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:

Little Tobacco River Intercounty Drain

Little Tobacco Drain Map

Surrey Lake Dredging Project:

• Surrey Lake Dredging Project Final update, June 2012

• Map of Surrey Lake after completion of Project

• Map of the Lake Before the Project

• Surrey Lake 2017 Year End Report