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Consequence-based dam safety: A balanced risk approach

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OSTI ID:220155

This paper presents details of B.C. Hydro`s consequence-based approach to dam safety evaluation. This approach, which retains the essential element of engineering judgement, provides a systematic and consistent method of addressing not only the safety of individual dams, but dams in general, within the framework of societal safety. This risk assessment approach provides a basis for decision making under uncertainty and promotes a balance in the components of risk associated with dam safety, by addressing them on an individual basis.

OSTI ID:
220155
Report Number(s):
CONF-9507190--
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English

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