Resource
Small Embankment Dam Safety Guide
Resource Type
Guidelines, Technical Manuals, Reference Books
Reference Title
Small Embankment Dam Safety Guide
Organization/Agency
U.S. Bureau of Reclamation
U.S. Department of the Interior
Year
2007
Abstract/Additional Information
Guide to aid DOI bureaus with small dams (Reclamation, BIA, FWS, NPS, and BLM) addresses:
- Comprehensive dam reviews (including failure mode identification and probability) for small dams
- Creative alternatives for addressing small dam risks
- Strategies for reducing small dam investigation and remediation costs
- Using the team concept for efficient project management
- New techniques for monitoring remote dams
- Evaluation and remediation rationale for geotechnical deficiencies
- Benefits of regular maintenance to reduce need for costly dam rehabilitation projects
- Rationale for designing for less than PMF flood events
- Spillway and outlet works remediation strategies for small dams
