U.S. Safety Officials Seek Funds For More Inspections and Repairs
A public-private task force of dam safety experts now estimates that $40 billion is needed to repair and upgrade U.S. structures. That has prompted its parent organization, the Association of State Dam Safety Officials, to begin developing state-by-state cost estimates and a national funding program.
The group held its annual meeting in Providence, R.I., Sept. 28-30 and is moving on several fronts to develop a national dam safety effort. A basic problem owners face is finding money for repairs and improvements, or simple maintenance.