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Welcome to Mill Pond

Mill Pond is the largest body of water in the Village of Pinckney, inside Putnam Township, Livingston County (Pinckney-Putnam parks plan). It sits just west of the village center (USGS GNIS place data) and about 26.6 miles from downtown Fenton. (Fenton's Mill Pond has its own page.) When I checked in November 2026, my site had no Mill Pond homes for sale, so the button above shows all Putnam Township waterfront homes, and I'm happy to set up a saved search just for Mill Pond.

Lake Overview

• Location: Village of Pinckney, Putnam Township, Livingston County. It sits on Honey Creek, held back by the village's Mill Pond dam (Pinckney-Putnam parks plan).
• Size: EGLE mapping shows about 21 acres. DNR data lists two Livingston County Mill Ponds (DNR lake list via MLSA), so treat that as an estimate.
• Boating: I didn't find a DNR local watercraft rule naming Mill Pond (DNR Livingston County rules).
• Public access: I didn't find a public boat launch.
• History: William Kirtland built a flour mill and dam here in 1836, and the mill ran until 1918 (HRWC history).
• Shoreline: Microsoft building map data shows about 39 buildings near the shore.

Living on Mill Pond

Mill Pond is village living on the water, close to downtown Pinckney. The parks plan proposes trails, a fishing dock and kayak access on the village's Honey Creek-Mill Pond property (Pinckney-Putnam parks plan). Think kayaks, fishing and winter skating rather than speedboats.

Pinckney & Schools

The Village of Pinckney waterfront listing on my site today shows Pinckney Community Schools, and I confirm the district 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. I'll check Village of Pinckney and Putnam Township zoning, association rules, and any dock or shoreline 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 Mill Pond. 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. A Huron River Watershed Council report describes the Mill Pond dam as deteriorating and recommends removal, and the parks plan calls a free-flowing Honey Creek ecologically beneficial. That could change the water in front of a home, so let's ask the village about plans.

Tips for Sellers

• Lead with lake views and the easy trip into downtown Pinckney.
• Say "Mill Pond, Pinckney" in your listing so buyers don't confuse it with other Mill Ponds.
• Have survey, shoreline, and sewer or well details ready.

FAQ

Where is Mill Pond in Pinckney?

Just west of downtown Pinckney, on Honey Creek.

How big is Mill Pond?

EGLE mapping shows about 21 acres.

Can you paddle from Mill Pond to Portage Lake?

Not today. The parks plan sees Honey Creek as a possible future water trail to Portage Lake, but the dams are a challenge.

Let's Talk Lake Life

Want water views with downtown Pinckney close by? I'd love to help you watch for a home on Mill Pond. Give me a call at (810) 962-4908.