Dam Considerations in Flood Mapping Studies (Dam Safety Fact Sheet 1 of 4)

This fact sheet explains the importance of considering dams in flood mapping studies and highlights the hazards and risks associated with dam failures. It underscores the value of sharing dam-related information during flood studies to better assess risks within floodplains. The document provides key definitions related to dam safety, such as dam, dam failure, hazard, and risk, and discusses the role of identifying dams in evaluating risks and hydrologic and hydraulic factors for flood mapping.