Resource

Guidelines for Inspection and Maintenance of Dams

Resource Type
Guidelines, Technical Manuals, Reference Books
Reference Title
Guidelines for Inspection and Maintenance of Dams
Organization/Agency
Connecticut Department of Environmental Protection
Fuss & O'Neill Inc.
Year
2001
Date
9/2001
Topic Location
Connecticut
Abstract/Additional Information

46 pp. Contents:
A. INTRODUCTION - Purpose and Scope; Importance of Dam Maintenance and Inspection
B. DAM SAFETY REGULATIONS, OWNER RESPONSIBILITY AND LIABILITY - DEP Dam Safety Program Overview; Pertinent Statutes and Regulations; How Dams are Classified; Operation and Maintenance Plan Requirements; Inspection Requirements; Responsibility and Liability
C. TYPES OF DAMS AND COMPONENTS
D. TYPES OF FAILURE - Seepage/Piping; Overtopping/Erosion; Structural; Problems, Consequences, Recommended Actions
E. PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE - Embankment; Spillways; Intake/Outlet Structures; Masonry and Rubble Walls; Miscellaneous Safety and Access Features
F. MAINTENANCE SUMMARY AND SCHEDULE TABLE
G. INSPECTION CHECKLIST
H. REPAIR ASSISTANCE AND EMERGENCY INFORMATION - When a Permit May Be Required; When to Contact a Professional Engineer; Emergency Operation Plan; Local Emergency Management Role; Emergency Telephone Numbers
GLOSSARY OF TERMS
APPENDIX - Inspection Checklist