Briggs Dam
Michigan — Van Buren County — South Branch Paw Paw River
Location
| State | Michigan |
| County | Van Buren |
| River | South Branch Paw Paw River |
| Coordinates | 42.21833, -85.89500 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 9 ft |
| Dam Height | 9 ft |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| NID Storage | 64 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 64 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 18 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Significant |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | July 28, 2020 |
| Inspection Frequency | 4 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1898 |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | Village of Paw Paw |
| Other Name | Ismond Pond 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.