These guidance sheets from the 1978 Act are for information only. This material is not currently in use. You must not rely on this information when making dam safety decisions.
Dams Safety Committee 1978 Guidance Sheets
DSC1A - Dams Safety Committee background, functions and operations
DSC1B Background to Dams Safety Committee risk policy context
DSC2A Dam safety management system
DSC2B Documentation and information flow over dam life cycle
DSC2C Surveillance reports for dams
DSC2D Demonstration of safety for dams
DSC2E Some legal considerations for dam owners
DSC2F Operation and maintenance for dams
DSC2G Emergency management for dams
DSC2I Community consultation and communication
DSC3A Consequence categories for dams
DSC3B Acceptable flood capacity for dams
DSC3C Acceptable earthquake capacity for dams
DSC3D Reliability of spillway flow control systems
DSC3G General dam safety considerations
Dams Safety Committee 1978 Forms
D2 Notice of intention to design or modify a dam
D3 Notice of intention to construct a dam
D4 Notice of completion of construction of a new or modified dam
D12 Status of safety management system reporting form
D15 Requirements for surveillance reports