Introduction

During the life of a dam, changes in safety standards, legislation and land use will inevitably occur, and functional deterioration may also appear.

Purpose of the Proceedings

To meet these challenges, these Proceedings from a panel of international experts assess, define and re-evaluate the design criteria for the construction of dams and the many attendant issues in on-going maintenance and management.

Authors and Audience

Authors include international specialists: academics, professionals and those in local government, utilities and suppliers. Practitioners from these same fields will find the book a useful tool in acquiring a comprehensive knowledge of managing and retrofitting dams, so that they can continue to meet society's needs.