ICOLD Dam Decommissioning - Guidelines

The topic of dam decommissioning or dam removal has come up with increasing frequency in the past decade. The reason for considering dam removal may be dam safety concerns, high repair costs, high operation and maintenance costs, or impacts on fish passage and water quality. This ICOLD Bulletin provides owners of dams, dam technicians and other professionals with the information needed to guide decision making when considering dam dismantling as a project alternative.