Septic System Maintenance
One of many factors affecting the quality of Lake Leelanau’s water is good stewardship by riparian property owners, which includes maintenance of their septic systems in good condition. Watch this video Flushing the Future – The Challenge of Failing Septic Systems produced by the Land Information Access Association (LIAA) to learn about the importance of regular pumping and periodic inspection of riparian septic systems.
Water Quality Reports
The Michigan Clean Water Corps publishes yearly water quality reports for Lakes in Michigan. Here are the recent reports for North and South Lake Leelanau:
2019 Data Report for South Lake Leelanau
2019 Data Report for North Lake Leelanau
2017 Data Report for South Lake Leelanau
2017 Data Report for North Lake Leelanau
Other lake reports are available here.