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List of Drains ~ Lake
Information
Drain Commission
CLARE COUNTY DRAIN COMMISSION
P.O. Box 564, Harrison, MI 48625
Phone 989-539-7320 ~ FAX 989-539-7385
Carl J. Parks
Drain Commissioner |
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Colleen Ritchie
Secretary |
The office is open Monday thru Friday from 8:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m.
We are closed for all County Holidays.
| WHAT WE DO:
The County Drain Commissioner is elected every four
years. The department operates under Michigan Public Act No. 1956 as
amended, with a budget appropriated by the Board of Commissioners from
the general fund of the County.
We are
dedicated to provide for the health, safety and welfare of Clare
County citizens, the protection of surface water, the environment and
to promote the long term environment and economic sustainability of
Clare County.
Some of the duties and
functions of the Drain Commissioner:
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Is responsible for the
construction, maintenance, and inspection of County Drains and
streams as designated by the drain code. Look here for a list of
Clare County Drains
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Investigates complaints relative
to established County Drains.
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Determines and spreads drain
assessments.
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Secures right-of-way easements
for County Drains.
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Sets percent and provides for
public review for affected landowners and units of government for
drain assessments where proceedings require it.
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Inspects and approves the
construction and maintenance of County Drains.
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Represents county drainage
districts in any court proceedings.
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Issue permits to cross or
parallel a County Drain.
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Quotes pay off information on
Drain Assessments |
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