FEMA National Dam Safety Program Overview Fact Sheet

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 roles of key advisory committees, the National Inventory of Dams, and the program's grant, training, research, and public awareness initiatives. The document highlights the importance of dam safety, the classification of high hazard potential dams, and the resources available to dam owners, regulators, and communities. It also describes the NDSP's partnerships, technical assistance, and annual awareness activities.