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Clinton River

Clinton River Area of Concern (AOC)

The Clinton River AOC, located just north of the city of Detroit, encompasses the entire Clinton River watershed. Although historical industrial and municipal discharges were the primary reason for poor water quality in the Clinton River AOC, ongoing contamination problems have been caused by multiple sources. Contaminants found in the Clinton River include heavy metals such as mercury, polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs), E. coli, oil and grease.

Cover of the Eat Safe Fish GuideView the fish consumption guidelines for this waterbody in the Southeast Eat Safe Fish Guide.

The rules and regulations for this river can be found in the DNR Fishing Guide.

Additional Resources

Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS)

Eat Safe Fish from Areas of Concern (factsheet)

Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE)

Clinton River Area of Concern

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Clinton River Area of Concern