4,000 US dams in poor condition pose risks due to aging infrastructure and climate change-driven flooding.

US dam safety under threat from worsening floods and deterioration: At least 4,000 dams in poor or unsatisfactory condition could pose risks, with 90,000 significant dams in the US requiring inspections, upgrades, and emergency repairs. Ageing infrastructure and extreme weather driven by climate change heighten vulnerability.

July 02, 2024
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