and an active lake association. The buttons above show Lobdell Lake homes for sale right now.

Lake Overview

• Location: Argentine Township, Genesee County, about 6.1 miles from downtown Fenton. The lake straddles the Livingston County line (Ed Constable Team lake guide).
• Size: about 546 acres (Michigan's Named Inland Lakes, DNR data via MLSA); the Ed Constable Team lake guide lists a maximum depth of 78 feet and connections to Bennett and Hoisington lakes.
• Boating: the Ed Constable Team lake guide calls Lobdell all-sports. The Livingston County portions in Deerfield Township sections 1 and 2, and the channels to Hoisington Lake, are slow-no wake (WC-47-90-001, Michigan DNR).
• Public access: a Michigan DNR launch with a hard-surface ramp and 26 parking spaces; a Recreation Passport is required (Outdoor Michigan, Lobdell Lake Boat Launch). The Ed Constable Team lake guide places it on Seymour Road.

Living on Lobdell Lake

Lobdell is a great fit if you want room to boat, ski and fish. The Lobdell-Bennett Lake Association runs fishing contests, boater safety classes and Labor Day fireworks and decorating contests (LBLA). Anglers can expect bluegill, crappie, largemouth bass, northern pike and yellow perch (Ed Constable Team lake guide).

Argentine Township & Schools

Lobdell Lake is in Argentine Township. Argentine Township addresses can carry Linden, Byron, Gaines or Montrose ZIP codes (Wikipedia). Current Lobdell listings show Linden Community Schools and public sewer with a private well (Seymour Road listing). The district and utilities can vary, so I confirm both for every address.

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 dock rules. Argentine Township limits docks to 200 square feet and 50 feet long per buildable lot with riparian frontage, set at least 5 feet from the property line (Ordinance 46).
• 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.
• The Lobdell-Bennett Lake Association works with a professional lake manager on weed control; membership is $15 a year (LBLA membership). Township minutes also mention a Lobdell Lake assessment district (April 28, 2025 minutes), so I'll confirm what a parcel pays, in writing.
• Taxable value generally "uncaps" after a sale (MCL 211.27a), so don't budget off the seller's tax bill.

Tips for Sellers

• Lead with all-sports boating, the DNR launch and the active association.
• Document your frontage, dock size, seawall permits and water depth.
• Have sewer bills, well records and lake assessment amounts ready.

FAQ

Is Lobdell Lake an all-sports lake?

Yes, per the Ed Constable Team lake guide, except the slow-no wake areas in Livingston County (Michigan DNR).

Is there a public boat launch?

Yes. The Michigan DNR launch requires a Recreation Passport (Outdoor Michigan, Lobdell Lake Boat Launch).

Which school district is Lobdell Lake in?

Current listings show Linden Community Schools. Districts can vary, so I confirm the specific address.

Let's Talk Lake Life

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