​Overview

Purpose

The purpose of the City of Dallas Dam Safety Public Outreach Program is to provide regular maintenance and inspection, undertake detailed studies, maintain state dam safety compliance, and educate the public about living near dams.


Goals of the Public Outreach Program

Our goals are to educate stakeholders about the advantages dams provide, the potential flooding concerns, and the procedures the City of Dallas has in place to ensure residents and businesses’ safety.

Benefits Provided by Dams

  • Recreation
  • Greenspaces
  • Water supply
  • Flood control

Flooding Concerns

  • Areas upstream and downstream of dams
  • Appropriate safety and emergency preparedness activities

Procedures

  • Ensure compliance with Texas State Dam Safety Policies
  • Communicate City's emergency response procedures