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ORGANISATIONS

Americas ...

United States Society on Dams
The United States Society on Dams (USSD) is a nation-wide professional organization dedicated to advancing the technology of dam engineering, construction, operation, maintenance and dam safety
http://www.ussdams.org/

Europe ...

The British Dam Society
The British Dam Society is an Associated Society of the Institution of Civil Engineers. It consists of individual and corporate members. It is open to anyone wanting to share experience or knowledge of all aspects of dams and reservoirs. BDS exists to advance the education of the public and the profession in technical subjects relating to planning, design, construction, maintenance, operation, safety, environmental and social issues.
http://www.britishdams.org/

Global ...

World Wildlife Organisation
The WWF's 2003-2004 initiative on large dams. Alternative environmentally sustainable options for large dams
http://www.panda.org/about_wwf/what_we_do/freshwater/what_we_do/policy_events/dams/index.cfm

World Bodies ...

International Commission on Large Dams
International Commission on Large Dams – ICOLD is the leading non-governmental organization devoted to the issues of dams and dam engineering, including dam safety, various info. And further links
http://www.icold-cigb.org/

International Water Law
The International Water Law Project website was created to provide pertinent information on international water law and policy and related topics
http://www.internationalwaterlaw.org/

National Geographic
National Geographic guide as to how and why people build dams
http://www.nationalgeographic.com/resources/ngo/education/geoguide/dams/

United Nations Environment Programme - Dams and Development Project
The goal of the Dams and Development Project is to promote a dialogue on improving decision-making, planning and management of dams and their alternatives based on the World Commission on Dams (WCD) core values and strategic priorities.
http;//www.unep-dams.org

World Bank large dam portfolio
Summary information of World Bank related schemes
http://www.worldbank.org/html/extdr/pb/dams/factsheet.htm

World Bank Regulatory Framework
A comparative assessment of the regulatory frameworks applicable to dam safety in 22 countries
http://publications.worldbank.org/ecommerce/catalog/product?item_id=1482358

World Commision on Dams
International organisation providing a forum for stakeholders interested in the pro and cons of large dam construction worldwide
http://www.dams.org/

ACADEMIC LINKS

Europe ...

Basics of Dam Design
Andrew Graham – MENG student Uni. Durham gives undergraduates a good understanding of the subject, either from scratch or as a reference to supplement previous learning materials
http://www.icivilengineer.com/Hydraulic_Engineering/Dam_Engineering/Dam_Design/

Global ...

International Journal on Hydropower and dams
Main academic reference for hydro electric power from dams
http://www.hydropower-dams.com/

PRODUCT SUPPLIERS

Americas ...

AquaDams - Stream diversion dams, flood control dams, silt barriers and temporary water storage
A revolutionary concept that saves valuable time and labor. Stream diversion dams, flood control dams, silt barriers and temporary water storage are a few applications of AquaDam®, an exciting new method using “water to control water”™. Not only is AquaDam® easy to use, it delivers impressive results at a fraction of the cost involved with sandbagging, sheet piling and messy earthen dams. Just as important, AquaDam® is light-weight, easy to transport, easy to install, and in most cases reusable.
http://www.waterstructures.com/

PUBLICATIONS

Americas ...

iCivilEngineer - A Civil Engineering Portal
Dam Safety and Risk Assessment pages
http://www.icivilengineer.com/Hydraulic_Engineering/Dam_Engineering/Dam_Safety/

Global ...

iCivil Engineer pages on dam design
iCivilEngineer.com is a knowledge portal specially designed for civil engineering professionals and students
http://www.icivilengineer.com/Hydraulic_Engineering/Dam_Engineering/Dam_Design/

International Water Power & Construction
International Water Power & Dam Construction - has established itself as the leading international publication serving the needs of those involved in dam construction and the hydro electricity industries
http://www.connectingpower.com

GUEST FEATURE

Water Experts Network
Water Experts Network is a virtual network of freelance water experts from all over the world.
http://water-experts-network.org

OTHER USEFUL LINKS

Americas ...

The Itaipu Dam - Brazil
The Itaipu Dam is found on the Paean river, close to the Brazil - Paraguay border. The dam is located in the Parana region in Brazil, close to the Iguassu Falls. Itaipú is the world's largest hydroelectric plant, generating up to 75 million MWh per year. Brazil and Paraguay teamed to build the Itaipú plant between 1975 and 1991. By 1995. Itaipú was providing 78% of the total energy supply in Paraguay, and 25% of the energy supply in Brazil.
http://www.kented.org.uk/ngfl/rivers/River%20Articles/itaipudam.htm