FEMA National Dam Safety Program Overview

This fact sheet provides an overview of the FEMA National Dam Safety Program (NDSP), outlining its mission to prevent dam failures and reduce risks to life, property, and the environment. It details the program's partnership structure, grant programs for state assistance and high hazard potential dam rehabilitation, and training initiatives for dam safety professionals and community officials. The document highlights the importance of dam safety, the classification of dams by hazard potential, and the tools and resources available, such as the National Inventory of Dams and technical seminars. Public awareness activities, including Dam Safety Awareness Day, are also discussed.