Dam Safety Warning Signs Best Practices Promoting Public Awareness and Preventing Loss of Life (FEMA P-2188)

This FEMA guide provides best practices for dam safety warning signs to promote public awareness and prevent loss of life near dams. It details the responsibilities of dam owners, methods for assessing public risks at dams, identifying hazards from water flows and human activities, calculating risk ratings, and setting risk boundaries. The document emphasizes effective risk mitigation through signage, including messaging, language considerations, and community education to enhance public safety around dam sites.