Clay Township is a progressive community providing full time service in government and protection. The township has approximately 30 employees and provides services ranging from police and fire, DPW and library to complete general services.

The township is located on the St. Clair River about 40 miles from Detroit. Clay Township abounds in water front properties and is 37 square miles in size. The township cups around the City of Algonac and includes farmland properties.

Population: As of 2000 Clay Township had a population of 9,822 at the time being the second highest populated Township in St. Clair County.

Land Area: The 37 square mile township includes Harsen's Island, Russell Island, Dickinson Island and St. Johns Marsh.