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Aug 6, 2025 · The Interagency Committee on Dam Safety (ICODS) has prepared and approved the following federal guidelines for federal agency dam owners and regulators. These …

These programs and activities have increased safety inspections, emergency planning, and dam rehabilitation and repair. Since the late 1990s, some federal and state dam safety programs …

This website serves as a repository for current guidelines and recommendations related to dam safety. Website content is written collaboratively by volunteers and approved prior to …

Dam owners must prioritize public safety by implementing measures to reduce the risk of dam failure and its potential consequences, especially if recreational activities exist at their dam. …

Dec 16, 2025 · More than 16,700 dams across the country are classified as high hazard potential as of 2024, according to the Association of State Dam Safety Officials. Over 2,500 of these …

Jul 10, 2020 · The Commission cooperates with a large number of federal and state agencies to ensure and promote dam safety and, more recently, homeland security. Approximately 3,036 …

2 days ago · On November 9, 2025, a leak in Carter Lake’s 21-foot dam in Polk County, Texas, prompted officials to evacuate 20–30 nearby households over flooding fears.

17 hours ago · The department monitors facility safety and environmental standards through reports from dam operators and licence renewals. The lands fall under CIRNAC's …

Dec 8, 2025 · As advancements in dam safety continue to evolve, monitoring the condition and risk profile of structures like Dmacc Dam is essential for preserving both environmental and …