French Paper Company Dam
Michigan — Berrien County — Saint Joseph River
Location
| State | Michigan |
| County | Berrien |
| River | Saint Joseph River |
| Coordinates | 41.81833, -86.26000 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 22 ft |
| Dam Height | 22 ft |
| Dam Length | 1,000 ft |
| NID Storage | 1,600 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 1,600 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 80 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Not Rated |
| EAP Status | Not Required |
| Last Inspection | August 16, 2012 |
| Inspection Frequency | 5 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1887 |
| Primary Purpose | Hydroelectric |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Owner | French Paper Company |
| Other Name | Niles Dam |
Location Map
About This Dam Record
Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.