Risk Reduction Measures for Dams

The resource discusses risk reduction measures for dams, emphasizing the importance of evaluating potential impacts on the community of any dam incident. It highlights the need for effective risk reduction involving various stakeholders such as governments, dam owners, and individual property owners. The document provides guidance on assessing risks, preparing for emergencies, public outreach, mitigation strategies, and planning activities at different jurisdictional levels. It also covers the importance of pre-event planning, consequence assessment, emergency response planning, operations and maintenance, training, and recovery efforts following a dam failure.