FEMA National Dam Safety Program Overview

The FEMA Fact Sheet provides an overview of the National Dam Safety Program, highlighting the importance of dams in the nation's infrastructure. It discusses the benefits of dams, such as flood protection, water supply, hydroelectric power, irrigation, and recreation, while emphasizing the potential risks associated with dam failures due to natural hazards, man-made threats, and aging infrastructure. The document outlines the National Dam Safety Program's goal of preventing dam failures, reducing impacts on lives and properties, and educating the public and decision-makers through various initiatives and partnerships.