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Welcome to McCormick Lake

McCormick Lake sits inside the Village of Otisville in Forest Township, about 27 miles from downtown Fenton. There's no McCormick Lake listing right now, so use the Forest Township waterfront button above to see what's nearby.

Lake Overview

• Location: inside the Village of Otisville, Forest Township, Genesee County, about 27.2 miles from downtown Fenton.
• Size: about 24 acres (Michigan's Named Inland Lakes, DNR data via MLSA).
• Boating: I didn't find a Michigan DNR local watercraft control naming McCormick Lake (Michigan DNR Genesee County watercraft controls). Nearby Otter Lake in Forest Township has DNR ski-hour rules; those rules name Otter Lake only, not McCormick (Michigan DNR Genesee County watercraft controls).
• Shoreline: Microsoft building-footprint map data shows about 26 buildings near the shore.
• Public access: I didn't find a published public boat launch for McCormick Lake. Ask me, and we'll confirm what applies to a specific home.

Living on McCormick Lake

McCormick Lake fits buyers who want a small village lake with more shoreline homes than Otisville's quieter ponds. Expect a neighborhood setting rather than a big all-sports scene. I'll confirm water access and deed rights for any home you like.

Otisville & Schools

McCormick Lake is inside the Village of Otisville in Forest Township. LakeVille Community Schools, headquartered in Otisville, serves Otisville and parts of Forest Township (Wikipedia). I confirm the district, sewer or septic, and well 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 local rules. Homes inside the Village of Otisville also follow village zoning; others follow Forest Township zoning. I'll check docks, shoreline work and any village or township rules for the specific parcel.
• 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 McCormick Lake. 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.
• There's no McCormick Lake listing right now, so let me set up a saved search.

Tips for Sellers

• Lead with the in-village Otisville setting and the shoreline home count.
• Document your frontage, dock and water depth at the shore.
• Have sewer, well or septic records ready.

FAQ

How big is McCormick Lake?

About 24 acres (Michigan's Named Inland Lakes, DNR data via MLSA).

Is there a public boat launch?

I didn't find a published public launch. We'll confirm access for the specific home.

Which school district is McCormick Lake in?

Many Otisville and Forest Township addresses are in LakeVille Community Schools. I confirm the specific address.

Let's Talk Lake Life

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