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Welcome to West Crooked Lake

West Crooked Lake, also called Little Crooked Lake, is a private lake in Genoa Township, Livingston County, about 19.2 miles from downtown Fenton. When I checked in October 2026, my site had one West Crooked Lake home, and the first button above always shows what's available today.

Lake Overview

• Location: Genoa Township, Livingston County, linked by channels to East (Big) Crooked Lake and Clifford (Round) Lake (Michigan DNR Livingston County watercraft controls).
• Size: about 191 acres in DNR data (Michigan's Named Inland Lakes, DNR data via MLSA); the Livingston County Drain Commissioner lists 188 acres, and the MichiganLakes.com directory reports depths of 19 feet.
• Lake levels: the county keeps court-ordered summer and winter levels at the dam and plans to start the 2026 winter drawdown on November 2 (Livingston County Drain Commissioner).
• Boating: under rule R281.747.17, slow-no-wake applies on the canals and channels joining the three lakes (Michigan DNR Livingston County watercraft controls).
• Public access: a local agent's West Crooked Lake page reports none; the closest DNR launch is on East Crooked.
• Shoreline: Microsoft building-footprint map data shows about 199 buildings near the shore.

Living on West Crooked Lake

West Crooked is the smaller of the two Crooked lakes, with the bigger East Crooked just through the channel. The all-sports Highcrest Drive listing is a 2006 build with a walkout lower level and sunset views.

Genoa Township & Schools

West Crooked Lake is in Genoa Township, with Brighton mailing addresses. The current listing is in Brighton Area Schools, with sanitary sewer and a private well. I confirm the district and utilities 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 Genoa 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.
• Genoa Township runs a five-year East and West Crooked Lakes aquatic weed-control special assessment for 2023 to 2027, about $202 per parcel over five years (Genoa Township's 2023 board packet). I'll confirm current assessments and any dues in writing.
• Taxable value generally "uncaps" after a sale (MCL 211.27a), so don't budget off the seller's tax bill.
• Ask how the dock and shoreline work at both summer and winter levels, and whether the frontage is on the main lake or a channel.

Tips for Sellers

• Lead with the all-sports water and the three-lake chain.
• Say "West (Little) Crooked Lake, Genoa Township" so buyers don't confuse it with Fenton's Crooked Lake.
• Have sewer, well, dock and assessment records ready.

FAQ

Can I boat from West Crooked to East Crooked?

Yes, through slow-no-wake channels (Michigan DNR Livingston County watercraft controls). I'll confirm what's navigable from a specific home.

Does the lake level change during the year?

Yes. The county keeps a court-ordered summer level and a lower winter level (Livingston County Drain Commissioner).

How big is West Crooked Lake?

About 191 acres in DNR data (Michigan's Named Inland Lakes, DNR data via MLSA).

Let's Talk Lake Life

Thinking about West Crooked Lake? I'd love to help you find the right spot on the chain. Give me a call at (810) 962-4908.